A popular part of our Catholic culture is the blessing of candles on the Feast of the Presentation on February 2. The blessing will take place at the end of all Masses this Tuesday. Also popular is the blessing of people’s throats on the Feast of St. Blaise on February 3. The congregation will be…
Month: January 2016
Catholic Press Collection
February is Catholic Press Month and with it comes the annual Catholic Press Collection. 2016 also marks the 105th anniversary of the Catholic Press Association. On Feb. 6-7, there will be a second collection at all parishes in the Archdiocese of Vancouver. This is a great opportunity for parishioners to show their appreciation for…
Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking
On Feb. 8, 2016, the second International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking will be celebrated in all dioceses and parishes in the world. On this day the Church will commemorate the life of St. Josephine Bakhita, a Canossian Sister who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in Sudan. The Archdiocese of…
University Mass in the Year of Mercy
Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB invites all post-secondary students, faculty, and staff including their families to a Mass at Holy Rosary Cathedral on Friday, Feb. 5 at 7:30pm. Confessions will be held at 6:30pm and a reception will take place after Mass in the hall. More info can be found through your Campus Chaplaincy,…
Silent Live-In Retreat for Women
Interested in discerning a call to Religious Life? Join the Sisters of the Child Jesus for a silent live-in retreat for women interested in religious life. Friday, Feb. 5 at 7pm to Sunday, Feb. 7 at 3 pm. For more information or to register, contact Sister Denece at 604-985-4872 at dbillesberger@shaw.ca or Sister Linda…
ONE Conference 2016: In the Father’s Mercy
The Church’s mission is to make disciples, and you’re invited! Whether you’re already sharing your faith in some way, or it’s something you’re just thinking about, the ONE Conference is for you. With the Jubilee Year of Mercy upon us, this year’s ONE Conference engulfs us In the Father’s Mercy. Hear inspirational messages from world…
Canadian Virtuoso Ken Cowan in Concert
Join us for an outstanding organ concert at Holy Rosary Cathedral on Friday, Jan. 29 at 8pm with Canadian virtuoso Ken Cowan. He will perform works by Mozart, Bach, Mendelssohn and more. Tickets at the door, $20, Student/Senior $15.
Warm Clothing Needed for Men’s Hostel
Catholic Charities Men’s Hostel at 828 Cambie St. serves 102 men every night. During the cold season donation of warm clothing is needed: winter jackets (any size), underwear (sizes below XL), socks, belts, toques, gloves, scarves, sweaters (any size), work boots and runners (sizes 9 to 12), pants (sizes 34 and under), shirts (any…
Join us at the Ordinandi Dinner
During this school year the Archdiocese celebrates the ordination of four men to the priesthood! Archbishop Michael Miller, CSB, invites you to join him and these men for a dinner celebrating the vibrancy of the priesthood in Vancouver. Each of the ordinandi (Latin for ‘those to be ordained’) will share his story of being called…
Save 10% off Burial Plots until January 31st
If you’ve been contemplating making a pre-need burial plan, now is a great time to contact Catholic Cemeteries to take advantage of a 10% discount that applies to in-ground burial plots and in-ground cremation plots. Offer expires Jan. 31. To book an appointment or for more information call 604-531-2141