Liturgical Propers
Divine Liturgy, Matins and VespersThis duplicate page will be combined with our main page of https://eeparchy.com/monthy-propers/ on June 16 2023, please find this page on the Eparchy of Edmonton’s website menu bar.
Bishop David’s 2019 Nativity Message
https://youtu.be/ODF0ER33QSM Christ is Born! Glorify Him! “God is love” (1 John 4:16) Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, As we celebrate the Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord, we recall that the story of the birth of...
Dec 22; Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, Octoechos Tone 3; The Holy Great-Martyr Anastasia (305)
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...
Dec 15; Sunday of the Holy-Forefathers, Octoechos Tone 2; The Holy Priest-Martyr Eleutherius; Our Venerable Father Paul of Latra (956); Our Holy Father Stephen the Confessor, Archbishop of Surozh (8th century)
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Come, let us adore God the Word,* Who was born of the Father before all ages,* and was incarnate of the Virgin...
CCCB: CHRISTMAS MESSAGE 2019
The Most Reverend Richard Gagnon Archbishop of Winnipeg President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Dear Friends, Reconciliation is a much used word in our present-day culture, but we seldom ponder in our hearts what a treasure and mystery reconciliation...
Dec 08; Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 1; Our Venerable Father Patapius
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,* for You alone manifested the...
Dec 06; Our Holy Father Nicholas the Wonderworker, Archbishop of Myra in Lycia
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! O holy Nicholas, Bishop of Christ,* you lived your life with people of Myra.* But since your spirit was anointed,*...
EPARCHIAL NEWSLETTER Dec 2019
UPCOMING EVENT The Tenth Annual Bishop’s Gala will take place on Tuesday, December 3 at the Chateau Louis Hotel and Conference Centre, beginning with a cocktail reception and silent auction at 6:00 pm, followed by dinner and an exciting live auction.This festive gala...
Dec 01; Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 8; The Holy Prophet Nahum (7th century BC)
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. Accept our evening prayer, O holy Lord,* and grant us forgiveness of sins,* for You alone manifested the...
Items for the Christmas Season at our St. Macrina Books & Gifts Shop located at the Pastoral Centre
Here are some items for sale at St. Macrina Books & Gifts at the Pastoral Centre. As well, you can purchase a gift certificate for the store. Stop by and have a look. [gallery...
Nov 24; Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 7; Post-feast of the Entrance of the Mother of God; The Holy Great-Martyr Catherine (310-13); the Holy Great-Martyr Mercurius (249-51)
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...
Nov 21; Entrance of the Mother of God Into the Temple
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 140 In Tone 1 Out of the depths I cry to You, O...
Nov 20; Blessed Josaphata Hordashevska
Forefeast of the Entrance of the Most Holy Mother of God into the Temple; Blessed Josaphata Hordashevska, First Superior of the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate (+1919); Our Venerable Father Gregory of Decapolis (842); Our Holy Father Proclus VESPERS At Psalm 140...
Congratulations to newly ordained Deacon Roman Kobyletskyy!
Nativity Fast (St. Philip’s Fast) – Nov 15-Dec 24: Activity Ideas
The Nativity Fast is upon us— it begins on Nov 15 (Nov 28) and ends on the day of the feast Dec 25 (Jan 7). During this time we are encouraged to take forty days to prepare ourselves, and our families, to be spiritually ready to receive the incarnate God who comes to...
The 2019 New Testament Challenge
Beginning Nov. 15th (the beginning of the Advent/Nativity Fast), we will once again be embarking on our annual challenge event to read through the entire New Testament (aloud) by Christmas! This is a great endeavor and exercise and you should join it! Read with your...
Nov 17; Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 6; 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
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...
Nov 12; The Holy Priest-Martyr Josaphat, Archbishop of Polotsk
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! O Josaphat, you are worthy of glory. * Your sacred vestment was stained with your martyr’s blood, * and now you have...
Nov 10; Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 5; The Holy Apostles Erastus, Olympus, Rodion and those with them
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...
Nov 08; 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...
Audio: Guided Meditation for the Archbishop MacNeil Leadership Academy
Bishop David narrates a “Guided Mediation” which was written by Edmonton Catholic Schools.
Prayer for the Beatification of the Servant of God Metropolitan Andrey (ENG/UKR)
Prayer for the Beatification of the Servant of God Metropolitan Andrey (+Nov 1, 1944) Our Lord Jesus Christ – You always reward Your faithful servants, not only with special gifts of Your love, but also with the eternal reward of the saints in heaven, and in many...
Nov 03; Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 4; The Holy Martyrs Acepsimas the Bishop (378), Joseph the Priest and Aithalis the Deacon (379); the Dedication of the Church of the Holy Great Martyr George in Lydda, Where His Precious Body is Entombed
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 Your life-giving Cross, O Christ our God,* And we glorify Your resurrection on the third...
Pastoral Letter regarding safeguarding from various incidents of violence toward children, handicapped, and vulnerable people – Synod of the UGCC 2019 (ENG/UKR)
Pastoral Letter of the Synod of the UGCC for 2019 to the clergy, monastics, and faithful regarding safeguarding from various incidents of violence toward children, handicapped, and vulnerable people And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free...
The Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace Publishes a Statement on Poverty in Canada
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, through its Commission for Justice and Peace, issued a statement entitled Poverty in Canada: Ensuring Safe, Secure and Affordable Housing (available at cccb.ca). The statement provides a brief overview of the state of...
Oct 27; Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 3; The Holy Martyr Nestor (305); Nestor, writer of the first Chronicle of Rus’ (1114); the Holy Martyr Capitolina and Her Slave Erotheides
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...
Centralia Convention 2019
The 2019 Centralia Convention was kicked off with a gathering and meal at Verhovyna Hall in Edmonton on Friday, October 18. It continued Saturday at Chateau Louis with a keynote by guest speaker Bishop Ken Nowakowski from New Westminster, B.C. and a wonderful meal together following all the sessions and meetings from our Eparchy’s many vibrant organizations.
Oct 20; Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 2; The Holy Great-Martyr Artemius (360-363)
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Come, let us adore God the Word,* Who was born of the Father before all ages,* and was incarnate of the Virgin...
Oct 13; Commemoration of the Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, Octoechos Tone 1; The Holy Martyrs Carpus, Papylas and Agathonicus (249-51)
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man…” is sung.0. 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,* for You alone manifested the...
Podcast: True Light – 06. Feast of the Protection of the Mother of God
06. Feast of the Protection of the Mother of God Sep 30, 2019 00:35:37 The Sheptytsky Institute launches a second season of True Light with its new host, Landon Coleman. Following the liturgical calendar, this episode delves into the feast of the Protection of the...
Oct 6; Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 8; The Holy and Glorious Apostle Thomas
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 have...
2019 Greeting to Catechists ENG/UKR
Glory be to Jesus Christ! Dear Catechists, “PASS IT ON” I greet all of you as we begin a new Catechetical Year! And I express my gratitude to you on behalf of all the pastors of the Church for your beautiful ministry! Imagine, Jesus’ last words as he returns to the...
2019 Resolutions of the Synod of Bishops ENG/UKR
For the glory of the Holy, Consubstantial, Life-giving and Indivisible Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and for the good of the People of God entrusted to us. Amen. BY THE GRACE OF GOD AND IN FULL COMMUNION WITH THE APOSTOLIC SEE OF ROME SVIATOSLAV Major...
Sept 29; Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 7; Our Venerable Father Cyriacus the Anchorite (c. 448-556)
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...
2019 Post-Synodal Pastoral Letter: COMMUNION AND UNITY IN THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF THE UKRAINIAN GREEK-CATHOLIC CHURCH (ENG/UKR)
COMMUNION AND UNITY IN THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF THE UKRAINIAN GREEK-CATHOLIC CHURCH PASTORAL LETTER OF THE SYNOD OF BISHOPS OF THE UKRAINIAN GREEK-CATHOLIC CHURCH 2019 To the Clergy, Religious and Laity Very Reverend and Reverend Fathers, Venerable Brothers and...
After-life care goes ‘green’ (CTV News)
The push to be more environmentally conscious is infiltrating the cemetery industry. Edmonton’s first "green burial" site has opened at a southwest cemetery. “With each year passing, there’s just more and more of the public that is interested in this and are starting...
Sept 22; Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 6; 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
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...
Постанови Синоду Єпископів УГКЦ 2019 року
Середа, 11 вересня 2019, 23:40 1-10 вересня 2019 року Божого в м. Римі проходив Синод Єпископів Української Греко-Католицької Церкви, в якому брало участь 39 єпископів з України, із країн Центральної, Північної та Західної Європи, Пiвнiчної та Пiвденної Америки і...
«Сопричастя і єдність у житті та служінні УГКЦ», — Послання Синоду Єпископів УГКЦ 2019 року
Четвер, 12 вересня 2019, 20:43 Як плід тисячолітньої історії пошуків, радості та страждань нашого українського народу, його сини і доньки розлетілися по всьому світу. Різні були причини такого розселення. Одні наші люди шукали кращої долі на чужині, інші були змушені...
Комунікат Синоду Єпископів Української Греко-Католицької Церкви 2019 року
Комунікат Синоду Єпископів Української Греко-Католицької Церкви, який 1–10 вересня відбувався у Римі, в Українській папській колегії святого Йосафата. 1-10 вересня 2019 року Божого в м. Римі проходив Синод Єпископів Української Греко-Католицької Церкви, в якому брало...
Photos: Annual Synod of Bishops of the Ukrainian Catholic Church
The annual Synod of Bishops of the Ukrainian Catholic Church took place September 1-10 in Rome. This year’s theme is “Soprychastia (communion) in the Life and Witness of the Ukrainian Catholic Church,” which builds upon Vision 2020 and the Vibrant Parish Spiritual...
Sept 15; Sunday after the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Octoechos, Tone 5; Holy Great-Martyr Nicetas (374)
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...
Sept 14; The Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading Blessed is the man… is sung only when feast occurs on a Sunday or Monday At Psalm 140 In Tone 6 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! By its elevation the Cross is like an appeal to the whole creation.* We adore...
VIDEO: UGCC Bishops Gather for Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy at St. Sophia Parish in Rome
Great Vespers: https://youtu.be/Rc-EYVFJOno Pontifical Divine Liturgy: https://youtu.be/S4x1wNeaSlM
Edmonton cemetery is the first in the city to offer green burials (The Star)
Source: The Star Author: Kashmala Fida EDMONTON — Charles Schweger is dead set against a traditional burial, with its embalming fluid, varnished caskets with metal hardware and concrete grave liners...
Sunday before the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Octoechos Tone 4; Nativity of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary
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 Your life-giving Cross, O Christ our God,* And we glorify Your resurrection on the third...
Sept 1; Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 3; 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
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...
Aug 29; Beheading of the Honourable and Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist, John (Fast Day)
GREAT VESPERS 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 head of the Forerunner was cut off* and...
Aug 25; Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 2; The Return of the Relics of the Holy Apostle Bartholomew (829-42); Holy Apostle Titus
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Come, let us adore God the Word,* Who was born of the Father before all ages,* and was incarnate of the Virgin...
VIDEO: Sister Emily Schietzsch’s Final Vows and Divine Liturgy.
https://youtu.be/V_TEu2X-fcA
Sister Servant fulfils childhood dream with final vows
Source: Grandin Media By Kyle Greenham It has been 20 years since the seeds of sisterhood were first planted in Emily Schietzsch. Reading through a book on the lives of the saints, 12-year-old Emily discovered a world of courageous martyrs, rigorous ascetics, and the...
Aug 18; Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 1; Post-feast of the Dormition; Holy Martyrs Florus and Laurus (313-24)
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,* for You alone manifested the...
Aug 15; The Dormition of the Most Holy Lady, the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary
GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Blessed is the man… is sung. At Psalm 140 In Tone 1 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! O what a wonder! The Source of Life is placed in a tomb;* the grave becomes a ladder to heaven.* Rejoice, Gethsemane, holy...
Cantoring Course at St. Josaphat Cathedral (Oct 25-26)
The Eparchy of Edmonton invites you to participate in a Cantoring Course to be held at St. Josaphat Cathedral on Friday, October 25 (6:00-9:00 pm) and Saturday, October 26 (9:00 am- 4:00 pm, concluding with Vespers). Topics include: the Divine Liturgy, 8...
Aug 11; Ninth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 8; Post-feast of the Transfiguration; Holy Martyr Euplus (304)
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...
Aug 6; The Holy Transfiguration of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
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 Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord;* O Lord, hear my voice! O Lord, when You were transfigured before being crucified,* Mount Tabor was made...
Aug 4; Eighth Sunday after Pentecost, Octoechos Tone 7; The Seven Holy Youths of Ephesus; Holy Venerable-Martyr Eudocia (98-117)
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...
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...
Video: Ordination to the Diaconate of Subdeacon Cyril Kennedy
The ordination to the diaconate of Subdeacon Cyril Kennedy by Bishop David Motiuk took place, on the Feast of Saint Elias on Saturday, July 20th 2019, at Saint Elias Church in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. The video is provided by Sophia Radomska. Axios and Mnohaya Lita...
Profession of Final Vows: Sr Emily
We are pleased to announce that Sr Emily will be professing her final vows. BY THE GRACE OF GOD, in the presence of the delegate of the Superior General, Sister Christina Syrotynsky, Provincial Superior, and all the Faithful, the Servant of God SISTER EMILY...
His Beatitude Sviatoslav advised how to revive the Liturgy (ENG/UKR)
Source: News UGCC First of all, believes His Beatitude Sviatoslav, in order to revive the Liturgy, we must be active participants in it. According to him, after the Second Vatican Council in the Catholic Church and in other communities, in particular the Protestant,...