Liturgical Propers
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A UGCC pilgrim sites guide has been published
Recently the UGCC Patriarchal Pilgrimage Center has published a guide Pilgrim Sites of UGCC that lists and describes the history of miraculous icons and relics of saints as well as sacred edifices that house these holy objects. The publication contains some hundred...
25 Year Pastoral Plan for the Eparchy of Edmonton
Over the past several years, the Eparchial Pastoral Council has embarked upon an ambitious endeavour in discerning and preparing a 25 Year Pastoral Plan for the Eparchy of Edmonton. The fruits of their labour are now complete. The 35 page document, entitled...
STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE CANADIAN CONFERENCE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS WELCOMING THE CANONIZATION OF BLESSED KATERI TEKAKWITHA
STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE CANADIAN CONFERENCE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS WELCOMING THE CANONIZATION OF BLESSED KATERI TEKAKWITHA It is with great joy that the Bishops of Canada welcome the 18 February 2012 announcement that our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, will...
“Let us be concerned for each other, to stir a response in love and good works” (Heb 10:24)
“Let us be concerned for each other, to stir a response in love and good works” (Heb 10:24) Dear Brothers and Sisters, The Lenten season offers us once again an opportunity to reflect upon the very heart of Christian life: charity. This is a favourable time to renew...
4th Saturday of Lent; All Souls Saturday
Fourth Saturday of the Great Fast: All Souls Saturday; 40 Martyrs Hebrews 12:1-10; All Souls Hebrews 6:9-12; 1 Corinthians 15:47-57; 40 Martyrs Matthew 20:1-16; All Souls Mark 7:31-37; John 5:24-30
Feb 02: The Encounter of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
Feb 02: The Encounter of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 788 The entrance verse is proclaimed after the deacon has intoned “Wisdom! Stand aright!” Entrance Verse: The Lord has made known His...
Jan 27: Transfer of the Precious Relics (438) of Our Father among the Saints John Chrysostom
Transfer of the Precious Relics (438) of Our Father among the Saints John Chrysostom; January 27. Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 804 Troparion (Tone 8): The divine Church rejoices* and the whole world keeps feast with radiance* at the...
34th Sunday after Pentecost; Sunday of the Prodigal Son
34th Sunday after Pentecost; Sunday of the Prodigal Son; Post-feast of the Encounter; The Holy Martyr Agatha (249-51); February 05. Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 329 (Tone 1) & Pg. 809 & Pg. 605 Troparion (Tone 1): Though the...
32nd Sunday after Pentecost; Sunday of Zacchaeus
32nd Sunday after Pentecost; Sunday of Zacchaeus; The Holy Apostle Timothy; the Holy Venerable-Martyr Anastasius the Persian (628); January 22, 2012. Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 353 (Tone 7) Troparion (Tone 7): By Your cross You...
31st Sunday after Pentecost; Our Venerable Fathers Paul of Thebes
31st Sunday after Pentecost; Our Venerable Fathers Paul of Thebes(312-37) and John the Hut-Dweller (465-74); January 15. Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 349 (Tone 6) Troparion (Tone 6): Angelic powers were upon Your tomb* and the guards...
“The Vibrant Parish – a place to encounter the living Christ” – ENG/UKR
PASTORAL LETTER OF HIS BEATITUDE SVIATOSLAV TO THE CLERGY, RELIGIOUS AND ALL THE FAITHFUL OF THE UKRAINIAN GREEK-CATHOLIC CHURCH “The Vibrant Parish – a place to encounter the living Christ” Dearly Beloved in Christ! Introduction Our Lord Jesus Christ...
Saturday after Christmas
Saturday after Christmas Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 769 First Antiphon Verse 1: I will confess You, Lord, with all my heart,* I will declare all Your wondrous deeds (Ps 9:2). Refrain: Through the prayers of the Mother of God, O...
VIDEO – Edmonton Catholic Schools: Permeation in the Classroom
"Be it known to all who enter here that Christ is the reason for this school. He is the unseen but ever present teacher in its classes. He is the model of its staff and the inspiration of its students."
Nativity Greeting from Patriarch Sviatoslav
Українська Греко-Католицька Церква Christmas message from His Beatitude Sviatoslav Most Reverend Archbishops and Metropolitans, God-loving bishops, reverend clergy, reverend monks, Beloved brothers and sisters, in Ukraine and in the diaspora Christ is born! Glorify...
CHRTC 372: The Theology and Spirituality of Eastern Christianity
Course Description: The churches of the Christian East, the Patristic era and early ecumenical councils, the schism between East and West, and contemporary Greek Catholic and Orthodox Churches with special attention to the churches in Canada. Course Instructor: Fr....
Dec 09: The Conception of St. Anna
Dec 09: The Conception of St. Anna, When She Conceived the Most Holy Mother of God Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 734 Troparion (Tone 4): Today the chains of barrennes are shattered,* for having heard the prayer of Joachim and Anna,*...
Video: Edmonton Catholic Schools: Permeation in the Classroom
The Family Trunk
Written by Rev. Deacon Jim Nakonechny On the occasion of 120th anniversary of the Ukrainian immigration to Canada I find it very fitting to share a story about the family trunk that I told several years ago that keeps resonating with many of our Ukrainian Catholic...
POPE: STUDY THE EASTERN CATHOLIC CHURCHES
VATICAN CITY, NOV. 3, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI is praying this month for an increase in knowledge of and esteem for the Eastern Catholic Churches. The Apostleship of Prayer announced the intentions chosen by the Pope for this month. His general intention is...
Послання Блаженнішого Святослава
Послання Блаженнішого Святослава (Шевчука) до духовенства, монашества та мирян Української Греко-Католицької Церкви про всенародну прощу до Рима 12 – 14 жовтня 2012 року з нагоди благословення відновленого Собору Святої Софії та 120-річчя з дня народження Патріарха...
BENEDICT XVI ANNOUNCES THE "YEAR OF FAITH"
VATICAN CITY, 16 OCT 2011 (VIS) - During Mass this morning in the Vatican Basilica, celebrated to mark the end of an international meeting on new evangelisation organised by the Pontifical Council for Promoting New Evangelisation, Benedict XVI announced that he was...
Open Wide the Doors
Catholic Education Sunday November 6, 2011 Open Wide the Doors Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Open wide the doors to Christ! In the Book of Revelation we read, “Listen! I am standing at the door, knocking; if you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in...
DUAL TASK: THE MISSION AD GENTES AND NEW EVANGELISATION
VATICAN CITY, 16 OCT 2011 (VIS) - Following this morning's Mass for the closure of an international meeting on the new evangelisation, Benedict XVI prayed the Angelus with faithful gathered in St. Peter's Square. In his remarks he recalled how Blessed John Paul II had...
Ватикан намагався допомогти жертвам Голодомору 1932–33 років – історик МакВей
Source: www.radiosvoboda.org 02.11.2011 Наталка Кудрик Рим – Католицька церква та Голодомор в Україні: що знав про ті події Ватикан і якою була реакція Папи? Відповіді на ці запитання можна знайти в новому англомовному виданні під назвою «Святий престол і Голодомор:...
APOSTOLIC LETTER "MOTU PROPRIO DATA", "PORTA FIDEI"
VATICAN CITY, 17 OCT 2011 (VIS) - Made public today was "Porta fidei", the Apostolic Letter "Motu Proprio data" with which Benedict XVI proclaims a "Year of Faith", to begin on 11 October 2012, fiftieth anniversary of the opening of Vatican Council II, and due to end...
Oct 06: The Holy and Glorious Apostle Thomas
Oct 06: The Holy and Glorious Apostle Thomas Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 705 Troparion (Tone 2): O disciple of Christ and member of the apostolic council, your lack of faith proclaimed Christ's resurrection, and your touch confirmed...
A LEGACY OF HOPE
The Province of Alberta recently paid tribute to the Catholic Sisters for their pioneering contributions in education, health care and social welfare over the past 150 years. A specially commissioned statue “Service Through Christ” has been erected on the Legislature...
16th Sunday after Pentecost; The Holy Priest-Martyr Cyprian
16th Sunday after Pentecost; The Holy Priest-Martyr Cyprian; the Holy Martyr Justina; and the Holy Andrew, Fool for the Sake of Christ. Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 353 (Tone 7) Troparion (Tone 7): By Your cross You destroyed death;...
15th Sunday after Pentecost; Our Venerable Mother Euphrosyne
15th Sunday after Pentecost; Our Venerable Mother Euphrosyne Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 349 (Tone 6) Troparion (Tone 6): Angelic powers were upon Your tomb and the guards became like dead men; Mary stood before Your tomb seeking Your...
Video: Salt and Light Catholic FOCUS: Light of the East – Part 1 Understanding the Eastern Catholic Churches
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Catholic Sister’s Legacy Project
A Dedication Ceremony & Mass will take place, on Wednesday, September 28, 2011, to pay tribute to the Catholic Sisters for their pioneering contributions in education, health care and social welfare. Everyone is welcome at the celebrations, which will include the...
Beheading of the Honourable and Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John
Aug 29: Beheading of the Honourable and Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 891 Troparion (Tone 2): The just man is remembered with praises, but for you the Lord’s testimony suffices, O...
11th Sunday after Pentecost
11th Sunday after Pentecost; Our Venerable Father Moses the Black (c.400); Our Holy Father Augustine, Bishop of Hippo (430) Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 333 (Tone 2) Troparion (Tone 2): When You went down to death, O Life Immortal, You...
Patriarchal Pastoral Letter on the 20th Anniversary of Ukraine's Independence
Аркуш 1 із 2-х Вих: ВА 11/300 ЗВЕРНЕННЯ Блаженнішого СВЯТОСЛАВА, Верховного Архиєпископа Києво-Галицького УГКЦ, з нагоди 20-літнього ювілею Незалежності України Дорогі в Христі співвітчизники! З нагоди 20-ї річниці державної Незалежності України щиросердечно вітаю...
Dormition of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God (Theotokos) and Ever-Virgin Mary
Dormition of Our Most Holy Lady, the Mother of God (Theotokos) and Ever-Virgin Mary Troparion (Tone 1): In giving birth you retained your virginity, in falling asleep you did not abandon the world, O Mother of God. You passed into life, for you are the Mother of Life,...
9th Sunday after Pentecost
9th Sunday after Pentecost; Transfer of the Relics of Our Venerable Father Theodosius, Hegumen of the Monastery of the Caves at Kiev; Fore-feast of the Holy Dormition of the Mother of God; the Holy Prophet Micah (8th c. BC) Troparion (Tone 8): You came down from on...
Holy Apostle Matthias; Post-Feast of the Holy Transfiguration of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
First Antiphon Verse 1: Shout to the Lord, all the earth, sing now to His name, give glory to His praise (Ps 65:2). Refrain: Through the prayers of the Mother of God, O Saviour, save us. Verse 2: The voice of Your thunder was in the whirlwind; Your lightning lit up...
8th Sunday after Pentecost; Post-Feast of the Holy Transfiguration of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
First Antiphon Verse 1: Shout to the Lord, all the earth, sing now to His name, give glory to His praise (Ps 65:2). Refrain: Through the prayers of the Mother of God, O Saviour, save us. Verse 2: The voice of Your thunder was in the whirlwind; Your lightning lit up...
Holy Transfiguration of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
Holy Transfiguration of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ (Aug 6) First Antiphon Verse 1: Shout to the Lord, all the earth, sing now to His name, give glory to His praise (Ps 65:2). Refrain: Through the prayers of the Mother of God, O Saviour, save us. Verse 2:...
7th Sunday after Pentecost
7th Sunday after Pentecost; Fore-feast of the Procession of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross of the Lord; the Holy and Just Eudocimus (840) Troparion (Tone 6): Angelic powers were upon Your tomb and the guards became like dead men; Mary stood before Your tomb...
Patriarchal Pastoral Letter on St. Volodymyr the Great
Вих. ВА-11/263 ЗВЕРНЕННЯ БЛАЖЕННІШОГО СВЯТОСЛАВА, ВЕРХОВНОГО АРХИЄПИСКОПА КИЄВО-ГАЛИЦЬКОГО УКРАЇНСЬКОЇ ГРЕКО-КАТОЛИЦЬКОЇ ЦЕРКВИ З НАГОДИ ДНЯ СВЯТОГО РІВНОАПОСТОЛЬНОГО ВЕЛИКОГО КНЯЗЯ ВОЛОДИМИРА ТА ВІДНОВЛЕННЯ ХРЕСНИХ ОБІТІВ Всесвітлішим, всечесним, високопреподобним і...
Feb 24: 1st and 2nd Finding of the Precious Head of St. John the Forerunner
First and Second Finding of the Precious Head of the Holy, Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John; February 24. Text from “The Divine Liturgy: An Anthology for Worship”; Pg. 816 Troparion (Tone 4): The head of the Forerunner has dawned from the earth,*...