Mass of Remembrance for those family members that have passed away during the month and are buried at Gardens of Gethsemani. Join us on Sunday, Jan. 31 at 2:30pm in the Evangelist Chapel. Everyone welcome.
Month: January 2016
Spiritual Exercises for Men
Join us for a silent retreat open to men 16 and older. “Spiritual retreats are particular graces, they are privileged opportunities, where the soul, separated from the busyness of daily life, may dispose itself to listen to God, place itself under the direction of the Holy Spirit, and totally correct itself to establish the…
2016 City of Vancouver Homeless Count (March 9-10)
Catholic Charities encourages the faithful to volunteer for the 2016 City of Vancouver Homeless Count the evening of Wednesday, March 9, or daytime Thursday, March 10. By volunteering for the count, you help gather valuable information that governments, service providers, community groups and funders use to plan programs to address homelessness and measure our…
International Catholic Stewardship Council’s 54th Annual Conference
“Stewardship is the grateful response of a Christian disciple who recognizes and receives God’s gifts and shares these gifts in love of God and neighbour.” Join us in New Orleans for the International Catholic Stewardship Council’s 54th Annual Conference from Oct. 2-5, 2016. Participate in joyful liturgies, listen to inspiring keynote speakers and thought-provoking…
Encountering Christ in the Year of Mercy
Come join the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia for a weekend retreat at Loon Lake Retreat Centre in Maple Ridge from Feb. 19-21. The retreat is open to single Catholic young women ages 18-30 and will include Mass, adoration, confession, retreat conferences, and free time, along with meals and single or double room accommodations….
Vocation Live-In
On the weekend of Feb. 12-14, there will be a vocation live-in for boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King in Mission. For more information, please call 604-826-8715.
International 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,…
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…
Prison Ministry Christmas Cards and 2016 Calendar Drive
Catholic Charities Justice Services (CCJS) is seeking donations of your surplus unused Christmas Cards and 2016 Calendars for prisoners. Calendars may be wall, desk, or appointment calendars. Please ensure donations are of a modest theme, suitable for prison chapels. Collection points: St. Mary’s Chilliwack, St. Joseph’s Mission, St. Nicholas Langley, Our Lady of Good…