At the Cathedral we have always had a very strong devotion to the Sacred Heart. It follows then that we would also have a very strong devotion to Divine Mercy—especially during the Pontificate of Pope Francis, where God’s Mercy is centre stage. Because of this we decided to commission a new painting of the Divine Mercy. This painting is stylistically similar to the antique painting of Our Lady of Guadalupe which hangs by the baptistery atop the Altar or relics, but also is faithful to the image that is so beloved by all of us. This painting is hung by the confessionals to remind us that it is in the confessional the place where we most often encounter God’s mercy. 

To paint this image Holy Rosary Cathedral partnered with the other Cathedral in the Lower mainland, Holy Eucharist Cathedral, of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Community. Collaborating with Fr. Mykhailo Ozorovych, the Rector of the Cathedral, the talented artist Serhii Koloda this painting was completed and hung in the Summer of 2024. Mr. Koloda had a very successful art career in Ukraine, but ever since the Russian invasion of his country he has moved his family to the Lower Mainland and works here.

On Sunday April 7 after His Grace the Archbishop blessed the new painting. His Coat of Arms was placed in the painting. It is a small way to show gratitude to the very fruitful ministry of Archbishop Miller.