Religious Education and Catechesis

The religious education office is located within the Chancery Office. We encourage you to visit and take advantage of the resources available, in order to learn, pass on and grow in our faith.

Religious Education Office
Bernadette Mandrusiak, Director of Catechesis
780-424-5496
[email protected]

Please take advantage of our vast amount of resources, either for purchase or loan. We offer videos, books, catechetical resources and much more, including downloadable resources, on our Resources Page

How to: Icon Corner

Scripture Study

Prayer

Resources for Great Lent

by user | Feb 18, 2020 | Religious Education, Vibrant Parish Program

Great Lent is almost upon us. This year it begins on Feb 24 (Mar 02 Old Calendar). During this time we are encouraged to take forty days to prepare ourselves, and our families, so as to be spiritually ready, and worthy to celebrate and worship the Resurrection--April...

Christ in the Old Testament: Prophecy and Fulfillment

by user | Jan 23, 2020 | Eparchial Events, Holy Eucharist Parish - Edmonton, News, Religious Education

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...

2020 Eparchial Holy Land PILGRIMAGE

by user | Jan 16, 2020 | Religious Education

Rev. Peter Babej, Pastor, Saint Josaphat Cathedral, will lead an Eparchy of Edmonton-wide Pilgrimage to the Holy Land from October 17-29, 2020. Open to all faithful. Itinerary and costs attached. For further information, contact Father Peter at (780) 422-3181 or : ...

Marriage Prep Course

by alans | Jan 7, 2020 | Family, Religious Education, Uncategorized

April 17-19, 2020 (Friday Evening till Sunday) Every couple needs to attend a Marriage Prep course before getting married in the Catholic Church. This helps everyone to understand what the purpose of marriage is, what responsibilities are involved, how to best...

Eparchial Winter Program Guide Jan-Mar 2020

by user | Jan 7, 2020 | Eparchial Program Guide, Life of the Eparchy, Religious Education, Special Announcements

Iconography Workshop

by alans | Jan 6, 2020 | Eparchial Events, Family, Religious Education

February 14-17, 2020 (Family Day Long Weekend, Friday Evening till Monday Evening) at Camp Oselia Would you like to learn how a traditional Byzantine Icon is written (painted)? Do you want to increase your skills if you do have some experience? This workshop is for...

Celebrate the Nativity of our Lord (Christmas): Family Resources

by user | Dec 18, 2019 | Family, Religious Education, Vibrant Parish Program

Items for the Christmas Season at our St. Macrina Books & Gifts Shop located at the Pastoral Centre

by user | Nov 20, 2019 | News, Religious Education

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...

Nativity Fast (St. Philip’s Fast) – Nov 15-Dec 24: Activity Ideas

by user | Nov 14, 2019 | Prayer, Religious Education, Scripture, Vibrant Parish Program

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

by user | Nov 13, 2019 | Religious Education, Scripture, Vibrant Parish Program

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...