Pro-Life Mass
2025-08-02 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Saturday August 2nd @ 8:00 AM, St John The Apostle Parish, #5457 Trafalgar St, Vancouver BC.

Join your voice with ours as we pray for respect for all human life. Hosted by the Archdiocese of Vancouver, we will begin with Mass, followed by the Rosary and other prayers.

Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
2025-08-14 - 2025-08-15
All are welcome to come celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary:

Thursday, August 14, 7 p.m.
Solemn High Mass in English (Vigil)
Our Lady of the Assumption Parish (3141 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam)
Friday, August 15, 6:30 p.m.
Traditional Latin Mass
Holy Rosary Cathedral (646 Richards St., Vancouver)
Features a polyphonic mass setting sung by our large project choir

MOTET, a Vancouver-based chamber ensemble, will present Herbert Howells’ Mass in the Dorian Mode, sung in context for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Learn more at https://beholdvancouver.org/events/assumption

Parish Picnic
2025-09-07 16:00 - 19:00 | St Anthony’s Parish, 2347 Inglewood Avenue, West Vancouver, British Columbia
Our annual picnic will take place on Sunday Sept 7th, 4-7 PM.
Sign up in the foyer for attendance and/or volunteering….
Everyone is invited !!
Dessert Contest at the Parish Picnic – bring your favorite homemade dessert.

CWL Annual Thrift Sale
2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00
Saturday September 13th at the Parish Hall.
Don’t miss our amazing Annual Thrift Sale ! Come and shop for great bargains and treasures at our thrift sale. Help us make a difference in the world by donating your gently used items, and encourage family and friends to come to our sale. We are looking for :-
Jewellery, Gently worn clothing, Household items, Toys, Art pieces. (Due to limited spaces, please do not bring in furnitures, electronics, skis, snowboards, or sports gear.
Donations can be drop off at the Parish Hall from Tuesday 9th – Thursday 11th September, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Friday 12th September, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (NOON)

Second Collection - Healing and Reconciliation
2025-09-14
To support healing and reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in our province.
Archdiocesan Collection
Second Sunday in September

Catholic Faith in Plain English
2025-09-15 10:00 - 12:00
A free, no pressure, plain English 36 week course taught by Fr. Hawkswell and Maureen Creelman.
Catholics and non-Catholics are welcome to attend.
Join us every Monday 10:00am – 12:00pm

Upper Room Conference
2025-09-20
The Upper Room Conference is for those who long to see the Gospel take root in their homes, parishes, and communities. This experience will help you clarify your personal call to evangelize and strengthen your impact in ministry.
2—DAY EVENT !
Day 1, Sat 20th Sept : Pacific Academy Surrey 8:15 AM – 5:30 PM
Day 2, Sat 27th Sept : Christ The Redeemer 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Registration https://rcav.regfox.com/upper-room-2025
Follow these simple steps, and get a discount of $20! THE DISCOUNT CODE FOR OUR PARISHIONERS IS:STAWV20

1. Click register and fill the form.
2. Please indicate you belong to: Saint Anthony’s—West Vancouver[North Shore Deanery] in the Parish Selection.
3. Just before entering you billing information, enter the code STAWV20 in the discount box, and click Apply.
4. A new message of $20 discount applied should appear. This means St. Anthony’s Parish will cover $20 of your registration!

Please contact Elizabeth Holman at: elizabeth.sawv@gmail.com or Alex at parish.sawv@rcav.orgor at the Parish Office for any questions

Second Collection - Needs of the Church in Canada
2025-09-28
To support the work of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops.
National Collection
Last Sunday in September

Magnificat - Fall Prayer Brunch
2025-10-04 11:00 - 14:00
Date: Saturday, October 4TH — 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: John Paul II Pastoral Centre.
In the words of the Magnificat, Mary proclaimed to Elizabeth her gratitude for the wonderful action of God in her life.
Please join us at a brunch for Catholic women of Vancouver where we will share together in that same spirit of gratitude and praise. After brunch, there will be a time of prayer for the needs of all present and an opportunity to hear one woman’s experience of the transforming love of Christ in her own life.
Come and bring a friend to rejoice in the presence of the Lord. Registration deadline: Friday, September 26, 12 p.m.
Learn more and register at https://beholdvancouver.org/events/magnificat-prayer-luncheon

Pet Blessing
2025-10-05 14:00 - 15:00
Sunday October 5TH @ 2:00 PM
Location: Front lawn of the Church
Bring your pets to our blessing of the animals in honour of St. Francis of Assisi and his love of animals. Please ensure your pet is on a leash or in a cage. Invite your pet-owning friends and neighbours to this community event!

RCIT
2025-10-08 17:00 - 18:00
Rite of Christian Initiation for Teens will start on: Wednesday, Oct 8th @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM Location : The Sacristy at St Anthony’s Parish.
It will run weekly until the end of May 2026. For more information please contact prep@rcav.org if you would like to join this program!

RCIA
2025-10-14 18:30 - 19:30
Join us every Tuesday @ 6:30 PM at the Parish Hall.
Do you know anyone who is inquiring about the faith? RCIA may be for them!
For more information contact Fr. Arsene or Elizabeth Holman : elizabeth.sawv@gmail.com

Second Collection - World Mission Sunday (Evangelization of the Nations)
2025-10-19
To help the Society for the Propagation of the Faith assist missionary bishops and dioceses throughout the world.
National Collection
Second Last Sunday in October

St Thomas Aquinas
2025-10-19 - 2025-12-05
St Thomas Aquinas Regional Secondary School is pleased to advise that the application window for the 2026-2027 school year (Grade 8-12) is open. All are welcome to apply for incoming Grades 8 through 12. Complete the application process on the Admissions tab of the school’s website and please apply before December 5th, 2025.
STA looks forward to receiving your child’s application for the upcoming school year. If you have any questions, please contact Ms Donovan at cdonovan@acquinas.org

Spiritual Adoption of Seminarians
2025-10-27 - 2025-11-02
Sign up at the parish vestibule and pray for a seminarian! Please continue praying for our seminarians as they journey towards priesthood. This initiative helps to provide encouragement for those preparing for ordination.
This coming Holidays, it would be great for them to hear from you with a Christmas Card. Contact the office for more information.

Remembering Our Loved Ones
2025-11-01 18:00 - 19:00
Following 4:30 PM holy mass, Saturday, November 1 @ 6:00 PM in St Anthony’s Parish. Prayers for our faithful departed followed by a light dinner. RSVP in the vestibule.
Everyone is welcome to bring a photo of their loved ones.

Second Collection - Peter’s Pence
2025-11-02
Support offered to the Holy Father as a sign of sharing in the concern of the Pope for the many different needs of the Universal Church and for the relief of those most in need.
National Collection
First Sunday in November

Religious Items from Belarus
2025-11-07 18:30 - 19:30
FRIDAY, NOV 7 After 6:30 PM Mass @ Parish Vestibule
We invite you to see and purchase handmade religious articles made by our Sisters of St. Elisabeth Convent (Belarus), such as crucifixes, wood carvings, embroidered and ceramic gifts, rosaries, vestments, and other souvenirs.
Sisterhood of St. Elisabeth take care of mentally challenged children and adults. These patients need constant support owing to the fact that their illnesses make it impossible for them to adapt socially. Your support will help with the current Convent’s construction and its charitable work.

Second Collection - Home Missions
2025-11-16
To support the 12 Catholic missions in First Nations communities throughout the Archdiocese, and the Apostleship of the Sea serving seafarers who work on ships that visit Vancouver harbour.
Archdiocesan Collection
Third Sunday in November

CWL Advent Breakfast
2025-11-29 09:00 - 12:00
Saturday, November 29th after 9:00 AM Mass. Location – Parish Hall.
Don’t miss out on this lovely way to commence the season of Advent. Our guest speaker is Father Lucio Choi, pastor of Holy Trinity Parish.
Visit the parish office, or email parish.sawv@rcav.org to reserve your ticket NOW! Your timely ticket reservation helps our organizing team with the ordering of breakfast items. Tickets are free. We hope to see you there.

Our next CWL monthly meeting: Tuesday, November 25TH after 9:00 am Mass.

There will also be lovely handmade items made by our Craft Group and Pro-Life Christmas Cards available for purchase on the weekend of November 29TH and 30TH after Masses, Location: Parish Hall.

Pro Life Christmas Cards – 1 pack of 10 cards and envelopes for $10 or 3 packs for $25.

The Giving Tree
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-21
How can you participate?
You are all invited to take a card from the Giving Tree by the foyer. Once you have bought the corresponding gift card, please leave it at the parish office. The gift cards you buy will be delivered to support one of the five organizations below:
Eva’s House Transition home that provides a safe environment to women and children after fleeing domestic abuse.
Harvest Project Helps people experiencing family trauma, illness, job loss, and threat of poverty.
Luke 15 Supports men struggling with addiction to access a program in a safe and welcoming home.
CoSa Reduces sexual victimization and assist people who have committed sexual offences to lead responsible and accountable lives in their communities.
Birthright Provides support, guidance and reassurances to women facing unexpected pregnancies, and assistance with purchasing maternity and baby items and food.

Second Collection - Youth Ministry
2025-12-07
To support Archdiocesan youth programs. 50% is returned to the parishes for their youth programs.
Archdiocesan Collection
First Sunday in December

Advent Penitential Services
2025-12-11 - 2025-12-20
ADVENT PENITENTIAL SERVICES
This Advent, take a step in your spiritual journey by returning to Jesus in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. By opening your heart to his healing mercy, you are preparing a place for his joy and peace this Christmas.
Thursday, December 11TH 9:00 am — St. Thomas Aquinas High School
Tuesday, December 16TH 7:00 pm — Christ The Redeemer
Wednesday, December 17TH 10:30 am — St. Stephen’s 7:00 pm — St. Edmund’s
Friday, December 19TH 7:00 pm — St. Pius X
Saturday, December 20TH 7:00 pm — St. Joseph, Squamish
Saturday, December 20TH 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Church of the Assumption, Powell River
Learn more at: http://rcav.org/announcements/advent-penitential-services

Our Lady Of Guadalupe Feast
2025-12-12 18:30 - 20:30
Friday December 12TH. Mass @ 6:30 pm, Dinner @ 7 pm Location: St. Anthony’s Parish Hall.
You are invited to the celebration of our Lady of Guadalupe, join us with a Potluck Feast! Sign up in the Foyer outside the church.
You can bring chili con carne, guacamole and nacho chips, salad, dessert, or help us in volunteering with serving or clearing up. For more information contact Laura or the parish office.

A Very Merry YOUTHMAS
2025-12-14 17:00 - 20:00
Sunday, Dec 14th @ 5PM – 8 PM, St Anthony’s Parish Church Hall
Join us for Dinner, Christmas Games, Gingerbread house making contest…..
Christ Redeemer and St Anthony’s Parish Youth Ministries collaboration. All youth in Grades 7-12 are welcome !
RSVP to Peter and Harrison on Whatsapp, Instagram or at sapyouthmin@gmail.com

Journey Through Advent 2025
2025-12-21 - 2025-12-24
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops presents Journey through Advent with the Most Rev. Wayne Lobsinger, Auxilliary Bishop of Hamilton. Join us as we reflect on the Scriptures for the Sundays of Advent 2025.
A joint initiative of the National Liturgy Office, the Office national de liturgie and the Office for Evangelization and Catechesis.
Watch Here

Christmas and New Year Mass
2025-12-24 - 2026-01-01 | St Anthony’s Parish, 2347 Inglewood Avenue, West Vancouver, British Columbia
As we approach the joyful season of Christmas, we invite you to come together in faith and celebrate the birth of our Savior at St. Anthony’s. Please join us for our special mass services as we share in the love, joy, and hope that this Holy Christmas season brings. We invite you to celebrate these sacred times with us and to bring your family and friends to experience the peace and love of Christ’s birth.
We also prepare to welcome the New Year to reflect and give thanks.
Whether you are attending Mass for the first time or have been with us for years, we welcome you with open arms.
Christmas Eve Mass (December 24th, Wednesday)
4:30 PM 10:00 PM
Christmas Day Mass (December 25th, Thursday)
8:30 AM 10:30 AM
Holy Family Sunday Mass
4:30 PM (December 27th, Saturday)
8:30 AM 10:30 AM (December 28th, Sunday)
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass
4:30 PM (December 31st, Wednesday)
8:30 AM 10:30 AM (January 1st, Thursday)

Christmas Mass
2025-12-24 16:30 - 17:30
Christmas Eve Mass (December 24th, Wednesday)
4:30 PM 10:00 PM
Christmas Day Mass (December 25th, Thursday)
8:30 AM 10:30 AM

Boxing Day Skating Party
2025-12-26 10:00 - 11:30
Friday, Dec 26th @ 10:00 – 11:45 AM. Location : The Ice Arena at West Van Community Center.
All parishioners are invited to the Boxing Day Skating Party hosted by St. Anthony’s Parish.
This event is a great opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate the Holiday Season with some fun on the ice. We hope to see you there!

Holy Family Sunday Mass
2025-12-27 16:30 - 17:30
Holy Family Sunday Mass
4:30 PM (December 27th, Saturday)
8:30 AM 10:30 AM (December 28th, Sunday)
