Redemptoris Mater Missionary Seminary of Vancouver
2026-05-12 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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/

Novena to the Holy Spirit
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-23
As we prepare for the great feast of Pentecost, let us pray together the Holy Spirit Novena, Starting on Friday, May 15 @7pm during Holy Hour.Continuing May 16 to May 23 after every mass.
Come Holy Spirit !

Word Unfolding : Prophets To Jesus
2026-05-21 18:30 - 19:30
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
2026-05-27 - 2026-05-31
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.

Catholic Christian Outreach : Activate Conference 2026
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-31
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/

Project Advance
2026-06-06 - 2026-06-07
“Christ has no body now on earth but yours, no hands but yours, no feet but yours… Yours are the feet with which he walks to do good. Yours are the hands with which he blesses all the world.” Saint Teresa of Avila (1515-1582). This year the Project Advance theme “Stronger Together” emphasizes the importance of supporting the mission of our Church and the benefit of working together as a community. Each gift, regardless of its size is important in strengthening our Church. We ask everyone to prayerfully consider a donation within their own means to this year’s appeal. Gifts can be made at the table at the back of the church this weekend and next. Also, you can drop a donation in the collection basket (please indicate “Project Advance”) or donate online through the website http://www.projectadvance.ca
Thank you for your support. May God bless you and your loved ones.

Birthright Vancouver Annual Walk-A-Thon
2026-06-13 10:00 - 11:00
Saturday, June 13 @ 10:00 am. Starting at: Holy Name of Jesus Parish (4925 Cambie St.)Join Birthright Vancouver’s annual 3K fundraising walk! Funds raised will go towards supporting pregnant women and new moms in the Vancouver region.Birthright Vancouver is a crisis—pregnancy service that offers pregnant women the support they need, helping them make a realistic plan for her future and her child. For more information email: birthrightvancouver@gmail.com

Parish Feast Day
2026-06-13 18:00 - 20:30
Saturday, June 13th @ 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Join us for a joyful celebration of our Parish Feast Day! We will begin with 4:30 PM Mass, followed by dinner in the parish hall. This is a wonderful opportunity for fellowship, good food, and community spirit as we come together to celebrate our faith. Please sign up your attendance in the Foyer.

Chalice - Canadian Catholic International Child Sponsorship
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21
Weekend of June 20/21 after all weekend Masses. Location : Foyer.
Chalice is a Canadian Catholic International child sponsorship charity. For more than 30 years, our sponsors have supported children experiencing poverty to overcome obstacles, finish school, and have a hope-filled future.
At the June 20 and June 21 Masses, Chalice will provide you the opportunity to begin a relationship with a child in the developing world through the benefits of Child Sponsorship. These are children in extreme poverty living in South America, Asia and Africa who need your support to excel in their education and fulfill their God-given potential. Please visit http://chalice.ca for more information about its mission.

St Philomena Group
2026-06-20 09:30 - 11:30
Saturday, June 20, after 9:00 AM Mass. Location : Hobson Room
You are most welcome to join us for prayer.
St. Philomena, pray for us !

Single Mothers Luncheon - Momentum
2026-06-20 12:00 - 14:30
Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 @ 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, Location : Traditional Learning Academy Catholic School 1189 Rochester Avenue Coquitlam, BC V3K 2X3
Come spend an afternoon with other single mothers in a welcoming community of faith, encouragement, and fellowship. Whether this is your first gathering or you have attended before, we would love to see you there. Childcare and lunch will be provided.
For more information, please visit momentummothers.org.
To register : https://beholdvancouver.org/events/momentum

Charismatic Prayer Meeting
2026-06-20 18:30 - 20:00
Saturday, June 20 @ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM, St Anthony’s Parish Hall
Oh Sing to the Lord a new song; Sing to the Lord all the earth! Ps 96:1

CWL Mass and Meeting
2026-06-23 18:30 - 19:30
Tuesday, June 23rd, after 6:30 PM Mass Location: Parish Hall
Please plan to attend our last meeting of our traditional Strawberry Tea before the summer break. We have invited Father Hawkswell so we can celebrate the 45th anniversary of his ordination which is June 29th. Hope to see you all there !

ps Our CWL Centennial pink dogwood is blooming beautifully in the rectory garden !

St. Jean Baptiste Day - Mass in French
2026-06-24 19:00 - 20:00
Wednesday, Jun 24, 2026 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Location : Our Lady of Lourdes, 828 Laval Square
Coquitlam, BC V3K 2E6
Come celebrate St. Jean Baptiste Day on June 24!
For Catholics, it is the feast day of the nativity of St. John the Baptist. For the French-Canadian community in general, it is an important cultural holiday. Pope Pius X, in 1908, declared St. John the Baptist as the patron saint of all French-speaking Canadians, regardless of where they live in Canada.
An evening Mass, celebrated in French by Father Larry Lynn, will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Coquitlam. All are welcome!

Congratulations Father Vincent Hawkswell
2026-06-29 09:30 - 10:30
On Monday June 29, after morning Mass join us in the hall to celebrate Father Hawkswell on his 45TH Anniversary of his Ordination!
Father Vincent, you are a blessing to St. Anthony’s Parish. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do! May God Bless you.
— Your St. Anthony’s Parish family

Young Adult Ministry
2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:00
Thursday, July 9 @ 6:30 PM in the parish hall
All young adults 18 to 35 are invited! WE ARE WATCHiNG “THE CHOSEN” AND HAViNG DiNNER!
RSVP: elizabeth.sawv@gmail.com

Mass Notification
2026-07-14 - 2026-07-17
From Tuesday July 14 to Friday July 17, Masses will be celebrated 6:30 PM instead of 9 AM by Father Hawkswell.
The Church will be open during the day if you wish to come and pray.
Regular schedule will resume on Saturday July 18 with 9 AM Mass

The Door is Open
2026-07-17 12:00
Next pick up date: Friday, July 17 at 12:00 PM noon
Please drop off your food donations in the blue container outside the parish office;
New underwear and new socks are also appreciated.
If you would like to volunteer or contribute with special food donations please contact: ssvp.westvan@gmail.com

Adoration with Praise and Worship
2026-07-24 19:00 - 20:00
Friday, June 26, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM, St Anthony’s Parish
Adoration, Confessions, Praise & Worship, Prayer Ministry

Young Adults
2026-07-28 17:30 - 20:30
Tuesday, July 28 @5:30 – 8:30 PM.
ALL YOUNG ADULTS! Beach Day at Dundarave. Bring water and friends.
Meet at St Anthony’s Parish Hall for the Youth Group Volleyball Tourney.

Pro-Life Mass and Prayer Vigil
2026-08-01 09:00 - 10:00
Aug 1, 2026 @ 9 AM – St Pius X, 1150 Mt Seymour Road, North Vancouver
Sept 5, 2026 @ 9 AM – Immaculate Conception, 3278 W 28th Ave, Vancouver
Oct 3, 2026 # 9 AM – St Helen, 3860 Triump Street, Burnaby
Nov 7, 2026 @ 9 AM – St Michael, 9387 Holmes Street, Burnaby
Dec 5, 2026 @ 9 AM – St Joseph 1612 E 18th Ave, Vancouver

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.

Men's Shelter Donation
2026-08-01 13:00 - 13:30
Pick Up : Saturday, Aug 1st @ 1:00 – 1:30 PM
Where : Parish Parking Lot
Donations of sandwiches, baked goods and cookies are greatly appreciated.
For more information contact: nanthomas30@gmail.com

Catholic Street Missionaries -Summer Outreach Program
2026-08-08 - 2026-08-15
Are you a young adult (19–35) looking for a transformative experience of faith, service, and community? Hope on the Horizon is a homeless outreach and leadership program with a choice of 1 week or 2.5 week Program, in downtown Vancouver. Live in community, receive faith formation, develop street ministry skills, and serve those in need while growing in your relationship with Christ. No prior experience is needed—training, food, and accommodation are provided! Bursaries and fundraising options are available. For details and to apply by 30 June 2026, visit https://www.catholicstreetmissionaries.org/horizon
1 week Program : 8 – 15 Aug, 2026
2.5-Week Program : 8 – 23 Aug 2026

Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me. (Matthew 25:40)

Catholic Family Summit 2026
2026-08-08 13:00 - 19:30
Saturday, Aug 8, 1:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Location : Christ Redeemer Parish
“Rooted in the Word”
Every family is called to be a Domestic Church where faith is lived and passed on; where children first experience a faith community of love, prayer, and virtue. We believe that Scripture is not just “helpful reading” but the inspired and living Word of God that is essential to the Christian life. How can we, as families, be better rooted in God’s Word?
You and your family are invited to the Catholic Family Summit! Join with other families from around the Archdiocese to discover on the beauty and power of God’s Word through activities for all ages. The day will also include a Eucharistic Procession, anticipated Sunday Mass, and dinner.

Family Prayer with Scripture
Scripture isn’t just for church — it’s a living conversation God wants to have with your family every single day. Fr. Rich Conlin will introduce the RAP Method, a simple form of lectio divina built on three steps: Read, Ask, and Pray. This accessible practice invites families to slow down, open God’s Word, and listen for what He is personally saying to them. Come ready to discover a powerful tool your family can use together starting today.
Pondering the Parables (for ages 3-6 with parent participation)
Young children have such a capacity to wonder. How can parents help to encourage that curiosity? Through this session, children will be invited to ponder the parables through catechist-led presentations, while parents can watch and observe their child’s receptivity and wonder as God speaks to them through His Word.
Living Scriptures (for children and youth ages 7 to 18)
The Bible is an epic narrative full of powerful characters and memorable tales. Through this session, children and youth will be led by the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist to experience God’s Word through live performance.
Register by July 27 https://beholdvancouver.org/events/catholic-family-summit
Registration ($15/adult, $10/ children 5 years and older; families are capped at $65 each.)

Altar Servers
2026-08-12
Ever thought about being more involved in Mass? Come to our altar server training this summer!
1. Choose one of the following dates for your training:
Wednesday, August 12th 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Thursday, August 27th 2:00 – 3:00 PM
2. Scan the QR Code to contact Francis-Josef Adam with the date you can come for the training!

Pilgrimage To The Grotto Of Our Lady Of Lourdes
2026-08-15 10:00 - 14:00
Saturday, Aug 15, Starting at 10:00 AM. Location : Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission BC
St. Joseph’s Parish, Mission, invites you to the historic Fraser River Heritage Park to celebrate the Holy Eucharist in honour of Our Lady at 1:00 PM.
Archbishop Richard Smith will celebrate Mass, followed by procession to the grotto where the rosary will be prayed, and Benediction of the Most
Blessed Sacrament. All are welcome! Bring your own picnic lunch and chairs. Confessions will be heard on site at 10:00 a.m.
Learn more at: http://beholdvancouver.org/events/mission-grotto

RCIA News
2026-09-09
Do you know someone inquiring about the Catholic faith? Is someone in your family wanting to receive
the Sacraments of Initiation? Please contact Elizabeth at elizabeth.sawv@gmail.com or the parish office

Men's Retreat : Ancient Path
2026-09-11 - 2026-09-13
From Friday Sept 11 to Sunday Sept 13, Location : Rockridge Canyon, Princeton B.C.
This inspiring weekend retreat invites men ages 19+ to gain clarity on how to move through the world that will bring you to a place of peace and ease in your life.
It is an opportunity to reconnect with God, grow in your faith, and build lasting brotherhood with other men seeking to follow Christ.
Registration closes August 21, but spaces fill quickly and the retreat typically sells out.
Register soon at: http://rcav.org/mens-retreat-you won’t want to miss this life-giving weekend!
