YOU are invited to join our Journey through Grief. Join this 11week program as we build community with others who have experienced loss, gain a better understanding of what we are experiencing and give and receive support and encouragement while journeying through mourning. Sessions are held each spring at the Eparchial Pastoral Centre, 9645-108 Ave. […]
Divine Liturgy at Southfort Bend Gardens Lodge: A Spiritual Gathering for Seniors Join 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 […]
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. Our community is dedicated to the Eden Alternative model of care, which promotes maximum independence, choice, and dignity for each resident and encourages […]
THE UKRAINIAN FILM FESTIVAL IN ALBERTA CALGARY 4-6 APRIL 2025 EDMONTON 11-13 APRIL 2025 This year, the Ukrainian Film Festival in Alberta (UFFA) will showcase a selection of contemporary films about Ukraine in Edmonton and Calgary. These critically acclaimed films have received international recognition and won numerous awards. Over two weekends, festival-goers will have the […]
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts with Panahyda @ 7:00 p.m. The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts is a special liturgical service in the Eastern Catholic churches, that is celebrated during Lent, particularly on Wednesdays and Fridays. It is a unique form of the Divine Liturgy, in that it does not include the full celebration […]
Lazarus Saturday: History and Importance in Eastern Christianity Lazarus Saturday is the day before Palm Sunday and marks the resurrection of Lazarus of Bethany by Jesus Christ(John 11:1-45). It is a significant feast in the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) because it serves as a bridge between Great Lent and […]
Easter Marke Easter Market / Великодній ярмарок Saturday, April 12, 2025 ACUA (Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts) Unit 100, 10554 – 110 St. Edmonton NW 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. – ACUA members 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – ACUA friends
Why Church Cleanup Before Easter Is Important in Ukrainian Tradition In Ukrainian Christian tradition, cleaning the church before Easter (Pascha) is not just a practical task but a deeply spiritual and communal act. It reflects the preparation of both the church and the faithful for the greatest feast of the year—the Resurrection of Christ. For […]
Palm Sunday, or Flower Sunday (as it is known in some Ukrainian communities), is an important event in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic tradition, marking the beginning of Holy Week in the Eastern Christian liturgical calendar. This day commemorates the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, as described in the Gospels, where crowds greeted Him […]
Join Us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy As 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. […]
Experience the Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton Join 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 […]
Ponedilok Strasnoho Tyzhnia (Понеділок Страсного Тижня) – Holy Monday of Passion Week in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Tradition In the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Ponedilok Strasnoho Tyzhnia (Holy Monday of Passion Week) marks the beginning of Strasnyj Tyzhden’ (Passion Week), the final week of Great Lent and the lead-up to the celebration of Pascha (Easter). […]
Both "Хресна Дорога" and "панахида" are important liturgical terms in the Ukrainian Catholic Church (and in other Eastern Christian traditions), but they refer to two very different things: 1. Хресна Дорога (Khresna Doroha) – Way of the Cross: As we discussed earlier, "Хресна Дорога" refers to the Way of the Cross, a devotion that commemorates […]
Вівторок Страсного Тижня (Holy Tuesday of Passion Week) in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Tradition In the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, the days leading up to Pascha (Easter) during Holy Week are filled with deep spiritual significance, and each day has its own unique focus and customs. These days prepare the faithful for the passion, death, […]
Experience Divine Liturgy at St. Isidore School Join 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 […]
The Importance of the Sorokouste During Great Lent: The memorial services during Great Lent not only pray for the deceased but also serve as a reminder to the living of the importance of repentance, prayer, and the hope of eternal life. The connection between prayer for the departed and the Lenten theme of repentance emphasizes […]
Середа Страсного Тижня (Holy Wednesday of Passion Week) in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Tradition In the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, the days leading up to Pascha (Easter) during Holy Week are filled with deep spiritual significance, and each day has its own unique focus and customs. These days are meant to prepare the faithful for […]
Holy Thursday in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Holy Thursday is a day rich in theological significance, commemorating the institution of the Holy Eucharist, Christ's Washing of the Feet, the Blessing of the Holy Antimension, the Blessing of the Holy Myron, and the preparation of the table for the Plaschanytsia. The services for the day […]
Matins of the Passion of Christ (Holy Thursday Evening with the Reading of 12 Gospels) The Matins of the Passion of Christ, also known as the Service of the 12 Gospels, is one of the most solemn and profound services in the Eastern Orthodox Church and Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC). It takes place on […]
Holy Friday Service of Great Vespers with the Laying of the Shroud (Виставлення Плащаниці) The Great Vespers with the Laying of the Shroud (Велика Вечірня з Виставленням Плащаниці) is one of the most solemn and deeply moving services of Holy Friday in both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC). It […]
Jerusalem Matins (Надгробне / Нішні Плачі) – A Ukrainian Holy Saturday Tradition The Jerusalem Matins, known in Ukrainian as "Надгробне" ("Nadhrobne") or "Плачі" ("Lamentations"), is one of the most solemn and mystical services of Holy Saturday in the Eastern Orthodox Church and Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC). It is a funeral service for Christ, where […]
Vespers with the Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great, Holy Saturday The Vespers with the Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great on Holy Saturday is one of the most important liturgical services in the Eastern Orthodox Church and Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC). It combines two distinct parts: the Vespers (evening prayer) and […]
Nadhrobne Service (Надгробне) on Holy Saturday Evening or Easter Sunday Early Morning The Nadhrobne (also called the "Lamentations" or "Jerusalem Matins") is a deeply moving and historically significant service within the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. This service is traditionally celebrated in some churches on Holy Saturday evening or early Sunday […]
Христос Воскрес! Воістину Воскрес! Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen! The Glorious and Holy Sunday of the Resurrection of Our Lord - PASCHA Pascha, the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ, is the most important and joyous feast in the Christian liturgical calendar. For both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Ukrainian Greek Catholic […]
Easter Monday – Bright Monday (White Monday) and Bright Week in the Eastern Christian Tradition In the Eastern Christian liturgical tradition, Easter Monday, also known as Bright Monday or White Monday, holds special significance as it is part of the ongoing celebration of Pascha (Easter). This day, along with the entire week following Pascha, is […]
Easter Tuesday: The Road to Emmaus and the Greeting "Khrystos Voskres, Yavyvsia Simonovi" Easter Tuesday in the Eastern Christian liturgical calendar is part of Bright Week, the time when the joyful celebration of Christ's Resurrection continues. While Easter Sunday and Monday are marked by grand liturgies and communal feasts, Easter Tuesday (known in some traditions […]
Experience the Weekly Divine Liturgy on Wednesdays Join us every Wednesday for the Weekly Divine Liturgy at our parish, a beautiful opportunity for worship, reflection, and community bonding in the heart of our spiritual life. This midweek service allows our congregation to come together to deepen our faith, find solace in prayer, and connect. The […]
Join Us for the Rosary Prayer Before Divine Liturgy As 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. […]
Experience the Divine Liturgy on Sundays at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Edmonton Join 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 […]
Experience Divine Liturgy at St. Isidore School Join 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 […]
Experience the Weekly Divine Liturgy on Wednesdays Join us every Wednesday for the Weekly Divine Liturgy at our parish, a beautiful opportunity for worship, reflection, and community bonding in the heart of our spiritual life. This midweek service allows our congregation to come together to deepen our faith, find solace in prayer, and connect. The […]
“Morning Prayer and Coffee for the Man” Fr. Slavko is inviting all men to join a monthly gathering called “Morning Prayer and Coffee for the Man”. This is an opportunity for men to come together, pray, and have a morning conversation with God, as well as to discuss any challenges they may face in their […]
