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…
Ordinations at the Cathedral.
We just had two ordinations, one to the diaconate and one to the priesthood. This is indeed a cause for great joy for the Church of Vancouver and for the Cathedral! In ordinations three men were ordained and in both cases one of each will serve here at the Cathedral. We are especially grateful for…
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…
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…
Want to become Catholic? Join us this September.
RCIA is the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. We are welcoming a new group on Tuesday September 6. If you or someone you know are interested in these RCIA formation sessions please contact the parish office. Classes are held Tuesday evenings, 7 – 9 pm at Holy Rosary Hall. Registration forms available at the parish office.
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.
Join the Christian Life Program
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.