Dear brother priests, deacons, seminarians, consecrated men and women, and lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Vancouver: Jesus entered our world to free us from the darkness of sin and to grant us the light of salvation. In the Child born of the Virgin Mary, God revealed his goodness and mercy in a definitive way….
Year: 2015
CHRISTMAS MASSES & NEW YEAR’S MASSES at the CATHEDRAL
Christmas Eve: Thursday Dec. 24, 2015 5:10 pm, 9:00pm and 12:00 midnight. Concert & Carols at 11:00pm Christmas Day: Friday Dec. 25, 2015 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, 5:00 pm, 6:30 pm (Spanish) and 8:00 pm New Year’s Eve Thurs. 31 Dec.2015 Anticipated Mass: 5:10pm New Year’s Day Fri. 1 Jan. 2016 Feast of…
Opening Mass for Jubilee Year of Mercy
Pope Francis has announced the celebration of an extraordinary Holy Year dedicated to Mercy, starting Dec. 8, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, and concluding Nov. 20, 2016, the Solemnity of Christ the King. The Year of Mercy begins with the opening of the “holy door of mercy” at St. Peter’s Basilica by Pope Francis….
Donations to Catholic Charities Men’s Hostel Clothing Room
The Men’s Hostel has a Clothing Room which is used every day by their guests. During this winter season, the clothing room is in particular need of the following items for men: winter jackets (any size), underwear (sizes below XL), socks, belts, toques, sweaters (any size), work boots and runners (sizes 9 to 12),…
Ordinandi Dinner with newly-ordained priests
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…
Think of the Seafarers at Christmas
Please extend an act of God’s love to sailors who will be spending their Christmas in Vancouver, away from their families. Christmas gifts are a warm, caring and loving way to make a sailor’s loneliness more tolerable. Tired of shopping? Just make a cheque out to “Archdiocese of Vancouver Fr. John Eason,” put “Sailors Gift”…
Archdiocesan Marriage Prep gets help from Project Advance
For over a quarter of a century, Vancouver Archdiocesan Marriage Preparation programs have helped hundreds of couples annually discern and prepare for a lifetime together. We are grateful for Project Advance funding this past year which has helped to assist couples who were unable to afford the ordinary full fee for the program. Thank…
IEC Pilgrimages to Cebu for Eucharistic Congress
Every four years, Catholic faithful from around the world are invited to gather together to reflect on and celebrate the great mystery of the Eucharist during the International Eucharistic Congress. From Jan. 24-31, 2016, thousands of Catholic clergy and lay people will gather in Cebu, Philippines, for the 51st Congress. Visit rcav.org/iec-2016 for suggested…
Theology of the Body Course at Holy Rosary
Come and discover God’s original design for us, our call to holiness, and our destiny with him in heaven. Instructor: Fr. Alan Boisclair, BA, MDiv, STL (Marriage and the Family). Mondays Jan. 11 to April 4, from 7 to 9:15pm at St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Vancouver Wednesdays Jan. 13 to April 6, from…
Advent Penitential Services in the Archdiocese
Advent is the season of preparation. Throughout these weeks, the Scriptures tell us to “awake and be vigilant.” During this time we are all encouraged to go to confession as a way to prepare for the coming of the King of Kings. Throughout the archdiocese there are many special penitential services available. Visit rcav.org/advent-penitential-services/ to find an…