Liturgical Propers

LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. In You, born of the Virgin, the harlot recognized her God;* ashamed of her sinful deeds, she sighed and wept, and said:* O Lord, loosen my...

LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. How shall I enter the splendour of your saints,* because of my unworthiness?* If I dare to enter into Your bridal chamber,* my garment shall...

Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man…” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 6 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Today the grace of the Holy Spirit has gathered us together,* and...

Liturgy of the Presanctifed Gifts At Psalm 140 In Tone 8 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Having come to the end of the forty days,* we beseech You, O Lord and Lover of mankind:* May we also behold the holy week of Your passion,*...

Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts At Psalm 140 In Tone 5 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. I am rich in all sorts of passions,* and I am clothed in a garment of hypocrisy,* as I revel in the intemperance of sin.* My lack of mercy is...

GREAT VESPERS & DIVINE LITURGY Great Vespers: Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man…” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Accept our evening prayer, O holy Lord,* and grant us forgiveness of sins,**...

GREAT VESPERS ON TUESDAY EVENING At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! Faithful, let us control our passions through abstinence;* let us have love as our food.* Let us strive to live acceptably for God:* For our sake,...

Please be advised that in light of recent events regarding COVID-19, St. Sophia's Ukrainian Catholic Church's Official Blessing and Consecration scheduled for May 2nd has been postponed indefinitely.  We will keep you updated as to when it will be rescheduled.

Source: news.ugcc.ua In his comment for the UGCC Department for Information, the Primate states that the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church will fulfill the orders of state and local authorities and sanitary services. At the same time, the Church authorities ask all...

In response to the increased restrictions and recommendations with regard to the COVID19 virus, we will not be gathering in person for the Lenten sessions “Christ in the Old Testament”.  We will go forward with presenting them however and are encouraging people to...

At this time when we are being called to isolate ourselves as much as we can to slow down the spread of COVID19, we will postpone the start of our sessions. We will resume as soon as we are told that it is safe to do so.

GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 8 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. O Christ, during this spiritual service,* we sing to You these evening prayers,* commemorating the mercy You...

Please join us if you have experienced the loss of a Loved one Grief as a Journey is an 8 week grief recovery support group for those searching for support in their grief over the loss of a loved one.  Using video presentations and group discussion, we will build...

We know that God promised a saviour and that Jesus was the fulfilment of that promise.  Join us for 4 session during the Great Fast, as we look at the Old Testament and explore where we find the promises and then look at the New Testament in the life of Christ and...

GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man…” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 7 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Come, let us rejoice in the Lord,* Who destroyed the power of death* and enlightened the human race;* and let us...

At Psalm 140 In Tone 7 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Like the prodigal, I have turned away from Your grace;* I have wasted the riches of Your goodness, O Lord.* I now run to You and cry out:** I have sinned , O Lord, have mercy...

At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Like the prodigal I squandered my paternal inheritance,* and now I am in desolation.* I dwell in the land of the wicked.* In my folly, I became like the unreasoning beasts,*...

At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Let us love the fast!* By the power of the Holy Spirit * the evil passions of the soul will be driven out.* He will strengthen us in performing divine deeds;* He will direct...

GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 6 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. O Christ, You won the victory over Hades,* You ascended the Cross so that You might raise up with Yourself* all...

At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Behold, this is the acceptable time,* this is the day of salvation.* Visit my soul in the abundance of Your love,** and in Your unique goodness, lighten the load of my sins....

At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. O faithful, to undertake a spiritual fast,* we must speak no deceit with our tongues* nor place obstacles in the path of each other.* But by repentance let us brighten the lamp...

An evening on topics about our Catholic faith and all with a drink of your choice! A great opportunity to learn, meet people and have fruitful discussions! Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 7 PM – 9 PM at Fargos (5804 Terrance Rd, NW) St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church...

GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 5 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. With Your precious Cross, O Christ,* You have put the Devil to shame.* With Your Resurrection You have deadened...

At Psalm 140 In Tone 5 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Come, O faithful, let us fulfil the works of God in the light;* and let us walk with dignity as in the light of day;* let us tear up every unjust contract,* and let us cast...

At Psalm 140 In Tone 8 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. O faithful, while fasting bodily,* let us also fast in spirit.* Let us loosen every bond of injustice;* let us tear apart the strong chains of violence;* let us rip up all...

The commemoration of John the Baptist is transferred from February 24 for this year. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. We never cease to adore...

GREAT VESPERS Kathisma reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At 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 been vanquished* and the deceit of the devil has...