On the Church calendar, February 11 is the World Day of the Sick. This day highlights the healing ministry of the Church. It reminds us that service to people who are sick and suffering cannot be neglected. The Canadian Bishops write that this day of prayer for the sick “recognizes the great efforts of doctors,…
Be an angel for MiJi
Will you be an angel for MiJi? W e from “Love Works Charity” humbly ask for your support in our fundraising effort to provide for heart surgery for a 13 years old girl name MIJI Dimalanta of Bulacan, Philippines, who was born with Congenital Heart Disease. After all Masses on the weekend of July 30…
Computers for schools
Fr. Terry Larkin is collecting computers that function well and with all data removed as well as for children’s books for the school in the Philippines which he is supporting. Please bring them to the Cathedral parish office as soon as possible. Thank you for your generosity.
Second Collection for Catholic Missions of Canada
Today, we have a Second Collection for Catholic Missions in Canada – Over 600 missionaries serve in home mission communities right across Canada. Help us fund their sacred efforts as they share the Gospel. Your caring and support keeps the doors of these beacons of Christ’s light open to all. Catholic Missions In Canada answers…
2nd Collection for For McMurray Fire Disaster Relief
Special collection for the Wildfire Disaster in Fort McMurray this weekend May 21/22. Proceeds will go to the Diocese of St. Paul, AB. Half of the contributions will assist the local Catholic parishes and parishioners, while the other half will go to the Fort McMurray Ministerial Association for ecumenical assistance to those who have lost homes and jobs. Thank you…
Focus on Life Gala Dinner
The Life, Marriage and Family office of the Archdiocese of Vancouver, Signal Hill and the Christian Advocacy Society are hosting the 18th Annual Focus on Life™ Gala Dinner on Monday, May 16, at the Italian Cultural Centre. The gala will feature a keynote address by Ryan Bomberger, an Emmy award-winning creative professional and co-founder of…
Journey 101: For the healing of relational issues
Journey Canada is a Christian discipleship ministry for those with relational or sexual brokenness. The ministry is non-denominational and includes Catholics among staff and participants. Journey 101 course is an introductory look at blocks in our relationship with God, ourselves and others, and issues that prevent us from moving forward. Consists of six weekly…
Books and Laptops for the Philippines
A primary school from Kindergarten to Grade 6 in the Philippines needs books for its library and laptop computers (cleared of information and in good working order) for the computer classroom. Please bring your offerings to the Cathedral parish office. Thank you for your generosity.
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…
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…