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Knights of Columbus: The Ukrainian Wings – A Story of Resilience
Knights of Columbus: Spreading Warmth and Hope in Alberta In the heart of our Ukrainian Catholic community, the Knights of Columbus stand as a beacon of faith, service, and solidarity. As the largest Catholic fraternal organization in the world, their reach extends to...
Christmas Joy in Our Eparchy: Find Services and Celebrations Near You
Christmas is a time of deep joy and reflection—a sacred celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Across Alberta, the Ukrainian Catholic parishes invite everyone to embrace the true spirit of Christmas by coming together in faith, family, and love.While...
Praying with Icons: The Nativity of Our Lord. From Life to Death to Eternal Life – Windows into Heaven
December 2024 The Nativity of Our Lord. From Life to Death to Eternal Life. Praying with Icons. Windows into Heaven. Growing in Our Friendship with Christ. The Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord is upon us! What a wonderful way for us to conclude this year’s series on...
Dec 25 – The Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
The Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ - Christmas Feast of our Lord. Holy Day of obligation. Galatians 4:4-7; Matthew 2:1-12. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS The usual...
Dec 24; Eve of the Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ – Christmas GREAT VESPERS AND DIVINE LITURGY OF ST. BASIL THE GREAT
One of the 12 Great Feasts. Holy Day of Obligation. Feast of our Lord. Great Vespers with Divine Liturgy of St. Basil is celebrated in the late afternoon or early evening on December 24. The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is celebrated in the morning on...
Dec 22; Sunday before the Nativity of Christ.
Sunday before the Nativity of Christ. Sunday of the Holy Fathers. Octoechos Tone 6. Holy Great-Martyr Anastasia (305). 31 SAP Sun. December 22. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma...
Dec 15; Sunday of the Holy Forefathers, Tone 5; Dec 15.
Sunday of the Holy Forefathers. Octoechos Tone 5. Holy Priest-Martyr Eleutherius. Our Venerable Father Paul of Latra (956). Our Holy Father Stephen the Confessor, Archbishop of Surozh (8th century). 30 SAP Sun Ancestors. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net...
Dec 09; The Conception of Saint Anna when she conceived the Most Holy Mother of God
The Conception of Saint Anna when she conceived the Most Holy Mother of God, All-night Vigil Feast English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140, In Tone 4...
Dec 08; Twenty-ninth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 4
Twenty-ninth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 4. Our Venerable Father Patapius. Nativity Fast. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS ON SATURDAY EVENING Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the...
Dec 06; Our Holy Father Nicholas the Wonderworker, Archbishop of Myra in Lycia
Our Holy Father Nicholas the Wonderworker, Archbishop of Myra in Lycia English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;*...
Dec 01; Twenty-eighth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 3.
Twenty-eighth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 3. Holy Prophet Nahum (7th century BC). The Epistle and Gospel are taken from the 30th Sunday after Pentecost. Colossians 3:12-16. Luke 18:18-27.; December 1. Nativity Fast. The Epistle and Gospel are taken from the...
Nov 30; Holy and All-Praiseworthy Apostle Andrew the First-Called
Holy and All-Praiseworthy Apostle Andrew the First-Called Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS FOR POLYELEOS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 If You mark iniquities, Lord, who can stand?* But with You...
Nov 24: Twenty-seventh Sunday after Pentecost, Tone 2
Twenty-seventh Sunday after Pentecost, Tone 2. Post-feast of the Entrance of the Mother of God. Holy Great-Martyr Catherine (310-13). Holy Great-Martyr Mercurius (249-51). Ephesians 6:10-17. Luke 13:10-17. Nativity Fast. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net...
Nov 21; Entrance of the Mother of God Into the Temple
Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Beginning of Vespers with Litiya: Glory be to the holy, consubstantial, life-creating and undivided Trinity, now and ever and for ages of ages. Amen. Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man” is sung. At Psalm...
Nov 17: Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 1.
Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 1. Our Holy Father Gregory the Wonderworker, Bishop of Neocaesarea (270-75). Passing into Eternal Life (1947) of Blessed Josaphat Kotsylovsky, Bishop of Peremyshl and Martyr. Nativity Fast. Ephesians 5:9-19. Luke...
Nov 16; The Holy Apostle and Evangelist Matthew
The Holy Apostle and Evangelist Matthew English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man…” is taken. At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! The searcher of the hearts of...
Nov 14; The Holy and All-Praiseworthy Apostle Philip
The Holy and All-Praiseworthy Apostle Philip English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 6 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! Having established action,...
Nov 13; Our Holy Father John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople
Our Holy Father John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 If You mark iniquities, Lord, who can stand?* But with You forgiveness is...
November 12: The Holy Priest-Martyr Josaphat, Archbishop of Polotsk
The Holy Priest-Martyr Josaphat, Archbishop of Polotsk; November 12. All-Night Vigil Feast. A day when the faithful are highly encouraged to participate in the Divine Liturgy. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Out of...
Nov 10: Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 8.
Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 8. Holy Apostles Erastus, Olympus, Rodion and those with them. Ephesians 4:1-6. Luke 10:25-37. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma...
Nov 8, Synaxis of the Archangel Michael and the Other Bodiless Powers of Heaven
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! O Archangel Michael, you manifested yourself to be the greatest defender of the thrice-holy Source of Light. Together...
Nov 3, 2024: Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 7.
Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost, Tone 7. Holy Martyrs Acepsimas the Bishop (378), Joseph the Priest and Aithalis the Deacon (379). Dedication of the Church of the Holy Great Martyr George in Lydda, where His Precious Body is Entombed. Matins Resurrectional Gospel...
Praying with Icons: Windows into Heaven – Feeding of the 5,000. More than enough
Praying with Icons: Windows into Heaven Reflections on Growing in Our Friendship with Christ by Bishop David Motiuk, Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton November 2024 Feeding of the 5,000. More than enough. We are beginning our journey towards Christmas, the Feast...
41st Annual Eparchial Convention Brings Faithful Together in Alberta for Prayer, Fellowship, and Future Planning
On October 18 and 19, 2024, the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton hosted its 41st Annual Eparchial Convention, drawing participants from parishes across Alberta. The convention welcomed representatives of the Knights of Columbus, the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s...
Bridge of Hope Christmas Shoebox Campaign 2024: Share Joy with Children in Ukraine
Bridge of Hope Christmas Shoebox Campaign: Bringing Joy to Ukrainian Children The Bridge of Hope organization, part of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton, is excited to announce the return of our Annual Christmas Shoebox Campaign! Every year, this...
“Called to be Holy” Men’s Conference & Retreat 2024 – Deepen Your Faith and Grow in Holiness
The call to be holy can feel distant in a world of distractions and pressures. This November, are you ready to step away from the noise and join us to grow closer to God, and to be a better father, husband, and servant of God? "Be holy, because I am holy." – 1 Peter...
Oct 27: Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 6.
Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 6. Octoechos Tone 6. Holy Martyr Nestor (305). Holy Martyr Capitolina and Her Slave Erotheides. Ephesians 2:4-10. Luke 8:26-39. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine...
Oct 26; Holy and Glorious Great-Martyr Demetrius; Commemoration of the Great and Terrible Earthquake at Constantinople in 741
The Holy and Glorious Great-Martyr Demetrius, from Whose Tomb Myrrh Streams Forth (285-310); and the Commemoration of the Great and Terrible Earthquake at Constantinople of 741 AD All-Night Vigil Feast. A day when the faithful are highly encouraged to participate in...
Oct 20: Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 5
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 5. Holy Great-Martyr Artemius (360-363). Galatians 6:11-18. Luke 16:19-31. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is...
Oct 18; Holy Apostle and Evangelist Luke
Oct 18; Holy Apostle and Evangelist Luke(Polyeleos feast.) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone 8 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! What shall we call you, Apostle?* Heaven, for you have made...
Oct 13: Commemoration of the Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council. Octoechos Tone 4.
Commemoration of the Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council. Octoechos Tone 4. Holy Martyrs Carpus, Papylas and Agathonicus (249-51). Hebrews 13:7-16. John 17:1-13. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT...
Praying with Icons: Windows into Heaven Celebrating the Gift of Marriage and Families
October 2024 Celebrating the Gift of Marriage and Families Praying with Icons. Windows into Heaven. Growing in Our Friendship with Christ. As I get older, I tend to appreciate my family more and more. My dad. My mom. (They celebrated more than 65 years...
Eparchial Program Guide 2025: Events, Prayer Times, and More!
We are excited to share the 2025 Program Guide for the Eparchy of Edmonton, filled with enriching events, services, and activities designed for the entire community. Whether you're looking to deepen your faith, engage your family in parish life, or participate in...
Feast of Our Lord’s Transfiguration. From “Beauty” to “Beast”
Praying with Icons. Windows into Heaven. Growing in Our Friendship with Christ. We recently celebrated the Feast of Our Lord’s Transfiguration. The Feast can serve as a source of inspiration and orientation for us as we return from summer vacations and begin a new...
October 6; Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost. Commemoration of the Holy and Glorious Apostle Thomas; Octoechos Tone 3.
Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. In Psalm 140, In Tone 3 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. By Your cross, O Christ our Saviour,* the power of Death has...
Oct 1; The Protection of the Most Holy Mother of God
The Protection of the Most Holy Mother of God; Holy Apostle Annias of the Seventy Disciples; Venerable Father Roman who sang Sweetly (560) All-Night Vigil Feast. A day when the faithful are highly encouraged to participate in the Divine Liturgy. Great Vespers, Festal...
Sept 29; Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 2.
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 2. Our Venerable Father Cyriacus the Anchorite (c. 448-556). English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is...
Sept 26; Falling Asleep of John the Theologian, Apostle and Evangelist
Falling Asleep of John the Theologian, Apostle and Evangelist All-Night Vigil Feast. A day when the faithful are highly encouraged to participate in the Divine Liturgy. Great Vespers At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my...
Sept 22: Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 1.
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 1. Holy Priest-Martyr Phocas, Bishop of Sinope (98-117). Holy Prophet Jonah (786-46 BC). Venerable Jonah the Presbyter, Father of Theophanes, Composer of Canons, and Theodore the Branded; Matins Resurrectional Gospel...
Sept 15: Sunday after the Exaltation of the Cross. Octoechos Tone 8.
Sunday after the Exaltation of the Cross. Octoechos Tone 8. The Holy Great-Martyr Nicetas. Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS ON SATURDAY EVENING Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is...
Sept 14: The Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross
The Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy One of the 12 Great Feasts. Holy Day of Obligation. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading Blessed is the man… is sung...
Sept 8; Nativity of our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary
Sunday before the Exaltation of the Cross. Octoechos Tone 7. Nativity of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary. Feast of the Mother of God. Holy Day of Obilgation. Galatians 6:11-18. Philippians 2:5-11. John 3:13-17. Luke 10:38-42. 11:27-28. One...
Sept 1: Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Tone 6
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Tone 6. Beginning of the Indiction, that is, the New Year. Our Holy Father Symeon the Stylite (459) and his mother Martha. Synaxis of the Most Holy Mother of God of Miasenes. Polyeleos Feast. 2 Corinthians 4:6-15. Matthew 22:35-46....
Aug 31: The Placing of the Precious Sash of Our Most Holy Lady the Mother of God
The Placing of the Precious Sash of Our Most Holy Lady the Mother of God in Calcoprateia (942) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Polyeleos Feast. GREAT VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! The...
Aug 29; Beheading of the Honourable and Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist, John (Fast Day)
GREAT VESPERS English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net At Psalm 140 In Tone 6 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! While the birthday of the shameless Herod was being celebrated,* the oath made to the lustful dancer was fulfilled;* the...
Aug 25: Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Tone 5.
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Tone 5. Return of the Relics of the Holy Apostle Bartholomew (829-42). Holy Apostle Titus. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the...
Aug 18: Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 4. Post-feast of the Dormition.
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 4. Post-feast of the Dormition. Holy Martyrs Florus and Laurus (313-24). 1 Corinthians 16:13-24. Matthew 21:33-42. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT...
Aug 15: Dormition of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary
The Dormition of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary; Kievan-Caves Icon of the Mother of God (1073), and Zaranytsia Feast of the Mother of God. Holy Day of Obligation. Philippians 2:5-11; Luke 10:38-42, 11:27-28 Great Vespers, Festal Matins and...
Aug 11: Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 3
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 3. Post-feast of the Transfiguration. Holy Martyr Euplus (304). Dormition Fast. 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Matthew 19:16-26. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT...
Aug 09, Holy Apostle Matthias
Holy Apostle Matthias; Post-feast of the Transfiguration English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Dormition Fast. GREAT VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! Come, let us faithfully celebrate the...
Aug 6; The Holy Transfiguration of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net One of the 12 Great Feasts. Holy Day of Obligation. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma “Blessed is the man…” is sung only if the feast falls on a Sunday or Monday At Psalm 140 In Tone 4...
Aug 04; Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 2
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 2. Seven Holy Youths of Ephesus. Holy Venerable-Martyr Eudocia (98-117). Dormition Fast. 1 Corinthians 9:2-12. Matthew 18:23-35.; August 04. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and...
July 28: Tenth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 1.
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 1. Holy Apostles and Deacons Prochor, Nicanor, Timon and Parmenas (1st-2nd c.). 10 SAP 1 Corinthians 4:9-16. Matthew 17:14-23. Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is...
July 27; Holy Great Martyr and Healer Panteleimon
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man…” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! Because of your spiritual inheritance you were named Panteleimon.* By lovingly caring for the souls of all men and...
July 25; Dormition of St. Anna, Mother of the Most Holy Theotokos
GREAT VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 If You mark iniquities, Lord, who can stand?* But with You forgiveness is that You may be revered. You faithfully observed the Law* and worked unceasingly for God the Creator.* He granted you motherhood, Anna:* your child brought...
July 24; Holy Martyrs Borys and Hlib Named Roman and David at Baptism
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the Man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! With what crowns of praises shall we honour the praised martyrs,* the kind intercessors of the faithful people,* the...
July 21: Commemoration of the First Six Ecumenical Councils. Octoechos Tone 8.
Commemoration of the First Six Ecumenical Councils. Octoechos Tone 8. Our Venerable Father Simeon, the Fool for Christ (c. 580), and His Ascetical Companion John (527-65). Prophet Ezekiel. Hebrews 13:7-16. John 17:1-13. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net...
July 20; The Holy and Glorious Prophet Elijah (Elias) (9th c. BC)
Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is taken. At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! O all-compassionate Word,* You...
July 15: The Holy Grand Prince Vladimir (Volodymyr), Equal-to-the-Apostles
The Holy Grand Prince Vladimir (Volodymyr), Equal-to-the-Apostles, Named Basil at Holy Baptism (1015); Holy Martyrs Cyricus and Julitta, His Mother Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy All-night Vigil Feast. GREAT VESPERS Note: This is an All-Night Vigil rank feast....
July 14: Eighth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 7.
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 7. Holy Apostle Aquila. 1 Corinthians 1:10-18. Matthew 14:14-22. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140, In Tone 7 In Tone 7Lead...