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Feb 23; Meatfare Sunday (of the Fearful Judgment); Tone 7
Sunday of Meatfare; Octoechos Tone 7; The Holy Hieromartyr Polycarp, Bishop of Smyrna. Resurrectional Gospel 7. 1 Corinthians 8:8-9:2; Matthew 25:31-46. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine...
Saturday before Meatfare Sunday – All Souls Saturday
Saturday before Meatfare Sunday (All Souls Saturday); February 11. Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 607 Troparion (Tone 8): With profound wisdom and love for mankind, You arrange all things* and bestow beneficial things upon all, O only...
The Kiss of Peace in the Divine Liturgy: Meaning, Tradition & Restoration
The WHAT, WHY, and HOW of the Kiss of Peace in the Divine Liturgy Restoring a Sacred Tradition in Our Parishes For centuries, the Kiss of Peace was a vital part of the Divine Liturgy—a beautiful expression of reconciliation, love, and unity in Christ. However, for...
Feb 16; Sunday of the Prodigal Son; Octoechos Tone 6
Sunday of the Prodigal Son; Octoechos Tone 6; The Holy Martyrs Pamphilus the Priest and Porphyrius and those with them. Resurrectiional Gospel 6. 1 Corinthians 6:12-20; Luke 15:11-32. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and...
Feb 14: The Repose of Our Venerable Father Constantine the Philosopher, in the Monastic Life, Cyril, Teacher of the Slavs (869)
The Repose of Our Venerable Father Constantine the Philosopher, in the Monastic Life, Cyril, Teacher of the Slavs (869); and our Venerable Father Auxentius (457-74); and the Venerable Maron the Wonderworker and Hermit Polyeleos Feast GREAT VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone...
Feb 09; Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee; Octoechos Tone 5
Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee; Octoechos Tone 5; Leave-taking of the Encounter of our Lord; The Holy Martyr Nicephorus. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy. GREAT VESPERS ON SATURDAY EVENING Kathisma...
Feb 2; Sunday of Zacchaeus & Encounter of our Lord; Octoechos Tone 4
Sunday of Zacchaeus; Octoechos Tone 4; The Encounter of our Lord God and Saviour Jesus Christ. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy. Feast of our Lord. Holy Day of obligation. GREAT VESPERS ON SATURDAY EVENING...
Table for Two: Romantic Eparchial Event for Couples in Edmonton
Celebrate Love and Faith at “Table for Two” This February The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton invites you to a unique evening that blends romance, connection, and spiritual enrichment. Whether you are dating, engaged, or married, “Table for Two” offers a...
Jan 30; The Three Holy and Great Hierarchs
The Three Holy and Great Hierarchs: Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian and John Chrysostom; and the Holy Priest-Martyr Hippolytus (235) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net All-night Vigil Feast. A day when the faithful are highly encouraged to...
Jan 26: 36th Sunday after Pentecost; Octoechos Tone 3
36th Sunday after Pentecost; Octoechos Tone 3; Our Venerable Father Xenophon and his wife Maria. Resurrectional Gsopel 3. GREAT VESPERS ON SATURDAY EVENING Kathisma Reading Blessed is the man... is sung. At Psalm 140 Tone 3 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may...
Reflection on New Beginnings: Faith, Hope, and Gratitude | Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton
Reflection on New Beginnings – Faith, Hope, and Gratitude As we move through the beginning of the year, it is the perfect time to reflect on how our faith can guide us into 2025 with hope and gratitude. The start of a new year presents a fresh opportunity for...
Jan 25: Our Holy Father Gregory the Theologian, Archbishop of Constantinople (390)
Our Holy Father Gregory the Theologian, Archbishop of Constantinople (390) Polyeleos Feast. 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! By your words of wisdom,...
Jan 19: 35th Sunday after Pentecost; Octoechos Tone 2
35th Sunday after Pentecost; Octoechos Tone 2; Our Venerable Father Macarius of Egypt. Resurrectional Gospel 2. (Saint with Six Stichera) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading:...
Jan 17: Our Venerable and God-bearing Father Anthony the Great (356)
Our Venerable and God-bearing Father Anthony the Great (356) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Polyeleos Feast. 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...
Jan 12: Sunday after Theophany; Octoechos Tone 1
Sunday after Theophany; Octoechos Tone 1; The Holy Martyr Tatiana. Resurrectional Gospel 1. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140,...
2025 Camrose District Parish Schedule
Fr Danylo Bodnar parish priest 4823 - 53A Street, Camrose, AB Canada T4V 1Z8 rectory address 1-780-679-0975 office telephone; 1-780-915-8936 cellphone revbodna@gmail.com email Fr Don Bodnar ✞ Ascension of Our Lord – New...
January 6: Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
The Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ Feast of our Lord. Holy Day of Obligation. Great Vespers with the Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great for the Feast of Theophany is celebrated in the late afternoon or early evening on January 5. The Great...
Jan 5: Sunday before and Eve of Theophany; Octoechos Tone 8
Sunday before and Eve of Theophany; Octoechos Tone 8; The Holy Martyrs Theopemptus and Theonas; The Venerable Syncletica. Resurrectional Gospel 11. Strict Fast. Abstention from meat and eggs (and, traditionally, dairy) and foods that contain these ingredients. 2...
Jan 1; The Circumcision of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ; Our Father Among the Saints Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia (379)
The Circumcision of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ; Our Father Among the Saints Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia (379) English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy Feast of our Lord....
Dec 29; Sunday after the Nativity of Christ. Octoechos Tone 7
Sunday after the Nativity of Christ. Octoechos Tone 7. Commemoration of the Holy and Righteous Joseph the Betrothed, David the King, and James, Brother of the Lord. The Holy Children who killed for Christ in Bethlehem; Our Venerable Father Marcellus, Hegumen of the...
Dec 27; Post-feast of the Nativity of Christ; the Holy Apostle, First Martyr and Archdeacon Stephen
The Holy Apostle, First Martyr and Archdeacon Stephen; Our Venerable Father and Confessor Theodore the Branded One, Composer of Canons. English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net VESPERS ON THURSDAY EVENING Kathisma Reading: The appointed psalms are chanted. At...
Dec 26; Synaxis of the Most Holy Mother of God
VESPERS At Psalm 140 In Tone 2 If You mark iniquities, Lord, who can stand?* But with You forgiveness is that You may be revered. Come, let us greatly rejoice in the Lordas we tell of this present mystery!The dividing wall has been destroyed;the flaming sword turns...
A Night of Faith, Hope, and Generosity: Recap of the 15th Annual Bishop’s Gala
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton hosted its 15th Annual Bishop’s Gala at the Chateau Louis Conference Centre. This special event brought together supporters, clergy, and friends for a memorable evening that celebrated faith,...
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 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,...
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 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 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 Fall 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...
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 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 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....