Events

Saturday, May 2 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm, location : Archbishop Carney Secondary School (Port Coquitlam) CYC welcomes youth in grades 8-12 and the adults who are journeying with them to this full-day event! This event will include a keynote speaker, breakout sessions, prayer, praise & worship music, food and opportunities to interact with other youth from around the Archdiocese!  Interested in attending? Contact us at: sapyouthmin@gmail.com

9th May and 10th May, after each mass. please have a look at the religious wood carvings that will be for sale in the foyer. These articles are hand crafted by the Christians of the Holy land. With every purchase, we will be supporting Christian families in staying rooted in the Land of Christ. 70 years ago, the Christian population in the Holy Land was 20%, now they are only 1% as more Christians feel pressured to leave their homeland for political reasons. Please note that that only cash will be accepted as payment at this time. 

Weekend of May 9/10 after all weekend Masses. Location : Foyer Please bring a new baby item on Mother’s Day weekend; these will be donated to Birthright BCwhich supports young mothers. Suggestions: Sleepers, onesies, blankets, soothers, sippy cups, or gift cards to purchase diapers and formula. Strollers and furniture cannot be donated for safety reasons. CWL members will be collecting donations in the church entrance. Thank you for your suppot

From Tuesday, May 12 to Saturday, May 16. Locations and times vary. Come and experiencethe healing touch of Jesus!Be transformed in body, mind, and soul on a three-hourhealing service organized by Shalom World Conferences. - May 12, 6—9 PM at St. Edmund’s Parish, North Vancouver - May 13, 6—9 PM at St. Paul, Richmond - May 14, 6—9 PM at St. Matthew, Surrey - 2-day Retreat:Friday May 15, 6—9 PM and Saturday May 16, 9 AM—7 PMat St. Peter, New Westminster The event includes Holy Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, spiritual talk, and special prayers for healing and blessing the sick.All are welcome! Learn more and register for free at: https://beholdvancouver.org/events/jesus-heals

11th Annual Spring Gala. Tuesday, May 12. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Dinner & Silent Auction. Location : Italian Cultural Centre (3075 Slocan St, Vancouver Please join us for the 11th Annual Spring Gala, a night of fine dining, great entertainment, inspiring testimonies and a silent auction in support of seminarians discerning and answering God’s call. Early Bird tickets are available at $120 until April 12. Use coupon code: EARLYBIRD26 To buy tickets : https://www.rmsvancouver.ca/  

Starting Thursday, May 14 @ 6:30 PM, St Anthony's Parish Hall Join us for a 5 week faith study. Come explore the story of the Old Testament prophets. Discover anew the fullness of God's revelation in Jesus. Sign up in the foyer or email : parish.sawv@rcav.org

EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES OF THE WORLD —VATICAN INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION From Wednesday May 27 to Sunday May 31 Location: St. Matthew’s Parish, Surrey Experience eucharistic miracles through this exhibit, which features educational panels on Church-approved Eucharistic Miracles throughout history, museum quality replica of the Santo Caliz (Holy Cup of Valencia), and DVDs on the Holy Eucharist (the Source & Summit of the Catholic Faith). There will be books and memento for sale (cash or cheque only). Free admission, donations appreciated.

Friday, May 29 - Sunday, May 31 Location: Sheraton Hotel at YVR airport  The Activate Conference is a gathering place for clergy, diocesan staff, parish leaders, teachers, and lay people to be empowered to live out the Great Commission. Receive encouragement and wisdom for your context through transformative prayer and dynamic presentations from leaders across Canada and beyond. Register by April 30. Early bird $455 until April 15. For registration and more information please visit: https:// activate26.cco.ca/