Welcome to St.Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church, dedicated to the Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Blessed Mother has been extraordinarily revered by Ukrainians since the nation first accepted Christianity in 988 AD.

St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church Basilian Fathers

 

Pastor: Fr. Josaphat Tyrkalo, OSBM

 

In Residence: Most Rev. Severian Yakymyshyn, OSBM

(Bishop Emeritus)

 

 

550 West 14th Ave.

Vancouver, BC

V5Z 1P6 Canada

P.: 604.879.5830

F.: 604.874.2727

 
 


Emblem of the Order of Saint Basil The Great
Emblem of the Order of Saint Basil The Great The monogram ICX signifies Jesus Christ the Light of the World who illumines the way Basilians must go to be perfect.

The pillar of fire represents St.Basil's firm faith and intense love of God and fellowman.

The oak branch represents courage, fortitude and perseverance.

The olive branch typifies the peace of Christ and love of knowledge and wisdom.

Finally the words: Talis est Basilius Magnus - Such is Basil the Great.