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
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
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
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!
The goal of PREP (Parish Religious Education Program) is to assist parents in the religious education of children attending non-Catholic schools in Grades 2 to 7 and to prepare them to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist in Grade 2 and Confirmation in Grade 7.
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.
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
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
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!
The goal of PREP (Parish Religious Education Program) is to assist parents in the religious education of children attending non-Catholic schools in Grades 2 to 7 and to prepare them to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist in Grade 2 and Confirmation in Grade 7.
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
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.
Rite of Acceptance and Welcoming Sunday, Dec 13TH @ 10:30 AM Mass. Come and show your support to our new catechumens and candidates as they take this important step in their journey towards the Sacraments of Initiation. During this special Mass, they will affirm their commitment to continue their preparation and walk to deeper discipleship.
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
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
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!
The goal of PREP (Parish Religious Education Program) is to assist parents in the religious education of children attending non-Catholic schools in Grades 2 to 7 and to prepare them to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist in Grade 2 and Confirmation in Grade 7.
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
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)
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!
