Catholic Faith in Plain English
A free, no pressure, plain English 36 week course taught by Fr. Hawkswell and Maureen Creelman. Join us every Monday 10am - noon.
A free, no pressure, plain English 36 week course taught by Fr. Hawkswell and Maureen Creelman. Join us every Monday 10am - noon.
March 23, 24 and 25. Time : 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Location : Christ The Redeemer Parish Over three evenings, participants will be invited into a time of healing, mercy, and renewal through reflection, prayer, and worship: • Evening 1: Recognizing Our Wounds – with Deacon Steven Whan, followed by Stations of the Cross • Evening 2: Encountering the Healer – with Fr. Babu Mathew, followed by a Healing Mass • Evening 3: Restored and Sent Forth – with Deacon Tim Kostamo, followed by Adoration and Benediction. Praise and worship, prayers for healing, and fellowship will be part of this retreat.
Starting date: Tuesday—September 23rd at 7:00 PM. The weekly Saint Anthony’s Christian Meditation group will meet again! Pre-recorded 10 minute talk by Benedictines Fr. John Main or Fr. Laurence Freeman, a 25 minute silent meditation followed by time for questions and comments. For information contact JoAnn or Leo or visit http://wccm.org
What is Alpha? Alpha is a basic introduction to the Christian faith. All guests are welcome for a great meal, great video and an open dialogue about life's big questions in a friendly, welcoming setting. It's no pressure, no cost, and you're more than welcome to just come check out the first few sessions to see if it's for you. If you have never experienced Alpha - you are invited to come! If you have come to Alpha before, bring a friend! If you have more questions about Alpha, please contact Elizabeth elizabeth.sawv@gmail.com Ready to try Alpha? We start on Thursday, January 15 from 6:30 pm to 8:15 pm. Sign up in the foyer or contact the parish office or click here
6:30 PM Mass Followed by Stations of the Cross
MARCH 29 - PALM SUNDAY (you can pick up palms in the foyer on your way to Mass) APRIL 2 - HOLY THURSDAY 7:00 pm Mass of the Lord’s Last Supper, followed by Adoration until 10:00 pm APRIL 3 - GOOD FRIDAY 11:00 am Stations of the Cross for families 3:00 pm Liturgy of the Passion of the Lord APRIL 4 - HOLY SATURDAY 11:00 am Blessing of the Easter food baskets 4:00 - 5:00 pm Confessions available 9:00 pm Easter Vigil Mass, followed by reception in the Hall APRIL 5 - EASTER SUNDAY 8:30 am Sunday Mass 10:30 am Sunday Mass (* There are no morning masses on Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday)
Holy Saturday April 4th @ 11:00 AM Location Foyer All parishioners are welcome to join us for this tradition, full of beautiful catholic symbolism. What to put in the basket? Eggs — symbol of Jesus’ tomb, representing His Resurrection. Meat — symbol of Jesus as The Lamb of God. Bread — reminds us that Jesus is The Bread of Life. Salt — reminds us that we are The Salt of the Earth. Oil and vinegar — symbol of the Passion of Christ and the bitter of Passover. Wine — symbol of the Blood of the Lord. A white candle — symbol of the Light of the World. Lastly, the basket is covered with white linen, symbolizing the shroud in which Christ’s body was wrapped.
Wednesday, April 8 @ 6:30 PM, St Anthony's Parish
Science and the Supernatural : "Big Bang Theory and Cosmological Constants" Thursday, April 16, 2026 Time: 7:00 pm, Location: STA High School (541 West Keith Rd, North Vancouver) Please join us for a fascinating talk given by Dr. David Neima concerning: “BIG BANG THEORY AND COSMOLOGICAL CONSTANTS” To register for in person or on-line attendance, please email: adriana.landberg@gmail.com For inquiries, contact: jessicachoo@mac.com