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.
Wednesday of the Fourth Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net At Psalm 140 In Tone 4 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. The Fast that brings integrity has now run half its course.* These past days have proved...
What is the Eparchy of Edmonton?
Led by the Most Reverend David Motiuk, Bishop of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton, our community is characterized by its devotion to the Byzantine Catholic faith and its commitment to serving others. Our dedicated clergy and laypeople work tirelessly to...
Update #5: March Progress Update of Ukrainian Catholic App
As we approach the launch of our new app, iPraise, we would like to take this opportunity to apologize for the delay in the beta testing phase. Originally, we planned to launch beta tests in January, but due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to push back the...
Help Provide Emergency Services, Humanitarian, and Pastoral Support for Ukraine
The people of Ukraine need your help. As we mark the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, millions of the country’s inhabitants are in dire straits. Constant bombardment, frigid temperatures, fluctuating power, lack of food, shelter, and other basic...
March 12: Third Sunday of the Great Fast: Veneration of the Holy Cross, Tone 7
Third Sunday of the Great Fast: Veneration of the Holy Cross. Octoechos Tone 7; Our Venerable Father and Confessor Theophanes of Sigriana (817); Our Holy Father Gregory the Dialogist, Pope of Rome (604) Great Fast Day 21. Matins Resurrectional Gospel 7. The Divine...
March 10: Friday of the Third Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Friday of the Third Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS 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...
March 8: Wednesday of the Third Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Wednesday of the Third Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS 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...
75th Anniversary of Edmonton and Toronto Eparchies
This article is from Annales Ecclesiae Ucrainae, Annales Ecclesiae Ucrainae is a collection of articles by Rev Dr Athanasius McVay, pertaining to the history of the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church. It is inspired by great works of ecclesiastical history, such as...
Webinar Series – The Call of the Catechist
In March and April of 2023, the CCCB Office for Evangelization and Catechesis is hosting a webinar series, titled "The Call of the Catechist", inviting leaders of catechesis and evangelization to participate in a national discussion on the formation of catechists...
Eparchy Hosts Day of Solidarity and Vigil for Ukraine at St. Joseph’s College
On Wednesday, March 1, the Edmonton Eparchy hosted a “Vigil for Ukraine and Day of Solidarity” at St. Joseph’s College on the University of Alberta campus. This day-long event gave students, staff, and guests the chance to commemorate the first anniversary of the...
Mar 05; Second Sunday of the Great Fast: St. Gregory of Palamas, Tone 6
Second Sunday of the Great Fast: St. Gregory of Palamas. Octoechos Tone 6; The Holy Martyr Conon (249-251) Great Fast Day 14. Matins Resurrectional Gospel 6. The Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great is celebrated today. Hebrews 1:10-2:3; Mark 2:1-12. GREAT VESPERS,...
Eparchy of Edmonton’s Clergy Pastoral Assignments
The following Clergy Pastoral Assignments take effect August 1, 2023: Calgary – Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish – Rev. Roman Planchak Calgary – Saint Stephen the Protomartyr Parish – Rev. Michael Bombak Camrose and District Parishes – Rev. Danylo Bodnar...
The Mystery of the Eucharist
We Are People of the Eucharist Towards a renewed love for Holy Communion Reflections on the Eucharist by Bishop David Motiuk, Eparchy of Edmonton March 2023 The Mystery of the Eucharist Nicholas Cabasilas, a fourteenth century layman who...
Unbreakable Ukraine: United We Stand Edmonton Rally
365 DAYS OF RESISTANCE.9 YEARS OF WAR.CENTURIES OF RESILIENCE. A year ago, the lives of Ukrainians across the world changed forever. This solemn day marks one year of russia’s devastating full-scale invasion of Ukraine. A reminder that the fight is not over yet, and...
Mar 3: Friday of the Second Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Friday of the Second Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net LITURGY OF THE PRESANCTIFIED GIFTS At Psalm 140, In Tone 4 Lead my soul forth from prison* that I may give thanks to Your name. Behold, this is the...
Mar 1: Wednesday of the Second Week of the Great Fast – Presanctified
Wednesday of the Second Week of the Great Fast - Presanctified Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net 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. O faithful, to undertake a spiritual...
Feb 26; First Sunday of the Great Fast – Sunday of Orthodoxy, Tone 5
First Sunday of the Great Fast: The Sunday of Orthodoxy; Octoechos Tone 5; Our Holy Father Porphyrius, Bishop of Gaza (420) Great Fast Day 7. Matins Resurrectional Gospel 5. The Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great is celebrated today. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins...
Feb 25: The First and Second Finding of the Precious Head of the Holy, Glorious Prophet and Forerunner John the Baptist
The First and Second Finding of the Precious Head of the Holy, Glorious Prophet and Forerunner John the Baptist; First Saturday of the Great Fast: Great Martyr Theodore the Recruit Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net DIVINE LITURGY Troparia and Kontakia Troparion,...
Feb 24: Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Friday of the First Week of the Great Fast
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Friday of the First Week of the Great Fast; The First and Second Finding of the Precious Head of the Holy, Glorious Prophet and Forerunner John the Baptist Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net At Psalm 140 In Tone 5 Lead my...
Feb 22: Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Wednesday of the First Week of the Great Fast
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts for Wednesday of the First Week of the Great Fast Soruce: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net 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...
Vigil for Ukraine
On Wednesday, March 1, the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton and St. Joseph’s College will host a Vigil and Day of Solidarity at St. Joseph’s College (U of A campus) to commemorate the first anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The day will include...
An Appeal by the Ukrainian Catholic Bishops in Canada Marking the One Year Commemoration of the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
To the Reverend Fathers, Religious Sisters, Venerable Monastics, People of Ukrainian Descent, and all People of Good Will: “You shall not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day…” [ps. 91:5] Glory be to Jesus...
Feb 19 – Sunday of Cheesefare – Sunday of Forgiveness
Sunday of Cheesefare - Sunday of Forgiveness; Octoechos Tone 4; The Holy Apostle Archippus Matins Resurrectional Gospel 4; Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140, In Tone 4 In Tone...
Bishops and Catholic Organizations in Canada Launch Turkey/ Syria Earthquake Emergency Aid Campaign
Ottawa, February 10, 2023: With the support of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), Aid to Church in Need (ACN), Canadian Jesuits International (CJI), Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) Canada, and Development and Peace-Caritas Canada...
Working Towards Reconciliation and Healing With Our Indigenous Brothers and Sisters
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops issued four pastoral letters on reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples: Pastoral Letter to the First Nations Pastoral Letter to the Inuit in Canada Pastoral Letter to the Métis Pastoral Letter to the People of God in Canada...
Iconography Workshop 2023
Learn the painting process and also the theology and spirituality of Byzantine Iconography. No prior experience necessary. Write a traditional Egg Tempera Icon with 24k gold gilding. This year we shall paint the icon of the Theotokos of the Passion, commonly known in...
The Institution of the Divine Eucharist
We Are People of the Eucharist Towards a renewed love for Holy Communion Reflections on the Eucharist by Bishop David Motiuk, Eparchy of Edmonton February 2023 The Institution of the Divine Eucharist The centre of Christian worship is the...
Feb 5; Sunday of the Prodigal Son; Tone 2
Sunday of the Prodigal Son, Octoechos Tone 2; Post-feast of the Encounter; The Holy Martyr Agatha (249-51); English Source: Royal Doors www.royaldoors.net Great Vespers, Festal Matins and Divine Liturgy. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung....
The Eucharist. Making it Personal.
We Are People of the Eucharist Towards a renewed love for Holy Communion Reflections on the Eucharist by Bishop David Motiuk, Eparchy of Edmonton January 2023 The Eucharist. Making it Personal. We are people of the Eucharist. ...
Jesus Prayer 100 Challenge
Will begin on February 22, 2023On Wednesdays at 6:00 pm MTIn Person at St. Stephen Protomartyr and Online through Zoom JP 100 is the next stage of the JP 33 prayer challenge pilgrimage. Over the course of the next 40 days we will commit to practicing the Jesus...
Feast of Holy Theophany Great Water Blessing in Calgary: Photos
On January 6th, we celebrated the feast of Holy Theophany, and our two parishes in Calgary gathered in the afternoon for our second annual common celebration of the Great Water Blessing. This took place outdoors at Sandy Beach Park on the edge of the Elbow River....
Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee; Octoechos Tone 1; Jan 29, 2003.
Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee; Octoechos Tone 1; The Transfer of the Relics of the Great-Martyr Ignatius the God-bearer (of Antioch) Matins Resurrectional Gospel 1. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading:...
Sunday of Zacchaeus; Octoechos Tone 8; Jan 22, 2023.
Sunday of Zacchaeus; Octoechos Tone 8; The Holy Apostle Timothy; the Holy Venerable-Martyr Anastasius the Persian (628) Matins Resurrectional Gospel 11. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung....
31st Sunday after Pentecost; Tone 7; Jan 15, 2022
31 Sunday after Pentecost, Tone 7. Our Venerable Fathers Paul of Thebes (312-37) and John the Hut-Dweller (465-74) Matins Resurrectional Gospel 10. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At...
Why Join World Youth Day?
Established in 1985 by Pope John Paul II, World Youth Day (WYD) is an exciting and faith-filled pilgrimage of young Catholics from all over the world. It is a celebration of youth, a way to experience the global Church, and an intense moment of...
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,...
Update #4: December Progress Update of Ukrainian Catholic App
On June 6, 2022, the Eparchy of Edmonton announced the development of a new free-to-download Ukrainian Catholic faith-based app. After running a survey in January 2022, the Eparchy received results from across Canada and other countries. After hearing feedback, they...
Jan 08; Sunday after Theophany. Tone 6.
Sunday after Theophany. Octoechos, Tone 6. Our Venerable Father George the Chosebite (610-41). Our Venerable Mother Dominica (474-91). Emilian the Confessor. Matins Resurrectional Gospel 9. Ephesians 4:7-13; Matthew 4:12-17. GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is...
Pastoral Greetings of Ukrainian Catholic Bishop’s of Canada
2022/2023 PASTORAL GREETINGS OF THE UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF CANADA ON THE OCCASION OF THE FEAST OF THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD To the Very Reverend Clergy, Monastics and Religious Sisters and Brothers, Seminarians and Laity of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in...
January 6: The Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ
The Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is celebrated in the morning on January 6. The Great Blessing of the Water is taken after the Prayer Behind the Ambon. Festal Matins, Divine Liturgy & Great...
Jan 1, 2023; Sunday before the Theophany of our Lord; Tone 5; Circumcision & Saints Basil the Great
Sunday before the Theophany of our Lord. Octoechos, Tone 5. The Circumcision of our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ. Our Father Among the Saints Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia (379). Feast of our Lord. All-Night Vigil Feast. The Divine...
Christmas Pastoral Letter of His Beatitude Sviatoslav
CHRISTMAS PASTORAL LETTER OF HIS BEATITUDE SVIATOSLAV Most Reverend Archbishops and Metropolitans, God-loving Bishops, Very Reverend Clergy, Venerable Monastics, Dearly Beloved Brothers and Sisters, in Ukraine and throughout the world Fear not, for behold, I bring...
A Review of Family and Life Ministries and Bishop’s Gala in Photos
Thank you to everyone who supported the Eparchy of Edmonton during the 13th Annual Bishop's Gala. The video above was a summary video played during the gala to discuss the important work the Office of Family and Life Ministries has done in 2022, and what direction it...
Dec 25; The Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ – Christmas
The Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord, God and Saviour Jesus Christ – Christmas GREAT VESPERS The priest, fully vested, begins: Blessed is our God, always, now and forever and ever. The people respond: Amen. And the usual opening prayers Psalm 103 Great Litany At...
Dec 18; Sunday before the Nativity of Christ – Sunday of the Holy Fathers
Sunday before the Nativity of Christ - Sunday of the Holy Fathers. Octoechos Tone 3. The Holy Martyr Sebastian and His Companions Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm 140, In Tone 3...
Unveiling the Tale of St. Nicholas: A Beloved Wonderworker
As the festive echoes of December envelop us, the Ukrainian Christmas concerts unfold, casting a magical ambiance where the entrancing presence of St. Nicholas, adorned in episcopal regalia, becomes a beacon of joy, bringing gifts to the hearts of the young. The...
Sunday of the Holy Forefathers, Tone 2; Dec 11, 2022.
Sunday of the Holy Forefathers. Octoechos Tone 2. Our Venerable Father Daniel the Stylite (493) Matins Resurrectional Gospel 5. Colossians 3:4-11; Luke 14:16-24; Nativity Fast. Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is...
Blessing of the Painted Windows of Holy Eucharist Parish
By Valerie Aloisio, Holy Eucharist Parish. Sunlight shone through the painted windows, sprinkling the parishioners with dabs of colour. There is a sense of happy anticipation in the hushed conversations and laughter of those gathered. It has been a long couple of...
Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 1; Dec 04, 2022.
Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 1. The Great-Martyr Barbara (286-305); Our Venerable Father John of Damascus (749) Matins Resurrectional Gospel 4. Ephesians 5:9-19; Luke 12:16-21 Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS...
Nov 27, 2022; Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 8.
Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 8.The Holy Martyr James of Persia (422); Our Venerable Father Palladius Matins Resurrectional Gospel 3 Ephesians 4:1-6; Luke 10:25-37 Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading:...
Nov 20, 2022; Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 7.
Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 7. 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...
Nov 13, 2022; Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 6. Our Holy Father John Chrysostom
Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 6. Our Holy Father John Chrysostom (the Golden-Mouthed), Archbishop of Constantinople (407) Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS Kathisma Reading: “Blessed is the man...” is sung. At Psalm...
Unplug the Christmas Machine: Putting the Joy and Meaning Back into Your Christmas
Unplug the Christmas Machine: Putting the Joy and Meaning Back into Your Christmas This free hands-on workshop will provide no-nonsense advice on how to tackle Christmas commercialism and create a stress-free and holy season for you and your family. Discover your...
Nov 06, 2022; Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 5.
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 5. Our Holy Father Paul, Archbishop of Constantinople and Confessor (c. 353-61) Matins Resurrectional Gospel 11. Galatians 6:11-18; Luke 16:19-31 Great Vespers, Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy GREAT VESPERS...
Jubilarians Thank God for 285 Years of Dedicated Service
Jubilarians Thank God for 285 Years of Dedicated Service. On Saturday, October 22, Bishop David joined several Jubilarians for a Thanksgiving Divine Liturgy at Saint Joseph’s Home, Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate, Mundare. Pictured left to right: Sr. Christina...
Oct 30; Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 4.
Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost. Octoechos Tone 4. The Holy Martyrs Zenobius and Zenobia His Sister (284-305); Passing into eternal life of Blessed Priest-martyr Olesky Zarytsky (1963), Pastor of Strutyn near Zolochiv, and Siberia, Martyr Matins Resurrectional...
Camper’s Connect
CAMPERS CONNECT NOV 4, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Missing your camp friends? Never been to camp but might be thinking of going next year? Would you just like to get together with friends, have fun and take time to pray? Nov. 4, 6:00 – 8:30 pm, we will be watching a movie and...
The Pastoral Centre Communicator October 10, 2022
The War in Ukraine: A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action (Eng., Fr., Ukr.)
Pastoral Letter to the Clergy, Religious and Faithful of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Canada and to all Good People The War in Ukraine: A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action Dear Faithful, The war in Ukraine rages on with no end in sight, claiming the...
A Message For Catholic Education Sunday
October 11, 2022 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, As for us, we will walk in the name of the Lord our God forever and ever. Micah 4:5 Publicly funded Catholic education is a gift to be embraced with gratitude. As citizens in one of only three...