Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Parish
(St Mary’s) 560 West 14th Avenue Vancouver, BC.
Divine Liturgy –Sundays 8:30am English 10:30am Ukrainian Daily – Mon-Sat 7:30am
A church in the Byzantine Rite. Part of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of New Westminster.
Welcome! The Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish welcomes everyone to our Divine Liturgy. Thank you for worshipping with us. Please join us for coffee and sweets following 10:30 Divine Liturgy.
Fr. Joseph Pidskalny, OSBM – Administrator (o. Йосип Підскальний, ЧСВВ)
Fr. Dionysiy Zavedyuk, OSBM – Assistant (o. Діонисій Заведюк, ЧСВВ)
Mission Days 2026
Each year, our Ukrainian Catholic Church faithfully embraces the beautiful tradition of Mission Days (Декада місійності), a special period of prayer, reflection, renewed evangelical zeal and action in all our parishes throughout the world. Mission Days begin on the Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord and conclude with the Feast of Pentecost.
This year that is from May 14-24. In his Letter of Appeal to the faithful of the Eparchy of New Westminster Bishop Michael writes, “As we enter the fifth year of the full-scale war in Ukraine, we cannot ignore the deep wounds inflicted upon families – separation, loss, uncertainty, and suffering. In this context, our Church invites us to turn our hearts toward God with renewed trust and hope. The central prayer intention of these ten days is the preservation and renewal of our families, so that our homes – sometimes marked by pain (as in Ukraine) or other challenges – may once again become places of peace, healing where the faith is lived as true domestic churches that radiate hope into the world.
During these ten days, we are encouraged to reflect daily on passages from the Gospel of John, as seen through the lens of married and family life, and to respond through concrete missionary actions on a personal, parish, and broader community level.
This year, I am especially grateful to the priests of our Eparchy, who have generously undertaken a unique common initiative. Each day from the Feast of the Ascension to Pentecost, one of our priests will offer a pre-recorded Moleben or some other prayer service, together with a reading of the prescribed Gospel passage and a brief reflection. These daily spiritual offerings will be made available on the official Facebook page of our Eparchy, making it possible not only for our faithful locally, but also for those beyond our Eparchy, to unite with us in prayer and preparation for the coming of the Holy Spirit.”
Bishop Michael continues, “I warmly invite each of you to take part in this spiritual journey, gather with your families in prayer, reflect on the Word of God, and share this initiative with your relatives, friends, and fellow parishioners.”
Bishop Michael’s Letter of Appeal, as well as links to each daily reflection, can be found on the Eparchy’s website: https://nweparchy.ca or its Facebook page.(2) Facebook NW eparchy
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There will be daily posts that you can reflect upon here: Bulletins Archives – St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church
Mission Days 2026 – PASTORAL APPEAL | Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of New Westminster
Each day, from May 14-24 there will be a Liturgical service and message posted on the Eparchial Website for Mission Days 2026. That is the 10 days from the Feast of Ascension to the Feast of Pentecost.
Mission Days 2026 – Thursday, May 14 | Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of New Westminster
Sincerest condolences are extended to: The Family of the late Mary Balsevich (Balsevicius) who passed away in March 2026. and Nataliya Vankovych and Family on the passing of her mother Bohdana Moroz.
Please keep them in your prayers. Вічная Пам’ять
Tuesday, May 19: 7:00 pm – Moleben to the Mother of God in church.
Tuesday, May 21: 7:00 pm – Moleben to the Mother of God in church.
Sunday, May 24: Feast of Pentecost. On this day we invite you to join us for Fellowship after the 8:30 and 10:30 Divine Liturgies. Let us celebrate this beautiful and wonderful Feast of the Descent of the Holy Spirit upon all of us.
10:00 am – Moleben to the Mother of God in church.
10:30 am: Divine Liturgy and Panachyda will be celebrated for the intention of our deceased relatives, friends, and acquaintances who have passed away in Ukraine.We invite all parishioners to unite in prayer at the church for the souls of the departed. May the celebration of the Feast of Pentecost be a time of spiritual unity, a sign of Christian remembrance, love, and hope in the resurrection
неділя, 24 травня :Божественна Літургія за всіх померлих родичів і друзів – На свято П’ятдесятниці (Зіслання Святого Духа), буде відслужено Божественну Літургію в наміренні всіх наших померлих родичів, друзів і знайомих, які спочили в Україні.
Оскільки ми не маємо можливості здійснити традиційне відвідування цвинтаря та панахиду зі священником в Україні, запрошуємо усіх парафіян долучитися до спільної молитви у храмі за душі померлих. Нехай у цей празник наше молитовне єднання стане знаком християнської пам’яті, любові та надії на воскресіння.
Moleben to the Blessed Mother will be celebrated during the month of May. We will celebrate Moleben on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm in the residence chapel, and at 10:00 am in church on Sundays.
У травні відправляємо Молебень до Пресвятої Богородиці у каплиці, кожного вівторка і четверга о 7:00 вечора, і в церкві кожної неділі о 10:00 ранку. Просимо взяти участь.
English Classes at St. Mary’s
Due to an overwhelming interest in the English Classes, we are not accepting any new students at this time. The registration is now closed, and the class is full.Thank you!
Заняття з англійської мови
У зв’язку з високим попитом, реєстрацію на заняття з англійської мови закрито. Усі місця в класі заповнені, тому нових студентів на разі не приймаємо. Щиро дякуємо
Ukrainian Embroidery Club –
Ukrainian Embroidery Club meet on Monday evenings. Contact: Emily at 778-888-3057.
Ukrainian Classes for Adults
Ukrainian classes for adults on Monday evenings. Contact: info@ukrainianclasses.com or Susan at 604-733-3756
Parish Photos can be accessed St Mary’s Photo albums | Flickr Other Photos :Ukrainian Christmas Fair Photos and Promos
Ukrainian Christmas Fair November 29,2025 click on Photo folder Christmas 2026 at: Christmas Fair https://fex.net/s/syprypv
Test your Ukrainian Language skill here WORDLE українською — вгадуй нове слово щодня (WORDLE-ua.net)
Altar Servers
If any young men are interested in becoming an altar server at either the 8:30 or 10:30 am Sunday Divine Liturgy, please speak to Subdeacon Adrian Kopystynski .
To help the People of Ukraine https://www.stmarysbc.com/contact-us/links/
Events of interest
The Merry Marching Band (kids)
Saturday May 23 12:30pm
Surrey Arts Centre Surrey
Vyshyvanka Day 20th Anniversary
Saturday May 23 1pm
Anvil Centre New West
Perogies for Peace
Saturday May 30 4pm
Holy Eucharist cathedral New West
Василь Байдак -comedy
Tuesday June 9 7-9pm
Ivan Franko Society Richmond
Nanaimo UkrFest 2026
Sunday June 14 1pm
Nanaimo BC
Camp St. Volodymyr-( ages 7-15)
August 2026 pre register at: St. Volodymyr 2026 – Interest Form BC
Bucha is a Ukraine-made thriller about the first phase of Russia’s 2022 invasion, (Streaming Now)
Check with the venue for details or updates