As is tradition at the Cathedral, on November 1 we had veneration of relics after Masses. This is a great tradition of the Church, though it is often misunderstood. This is an article from last year from Fr. John Horgan, Pastor of St. Pius X, in North Vancouver, an expert on saints and of relics….
The Meaning of Holy Communion
The Eucharist is the most important of the seven sacraments, because it is in this and in no other sacrament that we receive the very body and blood, soul and divinity of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. There are many graces that flow from the faithful reception of this most sublime of sacraments. Communion then is…
Formed: Free Catholic Videos
5 May 2017 FORMED is a service which Holy Rosary Cathedral is running on a trial subscription. It streams hundreds of hours of Catholic content and works the same way as Netflix. It offers an amazing opportunity for you to discover the richness and beauty of our Catholic faith with Free Catholic Content in One…
Faith Seeking Understanding.
By Fr. Pablo Santa Maria The importance of ongoing education about our faith. In the Apostolic Exhortation Evangelii Gaudium Pope Francis reminds the Church that she is called to be “permanently in a state of mission.” If we recall, some of the last words that Our Lord Spoke to His disciples before His Ascension was…
Communion, Marriage and Divorce
Who can receive Holy Communion at Mass? None of us are truly worthy of such a great gift but God’s grace makes us worthy and prepares us to receive this sublime gift through which we are united to Christ and find salvation. We are reminded of this reality at Mass when we prepare for Holy…
Faith and Reason
The history of Catholicism is one of great encouragement and development of scientific research and innovation, and has been responsible for many of the most important scientific advances in history. In the media the Church is often portrayed as an institution which is decidedly against science and progress; at times goes as far as to…
Why does God become man?
By Father Pablo Santa Maria “Look, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel’, which means, ‘God is with us.” “Pour forth, we beseech you, O Lord, your grace into our hearts, that we, to whom the Incarnation of Christ your Son was made known by the message of…
Christian Life Program
Christian Life Program is ongoing at Holy Rosary Hall Music Room from 2-5 pm on Sundays. Discover GOD’s love deeply through a series of talks and witness by women whom He has called to His vineyard. RSVP Grace 778-836-2510.
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The Christian Life Program at Holy Rosary Hall Music Room run by the Handmaids of the Lord on on Sundays from 2-5pm. Discover GOD’s love deeply through a series of talks and witness by women whom He has called to His vineyard. RSVP Grace 778-836-2510 / Ofel 778-836-2510.
Understanding the Liturgy
The Catholic Mass is the central act of worship in the life of a Catholic, but few are aware of what it means. While some Catholics may know the prayers and responses said in the liturgy, many do not know their significance or historical development. The true beauty of Mass is seen when you break…