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SUMMARY:Rosary Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\nAs we gather in faith\, we invite you to participate in our Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, a special opportunity to prepare our hearts and minds for worship. This sacred time of prayer is open to all\, providing a space for reflection\, devotion\, and community connection. \nA Sacred Tradition \nThe rosary is a powerful form of prayer that has been cherished in the Catholic tradition for centuries. By praying the rosary\, we meditate on the life of Jesus Christ and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This beautiful devotion helps us deepen our relationship with God\, fostering a sense of peace and spiritual clarity. In our parish\, we honour this tradition by offering a communal rosary prayer before each Divine Liturgy. \nPreparing for Worship \nThe Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy serves as an essential preparation for the liturgical celebration that follows. As we come together to pray\, we create an atmosphere of reverence and unity within our community. Each bead of the rosary represents a moment of contemplation\, allowing us to reflect on the mysteries of faith and the love of God. \nThis time of prayer is not only a personal journey but also a collective experience that strengthens our bonds as a parish community. We encourage everyone to participate\, whether you are a long-time member of our parish or a newcomer seeking a deeper understanding of our faith. \nPraying for Peace and Guidance \nDuring the rosary\, we lift our intentions to God\, praying for our families\, our communities\, and those in need of comfort and healing. In particular\, we focus our prayers on peace in our world\, seeking divine intervention in times of conflict and unrest. As we pray\, we remember those suffering from the challenges in Ukraine and around the globe\, placing our trust in God’s grace and mercy. \nThe act of praying the rosary invites us to pause and reflect on the blessings in our lives while acknowledging the struggles we face. Together\, we ask for strength and guidance\, fostering a spirit of hope that transcends our individual experiences. \nA Welcoming Community \nWe invite all members of our parish and newcomers alike to join us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy. This gathering is open to everyone\, regardless of your familiarity with the rosary or your level of faith. Our community is built on love\, support\, and shared spiritual growth\, making it a welcoming place for all. \nThe Power of Collective Prayer \nThe Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy exemplifies the power of collective prayer. When we come together to pray\, we create a ripple effect of positive energy that can bring about transformation in our lives and the lives of those around us. Each prayer offered is a testament to our faith and commitment to supporting one another on our spiritual journeys. \nJoin Us for This Special Occasion \nWe warmly welcome you to participate in this special occasion of faith and community. As we gather for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, let us open our hearts to the grace of God and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Your presence enriches our community and strengthens our collective prayers. \nTogether\, let us embark on this sacred journey\, seeking peace\, guidance\, and unity through our devotion. Whether you are a mother praying for your children\, a friend supporting a loved one\, or someone simply seeking solace\, we invite you to be part of this meaningful experience. \nJoin us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, where we come together in prayer\, love\, and faith. Let us unite our hearts in supplication and thanksgiving as we prepare to celebrate the Divine Liturgy and the blessings of our faith.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/rosary/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Divine Liturgy
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton\nJoin us every Sunday at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton for the Divine Liturgy\, a cornerstone of our faith and community. Our bilingual service at 10:00 AM\, conducted in both English and Ukrainian\, ensures that everyone feels welcome and can participate in the spiritual celebration. This sacred gathering offers an opportunity for all to connect with God\, deepen faith\, and join in prayer with our Ukrainian church community. \nWhy Attend the Sunday Divine Liturgy?\nSunday holds special significance for Christians worldwide as a day to commemorate the resurrection of Christ. At St. Nicholas in Edmonton\, the Divine Liturgy is a time for personal reflection\, community worship\, and strengthening our spiritual bond. It’s an essential part of the Ukrainian Catholic Church tradition\, where individuals\, families\, and newcomers come together in faith. \nBy attending the Divine Liturgy on Sundays\, you will not only participate in the Holy Eucharist but also experience the communal strength of our Ukrainian church. We welcome all—longtime parishioners and first-time visitors alike—to celebrate\, learn\, and grow in the Catholic faith. \nStructure of the Divine Liturgy\nOur Sunday Divine Liturgy follows the traditional structure of the Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom and includes: \n\nOpening Hymn: A hymn to start the service\, filled with joy and reverence.\nGreeting by the Parish Priest: Welcoming the congregation\, reinforcing our shared faith and commitment to the community.\nLiturgy of the Word: Including the Epistle reading\, Gospel reading\, and a homily that reflects on the teachings of the Scriptures and applies them to everyday life.\nLiturgy of the Eucharist: Preparation and participation in the Sacrament of Holy Communion\, the heart of the Divine Liturgy.\nReception of the Eucharist: A moment of unity as we partake in the Holy Communion together.\nLiturgy of Thanksgiving: Giving thanks for the blessings we have received through the sacrament.\nClosing Hymn: Ending the service with another hymn\, sending the congregation forth in peace and joy.\n\nA Welcoming Bilingual Service\nAt St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton\, we proudly offer a bilingual Divine Liturgy\, celebrating both English and Ukrainian languages. This inclusive approach allows our community\, rooted in both traditions\, to worship together and feel connected regardless of language. Families\, individuals\, and newcomers from all walks of life are welcome to join and experience this beautiful expression of faith in our Ukrainian Catholic Church. \nWhy Join Us?\nWhether you’re a longstanding member or visiting for the first time\, attending the Divine Liturgy offers spiritual nourishment and a chance to engage with a supportive parish community. Our Edmonton parish provides a warm and inviting atmosphere\, making it a perfect place for individuals and families to grow in faith. \nThe Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton is an essential part of our spiritual life. Join us to connect with God\, participate in the Sacrament of Holy Communion\, and unite with fellow parishioners in faith. We look forward to welcoming you into our Ukrainian church community and growing together in Christ’s love.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/divine-liturgy-3/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Akafist with Sorokousty @ 7:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Akathist (Akafist) and Sorokoust Panakhyda in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church\nWithin the living spiritual tradition of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC)\, the Akathist (Akafist) and the Sorokoust Panakhyda are cherished expressions of praise\, intercession\, and loving remembrance. Deeply rooted in Scripture\, the Fathers of the Church\, and Byzantine liturgical life\, these devotions reflect authentic Eastern Christian piety fully harmonious with Catholic doctrine on the communion of saints\, prayer for the living and the departed\, and the hope of the Resurrection. \nThey are not merely customs\, but living acts of faith through which the Church prays\, praises\, and remembers. \nThe Akathist (Akafist): A Hymn of Standing Praise\nThe word Akathist comes from the Greek akathistos\, meaning “not sitting.” The faithful traditionally remain standing throughout the service as a sign of reverence and attentiveness before God. \nThe classical Akathist is composed of: \n\n12 songs\, each consisting of a kontakion (a thematic proclamation ending in “Alleluia”) and an oikos (a poetic meditation or expansion).\nTogether these form 24 strophes\, arranged in an acrostic pattern according to the Greek alphabet.\nThe first kontakion and oikos are repeated at the conclusion\, giving the hymn its distinctive liturgical structure.\n\nWhile often summarized as “24 stanzas\,” the fuller structure reveals its theological richness and poetic beauty. \nTraditionally\, Akathists are offered in honor of: \n\nOur Lord Jesus Christ\nThe Most Holy Theotokos\nThe saints\n\nThey may be prayed communally in church or privately at home. In many parishes\, Akathists are especially beloved during Great Lent\, when the penitential rhythm of the season invites deeper contemplation and praise. \nThe Church recognizes the Akathist as a theological and literary masterpiece. Its scriptural imagery\, patristic depth\, and Christ-centered focus make it both catechetical and devotional. Through it\, the faithful: \n\nPraise God’s saving work\nSeek intercession in times of need\nStrengthen hope in trials\nEnter more deeply into the mystery of salvation\n\nStanding in prayer becomes an outward expression of inward reverence. \nSorokoust Panakhyda: Forty Days of Loving Remembrance\nThe Panakhyda is the traditional memorial service for the departed in the Byzantine tradition. The word derives from the Greek pannychis\, meaning “all-night vigil\,” reflecting its origin in early Christian prayer services that kept watch in hope of the Resurrection. \nThe Sorokoust is a specific and intensified form of remembrance. \nThe word comes from the Slavic sorok (“forty”) and ust (“mouths”)\, meaning “forty mouths.” It refers to the offering of memorial prayers—traditionally forty liturgical commemorations—for the departed over a period of forty days. The image of “forty mouths” beautifully symbolizes the communal nature of intercession: the whole Church raising its voice together. \nThis forty-day cycle reflects biblical patterns of sacred time: \n\nForty days of mourning\nForty days of preparation\nForty days between Resurrection and Ascension\n\nOften the Sorokoust includes the offering of prosphora (liturgical loaves)\, symbolizing the participation of the faithful in prayerful remembrance. \nThe Panakhyda service itself includes psalms\, litanies\, hymns\, and petitions asking God to grant the departed: \n\nRest “in a place of light\, a place of green pasture\, a place of refreshment”\nForgiveness of sins\nEternal memory\n\nThis practice expresses the Church’s faith in the communion of saints. It does not imply that prayer alters divine justice or functions mechanically. Rather\, it affirms: \n\nThe real efficacy of prayer\nThe unity of the Church—living and departed\nThe hope of the Resurrection\n\nPrayer for the departed is an act of love\, mercy\, and solidarity. \nSpiritual and Pastoral Integration\nBoth the Akathist and Sorokoust Panakhyda are deeply integrated into parish life in the UGCC. \nThe Akathist: \n\nCultivates gratitude and praise\nStrengthens perseverance during Great Lent\nForms the faithful in scriptural meditation\n\nThe Sorokoust Panakhyda: \n\nNurtures compassion and remembrance\nConsoles grieving families\nProclaims the Church’s unbroken hope in eternal life\n\nTogether they reflect the full rhythm of Christian existence: \n\nPraise and repentance\nIntercession and remembrance\nStanding before God and accompanying one another in love\n\nThey remind us that the Church is never divided by death. In Christ\, the living and the departed remain united in prayer. \nConclusion\nThe Akathist and Sorokoust Panakhyda beautifully embody Eastern Catholic spirituality—liturgical\, communal\, scriptural\, and filled with hope. \nThrough the Akathist\, we stand before God in praise. \nThrough the Sorokoust Panakhyda\, we stand with love beside those who have gone before us. \nIn both\, the Church fulfills her mission: to glorify God\, to intercede for the world\, and to remember with mercy. \nThese traditions continue to nurture faith\, deepen devotion\, and strengthen the bonds of communion across generations—until all are gathered in the Kingdom where prayer becomes eternal praise. \n  \nАкафіст і Сорокоуст-Панахида в традиції Української Греко-Католицької Церкви\nУ духовному житті Української Греко-Католицької Церкви (УГКЦ) особливе місце займають богослужіння позадобового кола — ті молитовні практики\, які доповнюють Божественну Літургію та щоденний устав. Серед них особливо улюбленими є Акафіст і Сорокоуст-Панахида. \nЦі служби не є просто побожними звичаями. Вони виростають із Святого Письма\, передання Отців Церкви та багатовікової візантійської духовності\, виражаючи віру в сопричастя святих\, силу молитви та надію воскресіння. \nАкафіст — стояча пісня хвали\nСлово «акафіст» походить від грецького akathistos — «несидячий»\, тобто такий\, під час якого не сидять. Вірні стоять упродовж усього співу як знак пошани\, чування і готовності слухати Боже слово. \nКласичний Акафіст має чітку поетично-богословську структуру: \n\nскладається з 12 пісень;\nкожна пісня містить кондак (коротке тематичне проголошення\, яке завершується «Алилуя») та ікос (розгорнуте поетичне роздумування);\nзагалом утворює 24 строфи\, часто вибудувані у формі акростиха;\nперший кондак та ікос повторюються наприкінці.\n\nНайдавніший і найвідоміший — Акафіст до Пресвятої Богородиці\, але в нашій традиції існують також акафісти до Господа Ісуса Христа\, до Святого Духа\, до святих угодників Божих. \nАкафіст є: \n\nмолитвою хвали;\nглибокою богословською катехизою;\nпрохальною молитвою у потребах;\nспособом особистого і спільнотного духовного відновлення.\n\nОсобливо часто Акафісти служаться у часі Великого Посту\, коли Церква закликає до покаяння\, зосередженості та внутрішнього очищення. Стоячи в молитві\, ми засвідчуємо\, що вся наша істота звернена до Бога. \nПанахида і Сорокоуст — молитва любові за померлих\nСлово «панахида» походить від грецького pannychis — «всенічне чування». У перших століттях християни збиралися на нічну молитву за упокій померлих\, очікуючи воскресіння. З часом ця традиція сформувалася в окремий поминальний чин. \nПанахида — це богослужіння за упокій\, яке включає псалми\, єктенії та молитви з проханням до Бога дарувати спочилим: \n\nмісце світле\,\nмісце квітуче\,\nмісце спокою\,\nде немає ні болю\, ні печалі\, ні зітхання.\n\nСорокоуст — це особлива форма поминання\, що походить від слів сорок і уст («сорок уст»). Цей образ означає сорокразове літургійне поминання\, коли протягом сорока днів Церква посилено молиться за новопреставленого або за інших померлих. \nЧисло сорок має глибоке біблійне значення: \n\nсорок днів Мойсей перебував на горі;\nсорок років Ізраїль ішов пустелею;\nсорок днів Христос постив у пустелі;\nсорок днів між Воскресінням і Вознесінням.\n\nСорокоуст виражає не механічність обряду\, а постійну\, наполегливу любов Церкви. Часто з поминанням пов’язане принесення просфор\, що символізує участь вірних у спільній молитві. \nМолитва за померлих — це: \n\nвияв милосердя;\nсвідчення віри у воскресіння;\nпрояв сопричастя живих і спочилих у Христі.\n\nЦерква вчить\, що наша молитва є дієвою\, бо всі ми — члени одного Тіла Христового. \nЄдність хвали і пам’яті\nАкафіст і Сорокоуст-Панахида\, хоч різні за змістом\, внутрішньо пов’язані. \nАкафіст підносить наші серця до Бога в радості й довірі. \nПанахида навчає нас любові\, пам’яті та надії. \nОдин виражає стояння перед Богом у хвалінні. \nІнший — стояння поруч із тими\, хто відійшов у вічність. \nОбидва богослужіння формують духовну зрілість парафії: \n\nвчать вдячності;\nвиховують милосердя;\nзміцнюють надію;\nнагадують про вічну перспективу життя.\n\nЗавершення\nУ традиції УГКЦ Акафіст і Сорокоуст-Панахида залишаються живими проявами віри\, що поєднує богослов’я і молитву\, пам’ять і надію. \nЧерез Акафіст ми прославляємо Бога. \nЧерез Панахиду ми з любов’ю пам’ятаємо наших спочилих. \nІ в обох випадках Церква свідчить: смерть не розриває єдності у Христі. Бо Той\, Хто воскрес\, є Господом живих і мертвих\, і в Ньому молитва стає дорогою до вічного життя.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/akafist-with-sorokousty-700-p-m-2/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Dr. Turner Lodge Canceled this week due to outbreak
DESCRIPTION:Divine Liturgy at Dr. Turner Lodge \nJoin us at Dr. Turner Lodge for the Divine Liturgy\, a cherished opportunity for seniors to gather in prayer and reflect on their faith. This special service in the Ukrainian Catholic tradition brings spiritual comfort\, community\, and a sense of peace to all who attend. \nResidents\, families\, and friends are warmly invited to participate and share in this uplifting experience of worship and fellowship.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/dr-turner-lodge-8/
LOCATION:Retirement home in Fort Saskatchewan\, 9422 94 Ave\, Fort Saskatchewan\,\, Alberta\, T8L 0T7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Social Drop-in event every Friday from 10 AM to 12:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please come to SOCIAL DROP-IN every Friday from 10:00 AM to noon in the church basement. It is a great chance to socialize and engage in any activities you choose. If you would like to come and need a ride\, please contact Barb 780 722 3537. EVERYBODY WELCOME! \n \nБудь ласка\, приходьте на SOCIAL DROP-IN  –  захід суспільного спілкування що п’ятниці з 10:00 до 12:00 у підвалі церкви. Це чудова нагода поспілкуватися та взяти участь у будь-яких заходах на ваш вибір. Якщо ви хочете прийти і вам потрібна допомога\, будь ласка\, зв’яжіться з Барб за номером 780 722 3537. ЛАСКАВО ПРОСИМО ВСІХ!\n  \n☕ Ви новоприбулі в Канаді? Запрошуємо вас!\nПочинаючи з лютого\, парафія Святого Миколая щиро запрошує новоприбулі українські родини на п’ятничні зустрічі-спілкування з 10:00 до 12:00 у підвалі церкви. \nМи знаємо\, що ваше життя зараз дуже насичене: нова країна\, робота\, школа\, документи… Це може бути стресово. Але навіть кілька годин у теплому товаристві допоможуть вам відпочити душею та відчути себе як удома. \nПриходьте на каву та дружню розмову.Приходьте знайомитися.Приходьте поділитися своєю історією — або просто побути серед своїх. \nНе обов’язково бути членом парафії. Нічого не потрібно приносити. Просто приходьте такими\, як ви є. \nМожливо\, ви зможете навчити нас якоїсь улюбленої української гри\, вправ чи традиції\, які ви практикували вдома — нам буде дуже приємно вчитися разом! \nЗа потреби можемо організувати доїзд. \nДля довідок телефонуйте:Barb Olynyk – 780-722-3537 \nЩиро раді будемо вас бачити!
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/social-drop-in-event-every-friday-from-10-am-to-1200-pm/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts & Panahyda @ 6 PM
DESCRIPTION:The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts with Panahyda\nHistory\, Theology\, and Liturgical Integrity in the Byzantine Tradition\nIntroduction\nCommonly called the “Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts\,” the proper liturgical title is the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts (Greek: Ἡ Λειτουργία τῶν Προηγιασμένων Δώρων). It is not a full Eucharistic Divine Liturgy\, because it contains no Anaphora and no consecration. Rather\, it is a vesperal communion service in which the faithful receive the Holy Gifts consecrated previously at the Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom or St. Basil the Great. \nWhen celebrated together with a Panahyda (memorial service for the departed)\, this Lenten rite expresses in a profound way the Church’s communion in Christ — uniting repentance\, Eucharistic participation\, and intercession for the dead. \nI. Historical Origins of the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts\n1. Early Monastic Roots\nThe Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts did not arise as a separate Eucharistic rite\, nor does it claim apostolic origin in a direct textual sense. Its development is most clearly linked to early monastic practice\, particularly in Palestinian communities such as the Lavra of St. Sabas. \nMonks living under strict ascetical discipline refrained from celebrating the full Eucharistic sacrifice on the weekdays of Great Lent. Yet they desired frequent Holy Communion. The solution was the reception of Gifts consecrated on the previous Sunday. \nThis practice — sometimes described in scholarship as auto-eucharistic monastic usage — gradually developed into a structured liturgical form. \n2. Conciliar Regulation\nThe most significant early canonical witness is the Council in Trullo\, which in Canon 52 forbade the celebration of the full Eucharistic Liturgy on Lenten weekdays (except on the Feast of the Annunciation). This presupposes the established use of the Presanctified Gifts as the normative Lenten weekday service. \nBy the 7th century\, the rite was clearly in use. In the 8th–9th centuries\, the Studite reform in Constantinople further organized its rubrics. \n3. Traditional Association with Gregory the Great\nLater Slavonic manuscripts (15th–16th centuries) associate the rite with Gregory the Great (St. Gregory Dialogos). However\, the earliest Greek sources do not attribute authorship to him. \nThus\, while traditionally connected with his name in some liturgical books\, modern scholarship recognizes that the rite’s origins are more accurately traced to Palestinian monasticism and later Constantinopolitan codification. \nII. Why It Is Not a Full Divine Liturgy\nThe terminology requires precision. \nIn Byzantine theology\, a Divine Liturgy includes: \n\nThe Anaphora (Eucharistic Prayer)\nThe epiclesis\nThe consecration of bread and wine\n\nThe Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts includes none of these. The Holy Gifts are already consecrated. \nFor this reason\, it is most accurate to describe it as: \nA Liturgy of Communion within the structure of Vespers. \nPastoral usage in Slavic lands often retains the phrase “Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts\,” but theologically it remains a communion service rather than a Eucharistic sacrifice. \nThis distinction safeguards clarity regarding: \n\nThe uniqueness of Eucharistic consecration\nThe sacrificial character of the full Divine Liturgy\n\nIII. Spiritual and Liturgical Character\nThe service reflects the ascetical ethos of Great Lent: \n\nNo festal tone\nFrequent prostrations\nPenitential psalmody\nExtended silent reverence\n\nThe solemn transfer of the Presanctified Gifts during the Great Entrance is accompanied by profound prostrations and adoration\, emphasizing that Christ is truly present\, even though no new consecration occurs. \nThe absence of the Anaphora underscores that Lent is not a season of liturgical triumph\, but of interior purification. \nIV. The Panahyda: Vigil Prayer for the Departed\n1. Etymology and Early Christian Practice\nThe term Panahyda (Ukrainian: панахида) derives from the Greek word παννυχίς (pannychis)\, meaning “all-night vigil.” \nIn the early Church\, Christians gathered for nocturnal prayer on behalf of the departed. Over time\, these vigils developed into structured memorial services\, retaining the theology of hopeful intercession. \nThus\, Panahyda does not derive from panēgyris (“festival assembly”)\, but from the vigil tradition of prayer through the night. \n2. Theology of Prayer for the Departed\nThe Panahyda expresses: \n\nThe communion of saints\nHope in the resurrection\nTrust in divine mercy\n\nThe Church does not attempt to “alter” divine judgment but entrusts the departed to God’s mercy\, praying that they may rest: \n“Where there is no pain\, no sorrow\, no mourning\, but life everlasting.” \nThe eschatological hope expressed in these prayers finds theological resonance in the writings of the Cappadocian Fathers\, including Gregory of Nyssa\, whose anthropology and resurrection theology illuminate the Church’s confidence that death is not annihilation but transformation in Christ. \nV. The Combined Celebration in Great Lent\nWhen the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts is celebrated together with a Panahyda\, several theological dimensions converge: \n\nRepentance — The living seek purification.\nCommunion — The faithful receive Christ\, the Bread of Life.\nIntercession — The Church prays for those who have fallen asleep.\n\nThis combination is liturgically coherent within Byzantine tradition\, especially during Lent\, when reflection on mortality and final judgment intensifies. \nThe unity is deeply theological: \n\nChrist\, whom we receive in Holy Communion\, is the Conqueror of death.\nThe departed are remembered not in despair\, but in Paschal hope.\n\nVI. Patristic and Liturgical Foundations\nThe theology of the Presanctified Liturgy and Panahyda resonates with the ascetical and Eucharistic teachings of: \n\nJohn Chrysostom\, who emphasizes repentance and worthy reception of Communion.\nBasil the Great\, whose Lenten theology integrates fasting\, mercy\, and Eucharistic participation.\n\nWhile these Fathers do not describe the rite in its later developed form\, their theology forms its spiritual foundation. \nVII. Liturgical Theology in Summary\nThe Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts teaches: \n\nThe Eucharist is not routine\, but sacred and solemn.\nCommunion requires repentance and preparation.\nLent is a journey toward Pascha.\n\nThe Panahyda teaches: \n\nDeath does not sever communion in Christ.\nThe Church prays as one body — militant\, suffering\, and triumphant.\nResurrection hope defines Christian mourning.\n\nTogether\, they express the Byzantine vision of salvation: \nA Church fasting\, praying\, remembering\, communing — and walking toward the empty tomb. \nConclusion\nThe Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts\, emerging from early monastic practice and regulated by the Council in Trullo (692)\, stands as one of the most profound expressions of Lenten spirituality in the Byzantine tradition. When joined with the Panahyda — rooted in the ancient vigil (pannychis) for the departed — it becomes a unified proclamation of repentance and resurrection. \nIn receiving the Presanctified Christ and praying for the faithful departed\, the Church stands between memory and hope\, between mortality and Pascha\, confessing that: \nChrist is the Life of the living and the Resurrection of the dead.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/the-liturgy-of-the-presanctified-gifts-panahyda-7-pm-2/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:All Souls Saturday\, Divine liturgy and Panahyda @10:00 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:All Souls Saturday — What Is It and Why Do We Keep It?\nAll Souls Saturday (often called a Soul Saturday or Saturday of the Departed) is a day of prayer for all the faithful departed. \nOn this day\, the Church: \n\n\noffers the Divine Liturgy (or Requiem Mass in the Latin tradition) for those who have died \n\n\nserves Panakhyda\, the memorial service for the departed \n\n\nprays especially for those who have no one to pray for them \n\n\nentrusts the departed to God’s mercy\, light\, and resurrection \n\n\nThis day is not about fear or judgment.It is about love\, remembrance\, and hope\, rooted in the communion of saints and the Church’s faith that our prayers truly help the departed. \n\n“Memory eternal” is not nostalgia.It is a prayer that the departed live eternally in God. \n\n\n📜 How did this practice begin?\n1. Biblical roots\nFrom the very beginning\, God’s people prayed for the dead\, recognizing that this is a holy and wholesome act rooted in faith in the resurrection. \nScripture tells us: \n\n“It was a holy and pious thought to pray for the dead\, that they might be delivered from their sin.”(2 Maccabees 12:44–45) \n\nSt. Paul also prays for Onesiphorus\, entrusting him to God’s mercy “on that day” (2 Timothy 1:16–18). The early Church continued this practice naturally\, offering prayers and the Eucharist for those who had fallen asleep in the Lord. \n\n2. Early Christian and Byzantine practice\nBy the 4th and 5th centuries\, Christians: \n\n\noffered the Eucharist for the dead \n\n\ngathered at graves \n\n\nkept lists of names (diptychs) to be commemorated during the Divine Liturgy \n\n\nIn the Byzantine tradition (including Eastern Catholic Churches)\, these practices developed into fixed liturgical days of universal commemoration\, not merely private devotions. One of the most important of these is Meatfare Saturday. \n\n🗓️ Why is it celebrated on a Saturday?\nThis is deeply theological. \nSaturday is the day when Christ rested in the tomb\, the day between death and resurrection—a time of quiet hope. \nIn Byzantine theology: \n\n\nSunday is the day of the Resurrection \n\n\nSaturday is the day of those who await the resurrection \n\n\nBecause Christ rested in the grave on Holy Saturday\, Saturday became the Church’s traditional day for commemorating the dead\, who now await the final resurrection. \nThat is why: \n\n\nPanakhyda is traditionally served on Saturdays \n\n\nmemorial services are usually not served on Sundays \n\n\nSaturday holds the tension between sorrow and hope—precisely where prayer for the departed belongs. \n\n🍖 Why before Meatfare Sunday?\nThis is intentional and deeply pastoral. \nMeatfare Sunday is the Sunday of the Last Judgment (Matthew 25:31–46) and the final Sunday before the Great Fast begins\, when meat is given up. \nBefore proclaiming the Gospel of judgment\, the Church does something profoundly merciful: \n👉 She gathers on the Saturday before to pray for the dead. \nThe sequence teaches us: \n\n\nWe pray for mercy before hearing about judgment \n\n\nWe will be judged together\, not alone \n\n\nSalvation is communal\, lived within the communion of saints \n\n\nMercy always precedes judgment \n\n\n\n🕊️ The deeper spiritual meaning\nAll Souls Saturday proclaims that: \n\n\nthe dead are not forgotten \n\n\ndeath does not break communion \n\n\nthe Church is one Body in three states: \n\n\nthe faithful on earth \n\n\nthose being purified \n\n\nthe saints in glory \n\n\n\n\nOn this day\, all three are united in prayer\, especially through the Holy Eucharist. \n\n✝️ Why Panakhyda on this day?\nPanakhyda means “all-night vigil\,” even when served briefly. \nIts prayers ask God to grant the departed: \n\n\nrest where “there is no sorrow\, no sighing” \n\n\nforgiveness of sins \n\n\neternal memory in the light of God’s Kingdom \n\n\nIt expresses the Church’s constant faith that the souls of the departed are helped by the prayers of the faithful\, above all by the Holy Eucharist. \n\n🧡 In simple words\n\n“Before we hear about the Last Judgment on Meatfare Sunday\, the Church gathers us on Saturday to pray—not to judge\, but to love. We stand with our departed brothers and sisters and entrust them to God’s mercy\, because no one stands before God alone.”
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/all-souls-saturday-divine-liturgy-and-panahyda-1000-a-m-3/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Youth Gathering at St. Nicholas Parish\, Friday\, March 7 at 6:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:                                                                                         \n  \nЗустріч молоді на парафії св. Миколая відбудеться у п’ятницю\, 7 березня\, о 18:00. Запрошуємо молодь віком 13–18 років на зустріч з темою: «Навіщо я тут і чи потрібна мені Церква?». Програма включає коротку молитву\, презентацію та діалогове обговорення\, а також неформальне спілкування з піцою та напоями. Зустріч (ймовірно) проходитиме українською мовою. Головний організатор — семінарист Марко Коваль. Заохочуємо підлітків запрошувати своїх друзів\, а парафію — підтримати цю ініціативу. \n  \nYouth Gathering at St. Nicholas Parish will take place on Friday\, March 7 at 6:00 PM. Youth ages 13–18 are invited to a gathering on the theme “Why am I here\, and do I need the Church?”. The evening will include a short prayer\, a presentation with open dialogue\, and a relaxed time with pizza and drinks. The meeting will be held most likely in Ukrainian. Main organizer: seminarian Marko Koval. Youth are encouraged to invite friends\, and parishioners are invited to support this initiative.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/%d0%b7%d1%83%d1%81%d1%82%d1%80%d1%96%d1%87-%d0%bc%d0%be%d0%bb%d0%be%d0%b4%d1%96-%d0%bd%d0%b0-%d0%bf%d0%b0%d1%80%d0%b0%d1%84%d1%96%d1%97-%d1%81%d0%b2-%d0%bc%d0%b8%d0%ba%d0%be%d0%bb%d0%b0%d1%8f-%d1%83/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Rosary Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\nAs we gather in faith\, we invite you to participate in our Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, a special opportunity to prepare our hearts and minds for worship. This sacred time of prayer is open to all\, providing a space for reflection\, devotion\, and community connection. \nA Sacred Tradition \nThe rosary is a powerful form of prayer that has been cherished in the Catholic tradition for centuries. By praying the rosary\, we meditate on the life of Jesus Christ and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This beautiful devotion helps us deepen our relationship with God\, fostering a sense of peace and spiritual clarity. In our parish\, we honour this tradition by offering a communal rosary prayer before each Divine Liturgy. \nPreparing for Worship \nThe Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy serves as an essential preparation for the liturgical celebration that follows. As we come together to pray\, we create an atmosphere of reverence and unity within our community. Each bead of the rosary represents a moment of contemplation\, allowing us to reflect on the mysteries of faith and the love of God. \nThis time of prayer is not only a personal journey but also a collective experience that strengthens our bonds as a parish community. We encourage everyone to participate\, whether you are a long-time member of our parish or a newcomer seeking a deeper understanding of our faith. \nPraying for Peace and Guidance \nDuring the rosary\, we lift our intentions to God\, praying for our families\, our communities\, and those in need of comfort and healing. In particular\, we focus our prayers on peace in our world\, seeking divine intervention in times of conflict and unrest. As we pray\, we remember those suffering from the challenges in Ukraine and around the globe\, placing our trust in God’s grace and mercy. \nThe act of praying the rosary invites us to pause and reflect on the blessings in our lives while acknowledging the struggles we face. Together\, we ask for strength and guidance\, fostering a spirit of hope that transcends our individual experiences. \nA Welcoming Community \nWe invite all members of our parish and newcomers alike to join us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy. This gathering is open to everyone\, regardless of your familiarity with the rosary or your level of faith. Our community is built on love\, support\, and shared spiritual growth\, making it a welcoming place for all. \nThe Power of Collective Prayer \nThe Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy exemplifies the power of collective prayer. When we come together to pray\, we create a ripple effect of positive energy that can bring about transformation in our lives and the lives of those around us. Each prayer offered is a testament to our faith and commitment to supporting one another on our spiritual journeys. \nJoin Us for This Special Occasion \nWe warmly welcome you to participate in this special occasion of faith and community. As we gather for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, let us open our hearts to the grace of God and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Your presence enriches our community and strengthens our collective prayers. \nTogether\, let us embark on this sacred journey\, seeking peace\, guidance\, and unity through our devotion. Whether you are a mother praying for your children\, a friend supporting a loved one\, or someone simply seeking solace\, we invite you to be part of this meaningful experience. \nJoin us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, where we come together in prayer\, love\, and faith. Let us unite our hearts in supplication and thanksgiving as we prepare to celebrate the Divine Liturgy and the blessings of our faith.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/rosary/2026-03-08/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Divine Liturgy
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton\nJoin us every Sunday at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton for the Divine Liturgy\, a cornerstone of our faith and community. Our bilingual service at 10:00 AM\, conducted in both English and Ukrainian\, ensures that everyone feels welcome and can participate in the spiritual celebration. This sacred gathering offers an opportunity for all to connect with God\, deepen faith\, and join in prayer with our Ukrainian church community. \nWhy Attend the Sunday Divine Liturgy?\nSunday holds special significance for Christians worldwide as a day to commemorate the resurrection of Christ. At St. Nicholas in Edmonton\, the Divine Liturgy is a time for personal reflection\, community worship\, and strengthening our spiritual bond. It’s an essential part of the Ukrainian Catholic Church tradition\, where individuals\, families\, and newcomers come together in faith. \nBy attending the Divine Liturgy on Sundays\, you will not only participate in the Holy Eucharist but also experience the communal strength of our Ukrainian church. We welcome all—longtime parishioners and first-time visitors alike—to celebrate\, learn\, and grow in the Catholic faith. \nStructure of the Divine Liturgy\nOur Sunday Divine Liturgy follows the traditional structure of the Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom and includes: \n\nOpening Hymn: A hymn to start the service\, filled with joy and reverence.\nGreeting by the Parish Priest: Welcoming the congregation\, reinforcing our shared faith and commitment to the community.\nLiturgy of the Word: Including the Epistle reading\, Gospel reading\, and a homily that reflects on the teachings of the Scriptures and applies them to everyday life.\nLiturgy of the Eucharist: Preparation and participation in the Sacrament of Holy Communion\, the heart of the Divine Liturgy.\nReception of the Eucharist: A moment of unity as we partake in the Holy Communion together.\nLiturgy of Thanksgiving: Giving thanks for the blessings we have received through the sacrament.\nClosing Hymn: Ending the service with another hymn\, sending the congregation forth in peace and joy.\n\nA Welcoming Bilingual Service\nAt St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton\, we proudly offer a bilingual Divine Liturgy\, celebrating both English and Ukrainian languages. This inclusive approach allows our community\, rooted in both traditions\, to worship together and feel connected regardless of language. Families\, individuals\, and newcomers from all walks of life are welcome to join and experience this beautiful expression of faith in our Ukrainian Catholic Church. \nWhy Join Us?\nWhether you’re a longstanding member or visiting for the first time\, attending the Divine Liturgy offers spiritual nourishment and a chance to engage with a supportive parish community. Our Edmonton parish provides a warm and inviting atmosphere\, making it a perfect place for individuals and families to grow in faith. \nThe Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton is an essential part of our spiritual life. Join us to connect with God\, participate in the Sacrament of Holy Communion\, and unite with fellow parishioners in faith. We look forward to welcoming you into our Ukrainian church community and growing together in Christ’s love.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/divine-liturgy-3/2026-03-08/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260308T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260308T140000
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SUMMARY:AGM - Загальні Річні Збори парафії
DESCRIPTION:Що таке парафіяльні Загальні Річні Збори (AGM)?\nAGM — це Загальні Річні Збори парафії. \nПростими словами — це щорічна зустріч нашої парафіяльної родини\, де ми разом підсумовуємо прожитий рік і говоримо про майбутнє. \nЦе не богослужіння\, але це важлива частина життя парафії\, бо Церква — це не тільки священник\, а всі ми разом. \n\nДля чого це потрібно?\nВ Україні багато хто звик\, що: \n\n\n«Отець вирішить» \n\n\n«Парафія — це справа священника» \n\n\n«Головне — прийти на Літургію» \n\n\nУ Канаді парафія діє трохи інакше.Тут миряни мають більшу відповідальність і участь у житті громади. \nAGM потрібне для: \n\n\nпрозорості \n\n\nдовіри \n\n\nвідповідальності \n\n\nспільного планування \n\n\n\nЩо відбувається на цих зборах?\n1. Молитва\nВсе починається з молитви\, бо навіть адміністративні питання — це частина Божої справи. \n2. Звіт про рік\nСвященник та парафіяльна рада розповідають: \n\n\nщо було зроблено \n\n\nякі ініціативи відбулися \n\n\nякі труднощі пережили \n\n\nякі плани маємо \n\n\n3. Фінансовий звіт\nЦе дуже важлива частина. \nПарафіяни бачать: \n\n\nскільки пожертв зібрано \n\n\nна що витрачено кошти \n\n\nчи є борги \n\n\nякі ремонти чи проєкти плануються \n\n\nЦе створює довіру та порядок. \n4. Вибори (якщо передбачено)\nОбираються члени парафіяльної ради або комітетів. \nЦе означає\, що парафіяни реально впливають на життя громади. \n5. Запитання і пропозиції\nКожен може: \n\n\nпоставити запитання \n\n\nвисловити думку \n\n\nзапропонувати ідею \n\n\n\nЯкий досвід отримує парафіянин?\n🔹 Відчуття\, що це «наша» парафія\nНе «отцева»\, не «чиїсь»\, а наша спільна відповідальність. \n🔹 Розуміння\, як функціонує Церква в Канаді\nОсобливо важливо для новоприбулих родин. \n🔹 Зростання у відповідальності\nБути парафіянином — це не лише: \n\n\nприйти \n\n\nпоставити свічку \n\n\nпіти \n\n\nЦе означає: \n\n\nпідтримувати \n\n\nдопомагати \n\n\nцікавитися \n\n\nбрати участь \n\n\n🔹 Можливість послужити\nІноді саме на AGM люди вперше: \n\n\nзголошуються до служіння \n\n\nвступають до ради \n\n\nпочинають допомагати \n\n\n\nХто повинен приходити?\n✅ Зареєстровані парафіяни✅ Дорослі члени громади✅ Ті\, хто жертвує на парафію✅ Нові родини\, які хочуть зрозуміти\, як тут усе працює \nЦе особливо важливо для: \n\n\nчоловіків і жінок середнього віку \n\n\nмолодих сімей \n\n\nтих\, хто хоче\, щоб парафія розвивалася \n\n\n\nЧому це важливо для українців?\nМи народ\, який пережив: \n\n\nруйнування храмів \n\n\nпереслідування \n\n\nвимушену еміграцію \n\n\nТепер\, коли маємо можливість вільно будувати громаду —ми повинні це робити свідомо. \nAGM — це спосіб: \n\nне просто «ходити до церкви»\,а бути живою частиною Церкви. \n\n\nКоротко можна сказати так:\nAGM — це родинна рада нашої парафії\,де ми разом: \n\n\nдякуємо за минулий рік \n\n\nберемо відповідальність \n\n\nплануємо майбутнє \n\n\nЦе знак зрілої громади.
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LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260309T180000
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SUMMARY:Хресна Дорога i Парастас
DESCRIPTION:**Що таке Хресна Дорога (Хресна Дорога Ісуса Христа)?\n«Хресна Дорога» — це молитва\, яка веде нас разом з Ісусом до Голгофи** \nХресна Дорога (у багатьох наших церквах її називають Хрестопоклонна Дорога) — це молитовна практика\, в якій ми роздумуємо про шлях Ісуса Христа від Його осуду до розп’яття та поховання. Це шлях\, який Ісус пройшов заради нашого спасіння ‒ заради кожного з нас. \nЦя молитва допомагає нам співпереживати з Христом Його страждання\, і водночас усвідомити\, що кожна людська боротьба\, кожна хвороба\, кожний біль має сенс у світлі Божої любові. \n\n🕊 Що саме відбувається під час Хресної Дороги?\nПід час молитовної Хресної Дороги люди разом із священиком або у своїх сім’ях духовно «їдуть» шляхом Ісуса\, зупиняючись на певних становищах (стаціях) й роздумуючи: \n\n\nІсус засуджений на смерть \n\n\nІсус несе свій хрест…(загалом 14 таких зупинок)… \n\n\nІсуса кладуть у гроб… \n\n\nНа кожній зупинці читається коротка молитва або роздум. Ці стояння допомагають нам подумати про те\, що переживав Христос\, і як Його любов торкається нашого життя. \n\n💛 Чому ми молимо Хресну Дорогу?\n\n\nЩоб зіставити свій життєвий шлях з дорогами Ісуса \n\n\nЩоб навчитися нести власний хрест із вірою і надією \n\n\nЩоб пригадати\, що Ісус приймає наш біль і дає нам силу іти далі \n\n\nЩоб підготувати серце до Великодня (Пасхи) — дня перемоги над смертю і гріхом \n\n\nЦя молитва дуже близька до серця кожного\, бо кожен з нас має свої «хрести» — труднощі\, переживання\, втрати. І Христос йде поруч із нами\, навіть коли дорога важка. \n\n**Що таке Парастас (Велика Панахида)?\nПарастас — це молитва за душі померлих\, якої навчає нас Христова любов** \nПарастас (також називають Велика Панахида) — це особлива молитва\, яку звершує Церква за усіх наших дорогих\, які уже покинули цей світ. \nСлово парастас походить від грецького і означає «стояти поруч» — стояти поруч у молитві за наших рідних\, які заснули в Господі. \n\n🕯 Коли звершується Парастас у нашій Церкві?\nПарастас служиться: \n\n\nУ п’ятницю ввечері перед Суботами поминання \n\n\nНа річниці смерті рідної людини \n\n\nНа особливі дні пам’яті усіх померлих \n\n\nІноді після Божественної Літургії у намірі за спочилих наших рідних \n\n\nТакож у нашій традиції кожна субота є днем молитви за померлих\, бо вона нагадує про очікування Воскресіння Христового ‒ так само\, як Христос провів час у гробі до Пасхи. \n\n🙏 Що відбувається під час Парастасу?\nПарастас — це не похорон\, а молитва Церкви за душі померлих. Під час цієї служби: \n\n\nзвучить свята молитва й псалми \n\n\nзгадуються імена тих\, хто відійшов \n\n\nпроситься в Бога милість і спочинок для їхніх душ \n\n\nлунає свята пісня «Вічная пам’ять» — у наших серцях і словах це прохання\, щоби Господь пам’ятав їх у Царстві Божому \n\n\nЦе — молитва любові та надії: ми не забуваємо наших рідних\, а довіряємо їх Богу\, Який є джерелом вічного життя. \n\n✨ Що є в обох цих молитвах спільного?\nІ Хресна Дорога\, і Парастас ведуть нас до одної великої християнської істини — Воскресіння Ісуса Христа і перемоги над смертю: \n\n\nХресна Дорога показує нам шлях Ісуса до смерті заради спасіння \n\n\nПарастас показує нам\, що смерть не є кінцем\, і ми молимося за тих\, хто чекає остаточного воскресіння \n\n\nЦі молитви вчать нас:\n❤️ що поруч із нами є Христос у радості й у скорботі\,❤️ що любов не припиняється навіть після смерті\,❤️ що воскресіння — це наша надія і наша втіха. \n\n✝️ На завершення\nЦі молитви — не просто текст у книзі чи обряд у храмі. Це запрошення жити глибше вірою: \n\n\nіти з Христом дорогою\, що веде до нового життя\, \n\n\nпам’ятати тих\, кого любили\, \n\n\nі жити надією перемоги життя над смертю.
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LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Divine Liturgy at St. Isidore School
DESCRIPTION:Experience Divine Liturgy at St. Isidore School\nJoin us for the Divine Liturgy at St. Isidore School\, a cherished occasion for our community to come together in faith and worship. The Divine Liturgy is the heart of our spiritual life in the Ukrainian Catholic tradition\, a sacred service where we celebrate the presence of Christ in our lives and among our community. \nWhat is the Divine Liturgy?\nThe Divine Liturgy is more than just a church service; it is the central act of Christian worship where the Eucharist is celebrated. During this sacred rite\, we come together to participate in the life-giving mystery of Christ’s body and blood. It is a time for prayer\, reflection\, and community bonding as we express our faith through the rituals and traditions that have been passed down through generations. \nAt St. Isidore School\, we strive to create a welcoming environment for all attendees\, whether you are a regular member of our parish or visiting for the first time. The Divine Liturgy provides an opportunity for everyone to deepen their relationship with God and to experience the warmth and unity of our faith community. \nExperience the beauty of the Divine Liturgy as we come together in worship\, prayer\, and community. Your presence enriches our collective faith journey\, and we look forward to sharing this sacred experience with you. \nThe Divine Liturgy at St. Isidore School is a cornerstone of our community’s spiritual life\, offering a time for worship\, reflection\, and fellowship. Join us as we gather to celebrate our faith\, support one another\, and seek the guidance of God in our lives.
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LOCATION:Holy Spirit Catholic Elementary School\, 151 Crimson Dr\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 2R2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260311T193000
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SUMMARY:Akafist with Sorokousty @ 7:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Akathist (Akafist) and Sorokoust Panakhyda in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church\nWithin the living spiritual tradition of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC)\, the Akathist (Akafist) and the Sorokoust Panakhyda are cherished expressions of praise\, intercession\, and loving remembrance. Deeply rooted in Scripture\, the Fathers of the Church\, and Byzantine liturgical life\, these devotions reflect authentic Eastern Christian piety fully harmonious with Catholic doctrine on the communion of saints\, prayer for the living and the departed\, and the hope of the Resurrection. \nThey are not merely customs\, but living acts of faith through which the Church prays\, praises\, and remembers. \nThe Akathist (Akafist): A Hymn of Standing Praise\nThe word Akathist comes from the Greek akathistos\, meaning “not sitting.” The faithful traditionally remain standing throughout the service as a sign of reverence and attentiveness before God. \nThe classical Akathist is composed of: \n\n12 songs\, each consisting of a kontakion (a thematic proclamation ending in “Alleluia”) and an oikos (a poetic meditation or expansion).\nTogether these form 24 strophes\, arranged in an acrostic pattern according to the Greek alphabet.\nThe first kontakion and oikos are repeated at the conclusion\, giving the hymn its distinctive liturgical structure.\n\nWhile often summarized as “24 stanzas\,” the fuller structure reveals its theological richness and poetic beauty. \nTraditionally\, Akathists are offered in honor of: \n\nOur Lord Jesus Christ\nThe Most Holy Theotokos\nThe saints\n\nThey may be prayed communally in church or privately at home. In many parishes\, Akathists are especially beloved during Great Lent\, when the penitential rhythm of the season invites deeper contemplation and praise. \nThe Church recognizes the Akathist as a theological and literary masterpiece. Its scriptural imagery\, patristic depth\, and Christ-centered focus make it both catechetical and devotional. Through it\, the faithful: \n\nPraise God’s saving work\nSeek intercession in times of need\nStrengthen hope in trials\nEnter more deeply into the mystery of salvation\n\nStanding in prayer becomes an outward expression of inward reverence. \nSorokoust Panakhyda: Forty Days of Loving Remembrance\nThe Panakhyda is the traditional memorial service for the departed in the Byzantine tradition. The word derives from the Greek pannychis\, meaning “all-night vigil\,” reflecting its origin in early Christian prayer services that kept watch in hope of the Resurrection. \nThe Sorokoust is a specific and intensified form of remembrance. \nThe word comes from the Slavic sorok (“forty”) and ust (“mouths”)\, meaning “forty mouths.” It refers to the offering of memorial prayers—traditionally forty liturgical commemorations—for the departed over a period of forty days. The image of “forty mouths” beautifully symbolizes the communal nature of intercession: the whole Church raising its voice together. \nThis forty-day cycle reflects biblical patterns of sacred time: \n\nForty days of mourning\nForty days of preparation\nForty days between Resurrection and Ascension\n\nOften the Sorokoust includes the offering of prosphora (liturgical loaves)\, symbolizing the participation of the faithful in prayerful remembrance. \nThe Panakhyda service itself includes psalms\, litanies\, hymns\, and petitions asking God to grant the departed: \n\nRest “in a place of light\, a place of green pasture\, a place of refreshment”\nForgiveness of sins\nEternal memory\n\nThis practice expresses the Church’s faith in the communion of saints. It does not imply that prayer alters divine justice or functions mechanically. Rather\, it affirms: \n\nThe real efficacy of prayer\nThe unity of the Church—living and departed\nThe hope of the Resurrection\n\nPrayer for the departed is an act of love\, mercy\, and solidarity. \nSpiritual and Pastoral Integration\nBoth the Akathist and Sorokoust Panakhyda are deeply integrated into parish life in the UGCC. \nThe Akathist: \n\nCultivates gratitude and praise\nStrengthens perseverance during Great Lent\nForms the faithful in scriptural meditation\n\nThe Sorokoust Panakhyda: \n\nNurtures compassion and remembrance\nConsoles grieving families\nProclaims the Church’s unbroken hope in eternal life\n\nTogether they reflect the full rhythm of Christian existence: \n\nPraise and repentance\nIntercession and remembrance\nStanding before God and accompanying one another in love\n\nThey remind us that the Church is never divided by death. In Christ\, the living and the departed remain united in prayer. \nConclusion\nThe Akathist and Sorokoust Panakhyda beautifully embody Eastern Catholic spirituality—liturgical\, communal\, scriptural\, and filled with hope. \nThrough the Akathist\, we stand before God in praise. \nThrough the Sorokoust Panakhyda\, we stand with love beside those who have gone before us. \nIn both\, the Church fulfills her mission: to glorify God\, to intercede for the world\, and to remember with mercy. \nThese traditions continue to nurture faith\, deepen devotion\, and strengthen the bonds of communion across generations—until all are gathered in the Kingdom where prayer becomes eternal praise. \n  \nАкафіст і Сорокоуст-Панахида в традиції Української Греко-Католицької Церкви\nУ духовному житті Української Греко-Католицької Церкви (УГКЦ) особливе місце займають богослужіння позадобового кола — ті молитовні практики\, які доповнюють Божественну Літургію та щоденний устав. Серед них особливо улюбленими є Акафіст і Сорокоуст-Панахида. \nЦі служби не є просто побожними звичаями. Вони виростають із Святого Письма\, передання Отців Церкви та багатовікової візантійської духовності\, виражаючи віру в сопричастя святих\, силу молитви та надію воскресіння. \nАкафіст — стояча пісня хвали\nСлово «акафіст» походить від грецького akathistos — «несидячий»\, тобто такий\, під час якого не сидять. Вірні стоять упродовж усього співу як знак пошани\, чування і готовності слухати Боже слово. \nКласичний Акафіст має чітку поетично-богословську структуру: \n\nскладається з 12 пісень;\nкожна пісня містить кондак (коротке тематичне проголошення\, яке завершується «Алилуя») та ікос (розгорнуте поетичне роздумування);\nзагалом утворює 24 строфи\, часто вибудувані у формі акростиха;\nперший кондак та ікос повторюються наприкінці.\n\nНайдавніший і найвідоміший — Акафіст до Пресвятої Богородиці\, але в нашій традиції існують також акафісти до Господа Ісуса Христа\, до Святого Духа\, до святих угодників Божих. \nАкафіст є: \n\nмолитвою хвали;\nглибокою богословською катехизою;\nпрохальною молитвою у потребах;\nспособом особистого і спільнотного духовного відновлення.\n\nОсобливо часто Акафісти служаться у часі Великого Посту\, коли Церква закликає до покаяння\, зосередженості та внутрішнього очищення. Стоячи в молитві\, ми засвідчуємо\, що вся наша істота звернена до Бога. \nПанахида і Сорокоуст — молитва любові за померлих\nСлово «панахида» походить від грецького pannychis — «всенічне чування». У перших століттях християни збиралися на нічну молитву за упокій померлих\, очікуючи воскресіння. З часом ця традиція сформувалася в окремий поминальний чин. \nПанахида — це богослужіння за упокій\, яке включає псалми\, єктенії та молитви з проханням до Бога дарувати спочилим: \n\nмісце світле\,\nмісце квітуче\,\nмісце спокою\,\nде немає ні болю\, ні печалі\, ні зітхання.\n\nСорокоуст — це особлива форма поминання\, що походить від слів сорок і уст («сорок уст»). Цей образ означає сорокразове літургійне поминання\, коли протягом сорока днів Церква посилено молиться за новопреставленого або за інших померлих. \nЧисло сорок має глибоке біблійне значення: \n\nсорок днів Мойсей перебував на горі;\nсорок років Ізраїль ішов пустелею;\nсорок днів Христос постив у пустелі;\nсорок днів між Воскресінням і Вознесінням.\n\nСорокоуст виражає не механічність обряду\, а постійну\, наполегливу любов Церкви. Часто з поминанням пов’язане принесення просфор\, що символізує участь вірних у спільній молитві. \nМолитва за померлих — це: \n\nвияв милосердя;\nсвідчення віри у воскресіння;\nпрояв сопричастя живих і спочилих у Христі.\n\nЦерква вчить\, що наша молитва є дієвою\, бо всі ми — члени одного Тіла Христового. \nЄдність хвали і пам’яті\nАкафіст і Сорокоуст-Панахида\, хоч різні за змістом\, внутрішньо пов’язані. \nАкафіст підносить наші серця до Бога в радості й довірі. \nПанахида навчає нас любові\, пам’яті та надії. \nОдин виражає стояння перед Богом у хвалінні. \nІнший — стояння поруч із тими\, хто відійшов у вічність. \nОбидва богослужіння формують духовну зрілість парафії: \n\nвчать вдячності;\nвиховують милосердя;\nзміцнюють надію;\nнагадують про вічну перспективу життя.\n\nЗавершення\nУ традиції УГКЦ Акафіст і Сорокоуст-Панахида залишаються живими проявами віри\, що поєднує богослов’я і молитву\, пам’ять і надію. \nЧерез Акафіст ми прославляємо Бога. \nЧерез Панахиду ми з любов’ю пам’ятаємо наших спочилих. \nІ в обох випадках Церква свідчить: смерть не розриває єдності у Христі. Бо Той\, Хто воскрес\, є Господом живих і мертвих\, і в Ньому молитва стає дорогою до вічного життя.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/akafist-with-sorokousty-700-p-m-3/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
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SUMMARY:Divine Liturgy at Southfort Bend Gardens Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Divine Liturgy at Southfort Bend Gardens Lodge: A Spiritual Gathering for Seniors\nJoin us for a special Divine Liturgy at Southfort Bend Gardens Lodge\, designed to uplift and bring together seniors in our community. This beautiful event offers an opportunity for residents and their families to participate in a cherished tradition of the Ukrainian Catholic Church\, fostering a sense of connection\, faith\, and community. \nA Meaningful Experience for Seniors\nThe Divine Liturgy at Southfort Bend Gardens Lodge provides a welcoming environment where seniors can engage in worship and spiritual reflection. As we gather in prayer\, we create a supportive atmosphere that enhances the well-being of our elderly parishioners. This gathering is especially meaningful for those who may find it challenging to attend regular services at the church due to mobility or health concerns. \nBuilding Community Among Seniors\nThe Divine Liturgy is more than just a religious service; it’s an opportunity for seniors to come together in faith and fellowship. Sharing this sacred experience strengthens the bonds of friendship and support among residents\, promoting mental and emotional well-being. \nAdditionally\, family members are encouraged to attend\, fostering intergenerational connections that enrich the lives of both seniors and their loved ones. \nThe Divine Liturgy at Southfort Bend Gardens Lodge provides an invaluable spiritual experience for seniors in our community. It serves as a reminder of God’s love\, offering hope and connection through faith. Join us for this enriching service as we gather in prayer\, support one another\, and strengthen our bonds as a community of faith. \n 
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/divine-liturgy-at-southfort-bend-gardens-lodge-7/
LOCATION:Senior’s Place\, 8802 Southfort Dr\, Fort Saskatchewan\, Alberta\, T8L 4R6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20260226T012116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T012116Z
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SUMMARY:Fort Saskatchewan Care Community - Service
DESCRIPTION:Fort Saskatchewan Care Community is a beautiful new supportive living community in a prime location in Fort Saskatchewan\, within walking distance to The SouthPoint Shopping Centre and many restaurants\, shops\, and activities. \nOur community is dedicated to the Eden Alternative model of care\, which promotes maximum independence\, choice\, and dignity for each resident and encourages the involvement of family\, neighbors\, and friends. Residents bring their own belongings including furniture\, and may keep their small pets in their suites. \nOpened in Fall 2023\, Fort Saskatchewan Care Community is modern and attractive\, and geared to residents’ comfort and enjoyment \nhttps://fortsaskatchewancarecommunity.com/ \n 
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/fort-saskatchewan-care-community-service-12/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20260203T081319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T225916Z
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SUMMARY:Social Drop-in event every Friday from 10 AM to 12:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please come to SOCIAL DROP-IN every Friday from 10:00 AM to noon in the church basement. It is a great chance to socialize and engage in any activities you choose. If you would like to come and need a ride\, please contact Barb 780 722 3537. EVERYBODY WELCOME! \n \nБудь ласка\, приходьте на SOCIAL DROP-IN  –  захід суспільного спілкування що п’ятниці з 10:00 до 12:00 у підвалі церкви. Це чудова нагода поспілкуватися та взяти участь у будь-яких заходах на ваш вибір. Якщо ви хочете прийти і вам потрібна допомога\, будь ласка\, зв’яжіться з Барб за номером 780 722 3537. ЛАСКАВО ПРОСИМО ВСІХ!\n  \n☕ Ви новоприбулі в Канаді? Запрошуємо вас!\nПочинаючи з лютого\, парафія Святого Миколая щиро запрошує новоприбулі українські родини на п’ятничні зустрічі-спілкування з 10:00 до 12:00 у підвалі церкви. \nМи знаємо\, що ваше життя зараз дуже насичене: нова країна\, робота\, школа\, документи… Це може бути стресово. Але навіть кілька годин у теплому товаристві допоможуть вам відпочити душею та відчути себе як удома. \nПриходьте на каву та дружню розмову.Приходьте знайомитися.Приходьте поділитися своєю історією — або просто побути серед своїх. \nНе обов’язково бути членом парафії. Нічого не потрібно приносити. Просто приходьте такими\, як ви є. \nМожливо\, ви зможете навчити нас якоїсь улюбленої української гри\, вправ чи традиції\, які ви практикували вдома — нам буде дуже приємно вчитися разом! \nЗа потреби можемо організувати доїзд. \nДля довідок телефонуйте:Barb Olynyk – 780-722-3537 \nЩиро раді будемо вас бачити!
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/social-drop-in-event-every-friday-from-10-am-to-1200-pm/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20260226T003713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T003713Z
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SUMMARY:The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts & Panahyda @ 7 PM
DESCRIPTION:The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts with Panahyda\nHistory\, Theology\, and Liturgical Integrity in the Byzantine Tradition\nIntroduction\nCommonly called the “Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts\,” the proper liturgical title is the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts (Greek: Ἡ Λειτουργία τῶν Προηγιασμένων Δώρων). It is not a full Eucharistic Divine Liturgy\, because it contains no Anaphora and no consecration. Rather\, it is a vesperal communion service in which the faithful receive the Holy Gifts consecrated previously at the Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom or St. Basil the Great. \nWhen celebrated together with a Panahyda (memorial service for the departed)\, this Lenten rite expresses in a profound way the Church’s communion in Christ — uniting repentance\, Eucharistic participation\, and intercession for the dead. \nI. Historical Origins of the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts\n1. Early Monastic Roots\nThe Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts did not arise as a separate Eucharistic rite\, nor does it claim apostolic origin in a direct textual sense. Its development is most clearly linked to early monastic practice\, particularly in Palestinian communities such as the Lavra of St. Sabas. \nMonks living under strict ascetical discipline refrained from celebrating the full Eucharistic sacrifice on the weekdays of Great Lent. Yet they desired frequent Holy Communion. The solution was the reception of Gifts consecrated on the previous Sunday. \nThis practice — sometimes described in scholarship as auto-eucharistic monastic usage — gradually developed into a structured liturgical form. \n2. Conciliar Regulation\nThe most significant early canonical witness is the Council in Trullo\, which in Canon 52 forbade the celebration of the full Eucharistic Liturgy on Lenten weekdays (except on the Feast of the Annunciation). This presupposes the established use of the Presanctified Gifts as the normative Lenten weekday service. \nBy the 7th century\, the rite was clearly in use. In the 8th–9th centuries\, the Studite reform in Constantinople further organized its rubrics. \n3. Traditional Association with Gregory the Great\nLater Slavonic manuscripts (15th–16th centuries) associate the rite with Gregory the Great (St. Gregory Dialogos). However\, the earliest Greek sources do not attribute authorship to him. \nThus\, while traditionally connected with his name in some liturgical books\, modern scholarship recognizes that the rite’s origins are more accurately traced to Palestinian monasticism and later Constantinopolitan codification. \nII. Why It Is Not a Full Divine Liturgy\nThe terminology requires precision. \nIn Byzantine theology\, a Divine Liturgy includes: \n\nThe Anaphora (Eucharistic Prayer)\nThe epiclesis\nThe consecration of bread and wine\n\nThe Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts includes none of these. The Holy Gifts are already consecrated. \nFor this reason\, it is most accurate to describe it as: \nA Liturgy of Communion within the structure of Vespers. \nPastoral usage in Slavic lands often retains the phrase “Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts\,” but theologically it remains a communion service rather than a Eucharistic sacrifice. \nThis distinction safeguards clarity regarding: \n\nThe uniqueness of Eucharistic consecration\nThe sacrificial character of the full Divine Liturgy\n\nIII. Spiritual and Liturgical Character\nThe service reflects the ascetical ethos of Great Lent: \n\nNo festal tone\nFrequent prostrations\nPenitential psalmody\nExtended silent reverence\n\nThe solemn transfer of the Presanctified Gifts during the Great Entrance is accompanied by profound prostrations and adoration\, emphasizing that Christ is truly present\, even though no new consecration occurs. \nThe absence of the Anaphora underscores that Lent is not a season of liturgical triumph\, but of interior purification. \nIV. The Panahyda: Vigil Prayer for the Departed\n1. Etymology and Early Christian Practice\nThe term Panahyda (Ukrainian: панахида) derives from the Greek word παννυχίς (pannychis)\, meaning “all-night vigil.” \nIn the early Church\, Christians gathered for nocturnal prayer on behalf of the departed. Over time\, these vigils developed into structured memorial services\, retaining the theology of hopeful intercession. \nThus\, Panahyda does not derive from panēgyris (“festival assembly”)\, but from the vigil tradition of prayer through the night. \n2. Theology of Prayer for the Departed\nThe Panahyda expresses: \n\nThe communion of saints\nHope in the resurrection\nTrust in divine mercy\n\nThe Church does not attempt to “alter” divine judgment but entrusts the departed to God’s mercy\, praying that they may rest: \n“Where there is no pain\, no sorrow\, no mourning\, but life everlasting.” \nThe eschatological hope expressed in these prayers finds theological resonance in the writings of the Cappadocian Fathers\, including Gregory of Nyssa\, whose anthropology and resurrection theology illuminate the Church’s confidence that death is not annihilation but transformation in Christ. \nV. The Combined Celebration in Great Lent\nWhen the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts is celebrated together with a Panahyda\, several theological dimensions converge: \n\nRepentance — The living seek purification.\nCommunion — The faithful receive Christ\, the Bread of Life.\nIntercession — The Church prays for those who have fallen asleep.\n\nThis combination is liturgically coherent within Byzantine tradition\, especially during Lent\, when reflection on mortality and final judgment intensifies. \nThe unity is deeply theological: \n\nChrist\, whom we receive in Holy Communion\, is the Conqueror of death.\nThe departed are remembered not in despair\, but in Paschal hope.\n\nVI. Patristic and Liturgical Foundations\nThe theology of the Presanctified Liturgy and Panahyda resonates with the ascetical and Eucharistic teachings of: \n\nJohn Chrysostom\, who emphasizes repentance and worthy reception of Communion.\nBasil the Great\, whose Lenten theology integrates fasting\, mercy\, and Eucharistic participation.\n\nWhile these Fathers do not describe the rite in its later developed form\, their theology forms its spiritual foundation. \nVII. Liturgical Theology in Summary\nThe Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts teaches: \n\nThe Eucharist is not routine\, but sacred and solemn.\nCommunion requires repentance and preparation.\nLent is a journey toward Pascha.\n\nThe Panahyda teaches: \n\nDeath does not sever communion in Christ.\nThe Church prays as one body — militant\, suffering\, and triumphant.\nResurrection hope defines Christian mourning.\n\nTogether\, they express the Byzantine vision of salvation: \nA Church fasting\, praying\, remembering\, communing — and walking toward the empty tomb. \nConclusion\nThe Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts\, emerging from early monastic practice and regulated by the Council in Trullo (692)\, stands as one of the most profound expressions of Lenten spirituality in the Byzantine tradition. When joined with the Panahyda — rooted in the ancient vigil (pannychis) for the departed — it becomes a unified proclamation of repentance and resurrection. \nIn receiving the Presanctified Christ and praying for the faithful departed\, the Church stands between memory and hope\, between mortality and Pascha\, confessing that: \nChrist is the Life of the living and the Resurrection of the dead.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/the-liturgy-of-the-presanctified-gifts-panahyda-7-pm-3/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20260226T051255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T051255Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Mission with Fr. Julian
DESCRIPTION:https://eeparchy.com/2017/07/06/divine-design-brothers-escape-balkan-conflict-gain-closer-relationship-god/ \nFr. Julian is rector of seminary and Chaplain of the Edmonton Catholic Schools \nStaff \n \nhttps://www.facebook.com/Eeparchy/posts/announcement-bishop-david-appointed-very-rev-julian-bilyj-as-protosyncellus-vica/1612410835613080/ \n  \n 
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/lenten-mission-with-fr-julian/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260315T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260315T100000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20240930T172816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T051802Z
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SUMMARY:Rosary Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\nAs we gather in faith\, we invite you to participate in our Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, a special opportunity to prepare our hearts and minds for worship. This sacred time of prayer is open to all\, providing a space for reflection\, devotion\, and community connection. \nA Sacred Tradition \nThe rosary is a powerful form of prayer that has been cherished in the Catholic tradition for centuries. By praying the rosary\, we meditate on the life of Jesus Christ and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This beautiful devotion helps us deepen our relationship with God\, fostering a sense of peace and spiritual clarity. In our parish\, we honour this tradition by offering a communal rosary prayer before each Divine Liturgy. \nPreparing for Worship \nThe Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy serves as an essential preparation for the liturgical celebration that follows. As we come together to pray\, we create an atmosphere of reverence and unity within our community. Each bead of the rosary represents a moment of contemplation\, allowing us to reflect on the mysteries of faith and the love of God. \nThis time of prayer is not only a personal journey but also a collective experience that strengthens our bonds as a parish community. We encourage everyone to participate\, whether you are a long-time member of our parish or a newcomer seeking a deeper understanding of our faith. \nPraying for Peace and Guidance \nDuring the rosary\, we lift our intentions to God\, praying for our families\, our communities\, and those in need of comfort and healing. In particular\, we focus our prayers on peace in our world\, seeking divine intervention in times of conflict and unrest. As we pray\, we remember those suffering from the challenges in Ukraine and around the globe\, placing our trust in God’s grace and mercy. \nThe act of praying the rosary invites us to pause and reflect on the blessings in our lives while acknowledging the struggles we face. Together\, we ask for strength and guidance\, fostering a spirit of hope that transcends our individual experiences. \nA Welcoming Community \nWe invite all members of our parish and newcomers alike to join us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy. This gathering is open to everyone\, regardless of your familiarity with the rosary or your level of faith. Our community is built on love\, support\, and shared spiritual growth\, making it a welcoming place for all. \nThe Power of Collective Prayer \nThe Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy exemplifies the power of collective prayer. When we come together to pray\, we create a ripple effect of positive energy that can bring about transformation in our lives and the lives of those around us. Each prayer offered is a testament to our faith and commitment to supporting one another on our spiritual journeys. \nJoin Us for This Special Occasion \nWe warmly welcome you to participate in this special occasion of faith and community. As we gather for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, let us open our hearts to the grace of God and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Your presence enriches our community and strengthens our collective prayers. \nTogether\, let us embark on this sacred journey\, seeking peace\, guidance\, and unity through our devotion. Whether you are a mother praying for your children\, a friend supporting a loved one\, or someone simply seeking solace\, we invite you to be part of this meaningful experience. \nJoin us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, where we come together in prayer\, love\, and faith. Let us unite our hearts in supplication and thanksgiving as we prepare to celebrate the Divine Liturgy and the blessings of our faith.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/rosary/2026-03-15/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260315T103000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20251107T173857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T174149Z
UID:10002170-1773568800-1773570600@stnicholasucp.ca
SUMMARY:Divine Liturgy
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton\nJoin us every Sunday at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton for the Divine Liturgy\, a cornerstone of our faith and community. Our bilingual service at 10:00 AM\, conducted in both English and Ukrainian\, ensures that everyone feels welcome and can participate in the spiritual celebration. This sacred gathering offers an opportunity for all to connect with God\, deepen faith\, and join in prayer with our Ukrainian church community. \nWhy Attend the Sunday Divine Liturgy?\nSunday holds special significance for Christians worldwide as a day to commemorate the resurrection of Christ. At St. Nicholas in Edmonton\, the Divine Liturgy is a time for personal reflection\, community worship\, and strengthening our spiritual bond. It’s an essential part of the Ukrainian Catholic Church tradition\, where individuals\, families\, and newcomers come together in faith. \nBy attending the Divine Liturgy on Sundays\, you will not only participate in the Holy Eucharist but also experience the communal strength of our Ukrainian church. We welcome all—longtime parishioners and first-time visitors alike—to celebrate\, learn\, and grow in the Catholic faith. \nStructure of the Divine Liturgy\nOur Sunday Divine Liturgy follows the traditional structure of the Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom and includes: \n\nOpening Hymn: A hymn to start the service\, filled with joy and reverence.\nGreeting by the Parish Priest: Welcoming the congregation\, reinforcing our shared faith and commitment to the community.\nLiturgy of the Word: Including the Epistle reading\, Gospel reading\, and a homily that reflects on the teachings of the Scriptures and applies them to everyday life.\nLiturgy of the Eucharist: Preparation and participation in the Sacrament of Holy Communion\, the heart of the Divine Liturgy.\nReception of the Eucharist: A moment of unity as we partake in the Holy Communion together.\nLiturgy of Thanksgiving: Giving thanks for the blessings we have received through the sacrament.\nClosing Hymn: Ending the service with another hymn\, sending the congregation forth in peace and joy.\n\nA Welcoming Bilingual Service\nAt St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton\, we proudly offer a bilingual Divine Liturgy\, celebrating both English and Ukrainian languages. This inclusive approach allows our community\, rooted in both traditions\, to worship together and feel connected regardless of language. Families\, individuals\, and newcomers from all walks of life are welcome to join and experience this beautiful expression of faith in our Ukrainian Catholic Church. \nWhy Join Us?\nWhether you’re a longstanding member or visiting for the first time\, attending the Divine Liturgy offers spiritual nourishment and a chance to engage with a supportive parish community. Our Edmonton parish provides a warm and inviting atmosphere\, making it a perfect place for individuals and families to grow in faith. \nThe Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton is an essential part of our spiritual life. Join us to connect with God\, participate in the Sacrament of Holy Communion\, and unite with fellow parishioners in faith. We look forward to welcoming you into our Ukrainian church community and growing together in Christ’s love.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/divine-liturgy-3/2026-03-15/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20260228T210940Z
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SUMMARY:The Way of the Cross @ 3 PM
DESCRIPTION:Walking with Christ: The Way of the Cross\nJoin Us at Saint Nicholas UGCC – March 15 at 3:00 PM\nDuring the holy season of Great Lent\, we slow down\, reflect\, and prepare our hearts for the joy of the Resurrection. One of the most meaningful Lenten devotions is the Way of the Cross\, also known as the Stations of the Cross. \nAt Saint Nicholas Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in Edmonton\, we will gather to pray the Way of the Cross on: \nSunday\, March 15 at 3:00 PM \nEveryone is warmly invited — families\, children\, seniors\, long-time parishioners\, and newcomers. \n\nWhat Is the Way of the Cross?\nThe Way of the Cross is a prayerful journey where we spiritually walk with Jesus from His condemnation to His burial in the tomb. \nThere are 14 stations (moments)\, including: \n\n\nJesus is condemned \n\n\nJesus carries His Cross \n\n\nJesus falls \n\n\nJesus meets His Mother \n\n\nSimon helps carry the Cross \n\n\nJesus is crucified \n\n\nJesus dies \n\n\nJesus is laid in the tomb \n\n\nAt each station\, we pause to pray and reflect. It is not a performance. It is not a play. It is a prayer — one that helps us understand Christ’s love more deeply. \n\nOur Parish Tradition\nIn our parish\, the Way of the Cross is often prayed as a procession around the church. \nThe order of the procession reflects our Byzantine tradition: \n\n\nA cross-bearer leads at the front \n\n\nAltar servers may carry candles \n\n\nParishioners carry church banners (korohvy) with sacred icons \n\n\nThe priest\, wearing the epitrachelion\, carries the censer and offers incense \n\n\nThe faithful follow prayerfully\, often holding candles \n\n\nWalking together reminds us that faith is lived as a community. We do not carry our crosses alone. We follow Christ together. \nFor children especially\, this visible procession makes the meaning easier to understand — we are truly walking with Jesus. \n\nLanguage of the Service\nAt the request of many Ukrainian families in our parish\, the Way of the Cross will be prayed mostly in Ukrainian. \nSeveral of our parishioners — especially seniors and recently arrived families — are more comfortable praying in Ukrainian and sometimes find English difficult. \nAs a parish family\, we want everyone to feel included and spiritually nourished. Using Ukrainian helps many of our faithful pray more deeply and feel at home. \nHowever\, all are welcome\, whether Ukrainian-speaking or English-speaking. The structure of the prayer is easy to follow\, and the meaning of the devotion is universal. \n\nWhy We Pray This Devotion\nWe pray the Way of the Cross: \n\n\nTo unite our personal struggles with Christ’s Cross \n\n\nTo learn patience\, humility\, and forgiveness \n\n\nTo prepare our hearts for Pascha \n\n\nTo remember that suffering is not the end — Resurrection is \n\n\nMany families today carry heavy burdens — illness\, loss\, uncertainty\, war\, displacement\, loneliness. The Way of the Cross reminds us that Christ understands suffering and walks with us. \n\nJoin Us\nSaint Nicholas Ukrainian Greek Catholic ChurchEdmontonSunday\, March 15 at 3:00 PM \nCome walk with Christ.Come pray with your parish family.Come prepare your heart for the joy of the Resurrection. \nAll are welcome. \nХресна Дорога: шлях віри\, молитви й надії\n«Хресна Дорога Ісуса Христа» — це молитовна практика\, в якій ми разом із Христом духовно проходимо шлях Його страждань від суду до розп’яття й поховання. Для багатьох наших вірних УГКЦ ця молитва стає серцевиною Великого Посту — часом глибокого роздуму про Божу любов\, наші страждання та християнську надію. \n📖 Що таке Хресна Дорога?\nЦе спільна молитва та духовна подорож\, що складається з 14 «становищ» (стацій). На кожній стації ми зупиняємось\, пригадуємо подію із Страстей Христових\, слухаємо коротку молитву або роздум і молимося разом. \nХоча ця традиція має свої історичні корені в західній Церкві\, сьогодні вона переживається в багатьох парафіях УГКЦ як збагачення постової молитви\, яке допомагає розуміти глибину Христових страждань і водночас уповати на Його перемогу над смертю. \n\n🕊 Звідки походить ця молитва? Історичні факти\nБільшість стацій походить від того\, як у середні віки християни намагалися відтворити для себе **духовну подорож Ісуса по вулицях Via Dolorosa у Jerusalem\, де Він ніс свій хрест. У Святому Місті ця дорога називається Via Dolorosa — Шлях Болі\, і сьогодні там щороку у Страсну П’ятницю відбувається молитва та процесія з місцевими християнами та паломниками\, які йдуть услід за Христом тією самою дорогою. \nЦя традиція зародилась ще у перші століття християнства\, коли паломники\, які не могли поїхати до Святого Міста\, принесли її у свої спільноти як духовну практику. У XVI–XVII століттях Форму з 14 стаціями остаточно затвердили в церквах Європи та світу. \n\n🙏 Як молитись Хресну Дорогу?\nМолитва складається з 14 кроків роздумів: \n\n\nХристос засуджений на смерть \n\n\nХристос несе свій хрест \n\n\nХристос падає вперше \n\n\nХристос зустрічає Свою Матір \n\n\nСимон із Кирини допомагає нести Хрест… \n\n\nХристос покладений у гроб \n\n\nНа кожній стації читаються уривки з Євангелія\, молитви\, розважання\, а інколи — псалми чи пісні. Ця молитва допомагає нам усвідомити\, що наш власний життєвий шлях часто теж є Хресним — сповненим болю\, втрат і випробувань — але разом із Христом він веде до життя. \n\n🚶‍♂️ Процесійна форма — коли молимо Хресну Дорогу навколо церкви чи вулицями\nУ багатьох наших громадах УГКЦ Хресна Дорога відбувається ступенево й урочисто як процесія: \n\n\nВірні виходять разом із священиком \n\n\nЙдуть услід за Хрестом \n\n\nЗупиняються на кожній стації біля зображення або хреста \n\n\nМоляться\, співають\, читають роздуми \n\n\nТакі процесії молитовно об’єднують спільноту\, допомагаючи не лише «стояти»\, але й «йти» разом із Христом дорогами життя під час Великого Посту. Подібні спільні ходи відбуваються не лише в наших парафіях\, а й по всій Україні в містах і паломницьких центрах\, наприклад у Зарваниці\, де сотні вірних щороку беруть участь у Хресних Дорогах за мир\, справедливість і Батьківщину. \nТакі процесійні молитви — це не театралізація\, а духовні кроки віри\, які допомагають нам пережити власні труднощі поруч із Христом\, щоб зрозуміти: Він йде з нами і за нас. \n\n💛 Навіщо ми молимо Хресну Дорогу?\nХресна Дорога — це більше\, ніж церковне богослужіння: \n\n\nЦе шлях\, який допомагає співпереживати Христові стражданням \n\n\nЦе нагадування\, що наш особистий біль і труднощі мають сенс у світлі Божої любові \n\n\nЦе спосіб нести власний хрест із вірою та надією\, знаючи\, що Христос не залишає нас самих \n\n\nЦе духовна підготовка серця до Великодня (Пасхи) — дня перемоги життя над смертю \n\n\nКоли ми молимось Хресну Дорогу — усередині церкви чи як процесію навколо храму\, — ми пригадуємо\, що Христова любов сильніша за будь-який біль\, і що саме ця любов дає нам силу іти вперед.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/the-way-of-the-cross-3-pm/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260316T220000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20260226T004937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T033227Z
UID:10002531-1773684000-1773698400@stnicholasucp.ca
SUMMARY:Confessions 6PM\, Stations of the Cross and Lenten Mission with Fr. Julian 7PM
DESCRIPTION:Walking with Christ\nWhat Are the Stations of the Cross?\nThe Stations of the Cross (also called the Way of the Cross) is a prayerful devotion that helps us meditate on the suffering and death of Jesus on Good Friday. \nThis devotion began centuries ago when Christians traveled to Jerusalem and walked the path believed to be the road Jesus took to His crucifixion. That path is known as the Via Dolorosa — which means “The Way of Sorrow.” \nBecause most Christians could not travel to Jerusalem\, the Church created a way for people everywhere to spiritually “walk” with Christ. \nThe 14 Stations\nTraditionally\, there are 14 moments (called “stations”) that we reflect upon: \n\n\nJesus is condemned to death \n\n\nJesus carries His Cross \n\n\nJesus falls \n\n\nJesus meets His Mother \n\n\nSimon helps carry the Cross \n\n\nVeronica wipes His face \n\n\nJesus falls again \n\n\nJesus speaks to the women \n\n\nJesus falls a third time \n\n\nJesus is stripped of His garments \n\n\nJesus is nailed to the Cross \n\n\nJesus dies on the Cross \n\n\nJesus is taken down \n\n\nJesus is laid in the tomb \n\n\nSome communities add a 15th meditation on the Resurrection. This is not part of the traditional fourteen\, but it is permitted in some approved forms to emphasize that suffering is not the end. \nWhat Happens During the Stations?\nAt each station: \n\n\nA short Scripture reading or meditation is read \n\n\nThe prayer is said: “We adore You\, O Christ\, and we bless You…” \n\n\nPeople reflect silently \n\n\nIt is simple\, quiet\, and very personal. \nWhy Do We Pray the Stations?\nThe Stations help us: \n\n\nWalk with Jesus in His suffering \n\n\nUnderstand how much He loves us \n\n\nUnite our own struggles to His Cross \n\n\nPrepare our hearts for Easter (Pascha) \n\n\nThis devotion developed in the Western (Latin) Catholic tradition\, but today many Eastern Catholic parishes also pray it during Lent. The Church allows this\, especially when it helps the faithful grow spiritually\, while still keeping our own Byzantine liturgical identity.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/confessions-stations-of-the-cross-and-lenten-mission-with-fr-julian/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20260226T005049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T125014Z
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SUMMARY:Stations of the Cross and Panahyda @ 7:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Walking with Christ and Praying for the Departed\nUnderstanding the Stations of the Cross and the Parastas (Great Panahyda)\nDuring Great Lent\, many people hear about two different services: the Stations of the Cross and the Parastas (Great Panahyda). At first\, they may seem unrelated — one focuses on Jesus’ suffering\, the other on prayer for the departed. But in truth\, both lead us to the same hope: the Resurrection of Christ. \nLet us understand each one in simple terms. \n\nWhat Are the Stations of the Cross?\nThe Stations of the Cross (also called the Way of the Cross) is a prayerful devotion that helps us meditate on the suffering and death of Jesus on Good Friday. \nThis devotion began centuries ago when Christians traveled to Jerusalem and walked the path believed to be the road Jesus took to His crucifixion. That path is known as the Via Dolorosa — which means “The Way of Sorrow.” \nBecause most Christians could not travel to Jerusalem\, the Church created a way for people everywhere to spiritually “walk” with Christ. \nThe 14 Stations\nTraditionally\, there are 14 moments (called “stations”) that we reflect upon: \n\n\nJesus is condemned to death \n\n\nJesus carries His Cross \n\n\nJesus falls \n\n\nJesus meets His Mother \n\n\nSimon helps carry the Cross \n\n\nVeronica wipes His face \n\n\nJesus falls again \n\n\nJesus speaks to the women \n\n\nJesus falls a third time \n\n\nJesus is stripped of His garments \n\n\nJesus is nailed to the Cross \n\n\nJesus dies on the Cross \n\n\nJesus is taken down \n\n\nJesus is laid in the tomb \n\n\nSome communities add a 15th meditation on the Resurrection. This is not part of the traditional fourteen\, but it is permitted in some approved forms to emphasize that suffering is not the end. \nWhat Happens During the Stations?\nAt each station: \n\n\nA short Scripture reading or meditation is read \n\n\nThe prayer is said: “We adore You\, O Christ\, and we bless You…” \n\n\nPeople reflect silently \n\n\nIt is simple\, quiet\, and very personal. \nWhy Do We Pray the Stations?\nThe Stations help us: \n\n\nWalk with Jesus in His suffering \n\n\nUnderstand how much He loves us \n\n\nUnite our own struggles to His Cross \n\n\nPrepare our hearts for Easter (Pascha) \n\n\nThis devotion developed in the Western (Latin) Catholic tradition\, but today many Eastern Catholic parishes also pray it during Lent. The Church allows this\, especially when it helps the faithful grow spiritually\, while still keeping our own Byzantine liturgical identity. \n\nWhat Is the Parastas (Great Panahyda)?\nThe Parastas\, also called the Great Panahyda\, is a solemn memorial prayer service in the Byzantine tradition. \nThe word “Parastas” means “standing beside.” We stand beside our departed loved ones in prayer. We stand beside Christ. And we stand in hope of the Resurrection. \nWhen Is It Served?\nParastas is usually celebrated: \n\n\nOn Friday evenings during Great Lent \n\n\nOn special memorial Saturdays \n\n\nOn anniversaries of death \n\n\nBefore major memorial commemorations \n\n\nIt is longer and more solemn than a simple Panahyda (memorial prayer). \nWhat Happens During Parastas?\nThe service includes: \n\n\nThe chanting of Psalm 118 (the long psalm beginning “Blessed are the blameless…”) \n\n\nLitanies asking God to grant rest to the departed \n\n\nBeautiful hymns asking that they rest “in a place of light\, a place of green pasture\, a place of refreshment” \n\n\nThe singing of “Vichnaya Pamyat” — “Memory Eternal” \n\n\n“Memory Eternal” does not mean we simply remember them. It means we pray that God remembers them eternally in His Kingdom. \nWhy Do We Pray for the Departed?\nWe believe: \n\n\nDeath is not the end \n\n\nThe soul lives on \n\n\nWe remain united in Christ \n\n\nOur prayers help them \n\n\nThis reflects the Church’s teaching about the communion of saints — that the Church includes both the living and those who have fallen asleep in the Lord. \nParastas is deeply connected to Pascha. We pray for the departed because Christ has conquered death. \n\nHow Are These Two Services Connected?\nThe Stations of the Cross focus on:\n→ Christ walking to His tomb \nThe Parastas focuses on:\n→ Those who await the fullness of Resurrection \nOne walks with Christ in suffering.The other stands at the tomb with hope. \nBoth teach us: \n\n\nSuffering is not meaningless \n\n\nLove is stronger than death \n\n\nDeath is not final \n\n\nChrist has opened the gates of eternal life \n\n\nIn both services\, we learn the same truth: \nWithout the Cross\, there is no Resurrection.Without the Resurrection\, there is no hope. \n\nWhy This Matters for Us Today\nMany of our families have experienced loss — whether recently or years ago. Many also carry personal crosses: illness\, loneliness\, war\, displacement\, anxiety\, or grief. \nThe Stations of the Cross remind us:\nChrist walks with us. \nThe Parastas reminds us:\nChrist has already defeated death. \nTogether they prepare our hearts for the great proclamation of Pascha: \nChrist is Risen!Indeed He is Risen! \n**Що таке Хресна Дорога (Хресна Дорога Ісуса Христа)?\n«Хресна Дорога» — це молитва\, яка веде нас разом з Ісусом до Голгофи** \nХресна Дорога (у багатьох наших церквах її називають Хрестопоклонна Дорога) — це молитовна практика\, в якій ми роздумуємо про шлях Ісуса Христа від Його осуду до розп’яття та поховання. Це шлях\, який Ісус пройшов заради нашого спасіння ‒ заради кожного з нас. \nЦя молитва допомагає нам співпереживати з Христом Його страждання\, і водночас усвідомити\, що кожна людська боротьба\, кожна хвороба\, кожний біль має сенс у світлі Божої любові. \n\n🕊 Що саме відбувається під час Хресної Дороги?\nПід час молитовної Хресної Дороги люди разом із священиком або у своїх сім’ях духовно «їдуть» шляхом Ісуса\, зупиняючись на певних становищах (стаціях) й роздумуючи: \n\n\nІсус засуджений на смерть \n\n\nІсус несе свій хрест…(загалом 14 таких зупинок)… \n\n\nІсуса кладуть у гроб… \n\n\nНа кожній зупинці читається коротка молитва або роздум. Ці стояння допомагають нам подумати про те\, що переживав Христос\, і як Його любов торкається нашого життя. \n\n💛 Чому ми молимо Хресну Дорогу?\n\n\nЩоб зіставити свій життєвий шлях з дорогами Ісуса \n\n\nЩоб навчитися нести власний хрест із вірою і надією \n\n\nЩоб пригадати\, що Ісус приймає наш біль і дає нам силу іти далі \n\n\nЩоб підготувати серце до Великодня (Пасхи) — дня перемоги над смертю і гріхом \n\n\nЦя молитва дуже близька до серця кожного\, бо кожен з нас має свої «хрести» — труднощі\, переживання\, втрати. І Христос йде поруч із нами\, навіть коли дорога важка. \n\n**Що таке Парастас (Велика Панахида)?\nПарастас — це молитва за душі померлих\, якої навчає нас Христова любов** \nПарастас (також називають Велика Панахида) — це особлива молитва\, яку звершує Церква за усіх наших дорогих\, які уже покинули цей світ. \nСлово парастас походить від грецького і означає «стояти поруч» — стояти поруч у молитві за наших рідних\, які заснули в Господі. \n\n🕯 Коли звершується Парастас у нашій Церкві?\nПарастас служиться: \n\n\nУ п’ятницю ввечері перед Суботами поминання \n\n\nНа річниці смерті рідної людини \n\n\nНа особливі дні пам’яті усіх померлих \n\n\nІноді після Божественної Літургії у намірі за спочилих наших рідних \n\n\nТакож у нашій традиції кожна субота є днем молитви за померлих\, бо вона нагадує про очікування Воскресіння Христового ‒ так само\, як Христос провів час у гробі до Пасхи. \n\n🙏 Що відбувається під час Парастасу?\nПарастас — це не похорон\, а молитва Церкви за душі померлих. Під час цієї служби: \n\n\nзвучить свята молитва й псалми \n\n\nзгадуються імена тих\, хто відійшов \n\n\nпроситься в Бога милість і спочинок для їхніх душ \n\n\nлунає свята пісня «Вічная пам’ять» — у наших серцях і словах це прохання\, щоби Господь пам’ятав їх у Царстві Божому \n\n\nЦе — молитва любові та надії: ми не забуваємо наших рідних\, а довіряємо їх Богу\, Який є джерелом вічного життя. \n\n✨ Що є в обох цих молитвах спільного?\nІ Хресна Дорога\, і Парастас ведуть нас до одної великої християнської істини — Воскресіння Ісуса Христа і перемоги над смертю: \n\n\nХресна Дорога показує нам шлях Ісуса до смерті заради спасіння \n\n\nПарастас показує нам\, що смерть не є кінцем\, і ми молимося за тих\, хто чекає остаточного воскресіння \n\n\nЦі молитви вчать нас:\n❤️ що поруч із нами є Христос у радості й у скорботі\,❤️ що любов не припиняється навіть після смерті\,❤️ що воскресіння — це наша надія і наша втіха. \n\n✝️ На завершення\nЦі молитви — не просто текст у книзі чи обряд у храмі. Це запрошення жити глибше вірою: \n\n\nіти з Христом дорогою\, що веде до нового життя\, \n\n\nпам’ятати тих\, кого любили\, \n\n\nі жити надією перемоги життя над смертю.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/stations-of-the-cross-and-parastas-great-panahyda-600-p-m-2/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
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SUMMARY:Social Drop-in event every Friday from 10 AM to 12:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please come to SOCIAL DROP-IN every Friday from 10:00 AM to noon in the church basement. It is a great chance to socialize and engage in any activities you choose. If you would like to come and need a ride\, please contact Barb 780 722 3537. EVERYBODY WELCOME! \n \nБудь ласка\, приходьте на SOCIAL DROP-IN  –  захід суспільного спілкування що п’ятниці з 10:00 до 12:00 у підвалі церкви. Це чудова нагода поспілкуватися та взяти участь у будь-яких заходах на ваш вибір. Якщо ви хочете прийти і вам потрібна допомога\, будь ласка\, зв’яжіться з Барб за номером 780 722 3537. ЛАСКАВО ПРОСИМО ВСІХ!\n  \n☕ Ви новоприбулі в Канаді? Запрошуємо вас!\nПочинаючи з лютого\, парафія Святого Миколая щиро запрошує новоприбулі українські родини на п’ятничні зустрічі-спілкування з 10:00 до 12:00 у підвалі церкви. \nМи знаємо\, що ваше життя зараз дуже насичене: нова країна\, робота\, школа\, документи… Це може бути стресово. Але навіть кілька годин у теплому товаристві допоможуть вам відпочити душею та відчути себе як удома. \nПриходьте на каву та дружню розмову.Приходьте знайомитися.Приходьте поділитися своєю історією — або просто побути серед своїх. \nНе обов’язково бути членом парафії. Нічого не потрібно приносити. Просто приходьте такими\, як ви є. \nМожливо\, ви зможете навчити нас якоїсь улюбленої української гри\, вправ чи традиції\, які ви практикували вдома — нам буде дуже приємно вчитися разом! \nЗа потреби можемо організувати доїзд. \nДля довідок телефонуйте:Barb Olynyk – 780-722-3537 \nЩиро раді будемо вас бачити!
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/social-drop-in-event-every-friday-from-10-am-to-1200-pm/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260322T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260322T100000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
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SUMMARY:Rosary Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\nAs we gather in faith\, we invite you to participate in our Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, a special opportunity to prepare our hearts and minds for worship. This sacred time of prayer is open to all\, providing a space for reflection\, devotion\, and community connection. \nA Sacred Tradition \nThe rosary is a powerful form of prayer that has been cherished in the Catholic tradition for centuries. By praying the rosary\, we meditate on the life of Jesus Christ and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This beautiful devotion helps us deepen our relationship with God\, fostering a sense of peace and spiritual clarity. In our parish\, we honour this tradition by offering a communal rosary prayer before each Divine Liturgy. \nPreparing for Worship \nThe Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy serves as an essential preparation for the liturgical celebration that follows. As we come together to pray\, we create an atmosphere of reverence and unity within our community. Each bead of the rosary represents a moment of contemplation\, allowing us to reflect on the mysteries of faith and the love of God. \nThis time of prayer is not only a personal journey but also a collective experience that strengthens our bonds as a parish community. We encourage everyone to participate\, whether you are a long-time member of our parish or a newcomer seeking a deeper understanding of our faith. \nPraying for Peace and Guidance \nDuring the rosary\, we lift our intentions to God\, praying for our families\, our communities\, and those in need of comfort and healing. In particular\, we focus our prayers on peace in our world\, seeking divine intervention in times of conflict and unrest. As we pray\, we remember those suffering from the challenges in Ukraine and around the globe\, placing our trust in God’s grace and mercy. \nThe act of praying the rosary invites us to pause and reflect on the blessings in our lives while acknowledging the struggles we face. Together\, we ask for strength and guidance\, fostering a spirit of hope that transcends our individual experiences. \nA Welcoming Community \nWe invite all members of our parish and newcomers alike to join us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy. This gathering is open to everyone\, regardless of your familiarity with the rosary or your level of faith. Our community is built on love\, support\, and shared spiritual growth\, making it a welcoming place for all. \nThe Power of Collective Prayer \nThe Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy exemplifies the power of collective prayer. When we come together to pray\, we create a ripple effect of positive energy that can bring about transformation in our lives and the lives of those around us. Each prayer offered is a testament to our faith and commitment to supporting one another on our spiritual journeys. \nJoin Us for This Special Occasion \nWe warmly welcome you to participate in this special occasion of faith and community. As we gather for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, let us open our hearts to the grace of God and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Your presence enriches our community and strengthens our collective prayers. \nTogether\, let us embark on this sacred journey\, seeking peace\, guidance\, and unity through our devotion. Whether you are a mother praying for your children\, a friend supporting a loved one\, or someone simply seeking solace\, we invite you to be part of this meaningful experience. \nJoin us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy\, where we come together in prayer\, love\, and faith. Let us unite our hearts in supplication and thanksgiving as we prepare to celebrate the Divine Liturgy and the blessings of our faith.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/rosary/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260322T103000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20251107T173857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T174149Z
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SUMMARY:Divine Liturgy
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton\nJoin us every Sunday at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton for the Divine Liturgy\, a cornerstone of our faith and community. Our bilingual service at 10:00 AM\, conducted in both English and Ukrainian\, ensures that everyone feels welcome and can participate in the spiritual celebration. This sacred gathering offers an opportunity for all to connect with God\, deepen faith\, and join in prayer with our Ukrainian church community. \nWhy Attend the Sunday Divine Liturgy?\nSunday holds special significance for Christians worldwide as a day to commemorate the resurrection of Christ. At St. Nicholas in Edmonton\, the Divine Liturgy is a time for personal reflection\, community worship\, and strengthening our spiritual bond. It’s an essential part of the Ukrainian Catholic Church tradition\, where individuals\, families\, and newcomers come together in faith. \nBy attending the Divine Liturgy on Sundays\, you will not only participate in the Holy Eucharist but also experience the communal strength of our Ukrainian church. We welcome all—longtime parishioners and first-time visitors alike—to celebrate\, learn\, and grow in the Catholic faith. \nStructure of the Divine Liturgy\nOur Sunday Divine Liturgy follows the traditional structure of the Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom and includes: \n\nOpening Hymn: A hymn to start the service\, filled with joy and reverence.\nGreeting by the Parish Priest: Welcoming the congregation\, reinforcing our shared faith and commitment to the community.\nLiturgy of the Word: Including the Epistle reading\, Gospel reading\, and a homily that reflects on the teachings of the Scriptures and applies them to everyday life.\nLiturgy of the Eucharist: Preparation and participation in the Sacrament of Holy Communion\, the heart of the Divine Liturgy.\nReception of the Eucharist: A moment of unity as we partake in the Holy Communion together.\nLiturgy of Thanksgiving: Giving thanks for the blessings we have received through the sacrament.\nClosing Hymn: Ending the service with another hymn\, sending the congregation forth in peace and joy.\n\nA Welcoming Bilingual Service\nAt St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton\, we proudly offer a bilingual Divine Liturgy\, celebrating both English and Ukrainian languages. This inclusive approach allows our community\, rooted in both traditions\, to worship together and feel connected regardless of language. Families\, individuals\, and newcomers from all walks of life are welcome to join and experience this beautiful expression of faith in our Ukrainian Catholic Church. \nWhy Join Us?\nWhether you’re a longstanding member or visiting for the first time\, attending the Divine Liturgy offers spiritual nourishment and a chance to engage with a supportive parish community. Our Edmonton parish provides a warm and inviting atmosphere\, making it a perfect place for individuals and families to grow in faith. \nThe Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton is an essential part of our spiritual life. Join us to connect with God\, participate in the Sacrament of Holy Communion\, and unite with fellow parishioners in faith. We look forward to welcoming you into our Ukrainian church community and growing together in Christ’s love.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/divine-liturgy-3/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260618T173824
CREATED:20260226T060530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T060530Z
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SUMMARY:The Feast of the Annunciation @ 7 PM
DESCRIPTION:The Feast of the Annunciation is one of the most important liturgical celebrations in the Christian Church\, both in the Eastern and Western traditions. It commemorates the moment when the Archangel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she had been chosen by God to be the Mother of Jesus Christ\, the Son of God. This feast is celebrated on March 25\, exactly nine months before Christmas\, highlighting its connection to the Incarnation. \nHere’s a detailed description with history and theological significance according to Church teaching: \n\nBiblical Basis\nThe feast is rooted in the Gospel of Luke: \n\n“In the sixth month\, the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth\, to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph; and the virgin’s name was Mary. And the angel came to her and said\, ‘Greetings\, O favored one\, the Lord is with you!’” (Luke 1:26–28) \n\nGabriel announces that Mary will conceive by the Holy Spirit and bear the Son of God. Mary’s “Fiat” (Let it be done) is her free acceptance of God’s will\, marking her as Theotokos (“God-bearer”)\, a title confirmed by the Council of Ephesus in 431. \n\nHistorical Development of the Feast\n\n\nEarly Commemoration: \n\n\nThe feast appears in Christian liturgical calendars by the 4th–5th century\, first in the East\, possibly connected to the dedication of churches in honor of the Annunciation in Nazareth. \n\n\nThe West adopted it later; by the 7th–8th centuries\, it was celebrated universally in Rome. \n\n\n\n\nLiturgical Placement: \n\n\nIn the Eastern Church (UGCC\, Orthodox)\, the feast is ranked as one of the Great Feasts\, immediately after Pascha (Easter) in importance. It includes Vespers\, Matins\, and Divine Liturgy\, often with hymns emphasizing Mary’s role and the mystery of the Incarnation. \n\n\nIn the Western Church (Roman Catholic)\, it is a solemnity\, sometimes adjusted if it falls during Holy Week\, reflecting its high importance. \n\n\n\n\nConnection with Incarnation Doctrine: \n\n\nThe feast is not merely about Mary but about God becoming man. It celebrates the hypostatic union\, the teaching that Jesus is fully God and fully man from the moment of conception. \n\n\nMary is venerated as the New Eve\, whose obedience contrasts with the disobedience of the first Eve\, and whose role in salvation history is essential. \n\n\n\n\n\nLiturgical and Theological Themes\n\n\nIncarnation and Salvation: \n\n\nThe Annunciation celebrates God entering human history. Through Mary’s consent\, the Word becomes flesh (John 1:14). \n\n\nIt is a feast of joy and hope\, emphasizing divine initiative and human cooperation. \n\n\n\n\nMary as Model of Faith: \n\n\nHer “Fiat” shows total trust in God\, making her a model for all Christians. \n\n\nThe Church teaches her perpetual virginity\, sinlessness (especially in Catholic doctrine through the Immaculate Conception\, proclaimed in 1854 by Pope Pius IX)\, and unique role in redemption. \n\n\n\n\nLiturgical Observances: \n\n\nHymns highlight both Mary’s humility and the angelic greeting. \n\n\nThe Eastern Church sings Akathists and troparia focused on the Annunciation\, while the Western Church emphasizes the Angelus prayer and Marian devotion. \n\n\n\n\n\nDogmatic Significance\n\n\nCouncil of Ephesus (431): Declared Mary Theotokos\, affirming that Christ is one Person\, fully divine and fully human. The Annunciation is the historical moment this doctrine begins in time. \n\n\nCatechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 484): “The angel Gabriel was sent to Mary\, a virgin betrothed to Joseph\, to announce the coming of the Savior. By her ‘yes\,’ she conceived the Son of God in her womb.” \n\n\nEastern Theology: The feast celebrates the mystery of God taking flesh without ceasing to be God\, a moment essential for all salvation. \n\n\n\nSummary\nThe Feast of the Annunciation is the Church’s celebration of the moment of the Incarnation\, when God became man through Mary’s willing cooperation. It honors Mary as the Mother of God\, highlights the mystery of salvation\, and invites the faithful to emulate her faithful obedience. It is both a historical and theological celebration\, connecting biblical events\, dogmatic teaching\, and liturgical devotion. \n\n\n\nБлаговіщення Пресвятої Богородиці в УГКЦ\nСуть свята\nБлаговіщення – це день\, коли Архангел Гавриїл сповістив Пресвяту Діву Марію\, що Вона обрана Стати Матір’ю Сина Божого\, Ісуса Христа. Це момент Втілення Слова Божого в людську природу. \nСвято відзначається 25 березня\, тобто рівно за дев’ять місяців до Різдва Христового\, підкреслюючи логічний і символічний зв’язок народження Спасителя та Його зачаття. \n\nБіблійна основа\nОсновний текст – Євангеліє від Луки: \n\n«У шостому місяці ангел Гавриїл був посланий Богом до міста Галілеї\, що зветься Назарет\, до діви\, обрученої чоловікові на ім’я Йосиф\, а дівчина зветься Марія. І ввійшовши до неї\, сказав: Радуйся\, Благодатна\, Господь з Тобою!» (Лк 1:26–28) \n\nГавриїл оголошує\, що Марія зачне Духа Святого і народить Сина Божого. Її «Нехай буде мені за словом твоїм»(Fiat) – це акт добровільної віри та послуху\, який робить Марію Богородицею (Theotokos)\, що було підтверджено Ефеським собором (431 р.). \n\nІсторія свята в Церкві\n\n\nРанні згадки \n\n\nСвято з’являється у християнських календарях уже у IV–V ст.\, спершу на Сході\, особливо пов’язане з храмами у Назареті\, де відбулося Благовіщення. \n\n\nНа Заході свято стало поширеним у VII–VIII ст.\, і поступово отримало статус урочистості. \n\n\n\n\nЛітургійне місце в УГКЦ \n\n\nУГКЦ відзначає Благовіщення як велике свято з обов’язковою Літургією та Вечірнею. \n\n\nГоловна тема – втілення Слова Божого та співпраця Марії у плані спасіння світу. \n\n\nНа Сході свято часто поєднується із піснеспівами: тропар\, кондак\, величання Богородиці. \n\n\n\n\nДогматичне значення \n\n\nБлаговіщення підкреслює доктрину Втілення Сина Божого\, коли Христос стає повністю Богом і повністю людиною. \n\n\nМарія зображується як Нова Єва\, послух якої відновлює людство після падіння. \n\n\n\n\n\nЛітургійні та духовні аспекти\n\n\nВтілення та спасіння \n\n\nСвято наголошує на божественній ініціативі та людській співпраці у плані спасіння. \n\n\nХристос від першого моменту зачаття є Богом і Людиною одночасно. \n\n\n\n\nМарія – взірець віри \n\n\nЇї «Нехай буде мені за словом твоїм» є прикладом довіри Богові. \n\n\nЦерква вчить про непорочне зачаття та вічне дівоцтво Марії. \n\n\n\n\nЛітургійне святкування \n\n\nУГКЦ під час Благовіщення співає тропар\, кондак\, величання\, особливо в контексті Великого посту\, коли свято може припадати на період посту. \n\n\nВірні часто моляться Акафіст до Пресвятої Богородиці\, Angelus (на Заході) або особисті молитовні практики на честь Богородиці. \n\n\n\n\n\nДогматична важливість\n\n\nЕфеський собор (431): підтвердив\, що Марія – Богородиця\, бо Христос є єдиною особою з двома природами – божественною і людською. \n\n\nКатехизм УГКЦ / Катехизм Католицької Церкви (484): Марія добровільно прийняла Божий план\, ставши співтворцем спасіння людства. \n\n\nСхідне богослов’я: свято відображає таїнство Втілення\, коли Бог стає людиною через Марію\, не втрачаючи Божества. \n\n\n\nПідсумок\nБлаговіщення – це свято радості та надії\, що прославляє Марію як Матір Божу і підкреслює істину Втілення Христа. Воно поєднує біблійну історію\, догматичну істину та літургійну практику\, запрошуючи віруючих до наслідування віри та послуху Богові.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/the-feast-of-the-annunciation-7-pm/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Ottewell Place Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Divine Liturgy at Ottewell Place Lodge with Seniors \nJoin us for the Divine Liturgy at Ottewell Place Lodge\, a special gathering with our senior residents. This cherished service in the Ukrainian Catholic tradition offers prayer\, reflection\, and a sense of community\, bringing comfort and spiritual nourishment to everyone present. \nFamily members and friends are warmly invited to share in this meaningful time of worship and fellowship.
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/ottewell-place-lodge-11/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Ottewell Place Lodge\, 6207 92 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 0S3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Theological Renewal of Eastern Christianity in the Face of Russia's War in Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Christian Studies: Toward a Paradigm Change\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/eastern-christian-studies-toward-a-paradigm-change-tickets-1982721229571?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawP8SaRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGWWs5QkpPRjdieVhzcDF1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHncHniYHHetU-05Sgd-QDj57oQkxxlitN3WLG4LwbCdFQfPj8B4fHIZE222U_aem_q7WboG-yldt_fWnecwpeew\n\n\nByNewman Theological College \n\n\nFollow\n\n\n\n\nSt. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic ParishEdmonton\, AB \nThursday\, Mar 26 from 6 pm to 9 pm\n\n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\nA lecture by Yury Avvakumov on the Theological Renewal of Eastern Christianity in the Face of Russia’s War in Ukraine \n\n\n\n\nEastern Christian Studies is facing a paradigm shift. The obvious cause is Russia’s war in Ukraine and the “war ideology” of the Russian Orthodox Church. However\, other factors are also at work\, including the growing interest in non-Byzantine forms of Eastern Christianity (Syriac\, Coptic\, Armenian\, etc.) and the increasing confidence of Eastern Catholic Churches\, including the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. A fresh look at the history and pastoral experience of these churches and traditions can open new\, exciting perspectives for theological thought. \nJoin us for a lecture by Yury Avvakumov\, the Archbishop Demetrios College Associate Professor of Byzantine Theology at University of Notre Dame on this timely topic. \nThe evening will begin with Lenten Vespers at 6:00pm followed by the lecture at 7:00pm\, with light refreshments to follow. \n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nNewman Theological College’s Eastern Christian Studies Program invites you to a lecture: Toward a Paradigm Change\, Theological Renewal of Eastern Christianity in the Face of Russia’s War in Ukraine. The evening will begin with Lenten Vespers at 6 pm\, followed by a lecture at 7 pm by Yury Avvakumov\, Associate Professor at University of Notre Dame. Light refreshments to follow. Please join us on Thursday\, March 26 at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church (9507 Austin O’Brien Rd.). To register go to: http://tiny.cc/t63z001
URL:https://stnicholasucp.ca/event/3006/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish\, 9507 Austin O'Brien Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6B 2C1\, Canada
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