HAPPY 10th ANNIVERSARY OF EPISCOPAL ORDINATION

Eis Polla Eti Despota

Happy 10th Anniversary of Episcopal Ordination to our Bishop Ken!

All God’s blessings for many more years to come!

Eis Polla Eti Despota – На Многая Літа, Владико!

24 July 2007 - 24 July 2017

Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta

St. Nicholas the Wonderworker (Victoria)

14 January at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Victoria, British Columbia – Bishop Ken of the Eparchy of New Westminster celebrated a special devotion service … a Moleben to Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta and afterwards Fr. Brian Kolodiejchuk postulator of the Canonization of St. Mother Teresa directed a spiritual afternoon of renewal by sharing the life and message of St. Teresa.

Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Vancouver)

A great day, Sunday 15 January at the Protection of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Vancouver. Divine Liturgy with Bishop Ken & Fr. Brian Kolodiejchuk and then a most up lifting spiritual conference on Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta.

Formation of the Mother of God (Kelowna)

A wonderful evening in Kelowna, British Columbia, Eparchy of New Westminster. After the celebration of the special prayer Moleben service dedicated to St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta celebrated by Bishop Ken at Holy Dormition of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic parish, Fr. Brian Kolodiejchuk MC, postulator for the Canonization of St. Teresa presented a spiritual reflection on the life and teachings of Mother Teresa and what it means for us today, here and now.

SAINT MOTHER TERESA OF CALCUTTA

Come and share a time of spiritual renewal and inspiration for 2017!

The Eparchy of New Westminster invites you to join Fr. Brian Kolodiejchuk, MC for an event to learn about the life and legacy of St. Teresa of Calcutta. Fr. Brian was born in Winnipeg and is a Ukrainian Catholic priest. He knew St. Theresa very well and was the postulator for the Cause for Canonization of St. Teresa. Fr. Brian will be sharing interesting insights into the process to have this amazing Catholic nun declared a Saint by Pope Francis. He will share Mother Teresa’s message of “love in living action” – especially to the poor – beginning in one’s own family, parish community, work, that is, where we are. Fr. Brian will also share some of his experiences as a member of the Missionaries of Charity Fathers.

Victoria: Saturday January 14, 1-3:30 pm St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Ukrainian Catholic Parish, 1112 Caledonia Avenue, Victoria (call Fr. Yuriy, 250-384-2292 for tickets and information)

Vancouver : Sunday January 15 at 1-3:30 pm St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Parish 550 West-14^th Avenue, Vancouver (call Deacon Mykhailo, 604-524-8824 for tickets and information)

Kelowna Monday January 16 at 6:30 – 9:00 pm Dormition of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Parish, 1091 Coronation Avenue, Kelowna (call Fr. Andrzej, 250-860-7295 for tickets and information)

Tickets for the events are $50. Space is limited and these events are expected to sell out quickly so please arrange to get your tickets early.

2017 Camp St Volodymyr

REGISTER

more info to come

MARK YOUR CALENDARS – August 20-27, 2017

The purpose of camp is to provide an opportunity for youth to experience God through nature and the companionship of others. Children will experience Ukrainian language and culture during camp along with games, religious activities, hikes, sports, arts and crafts, camp fires, water activities and other summer camp activities.

This marks the 34^th year of our Ukrainian Catholic Summer Camp. Camp will take place in Kelowna at the OAC facility. Camp offers a wide range of activities for campers aged 7-15 (as of December 31, 2017). Registration will be available online via Eventbrite “Camp St. Volodymyr BC 2017.” Early bird registration Ends July 6, 2017.

WAYS TO HELP

VOLUNTEER

Camp St. Volodymyr is a nonprofit camp, run on a volunteer basis. If you are interested in helping at this year’s camp as a counsellor, chef, arts & crafts or cultural coordinator please contact Jennifer. Applications forms for counsellors are due May 15, 2017. All volunteers will be subject to a criminal records check and must sign the camp code of conduct.

DONATE

We are always happy to accept food donations of vegetables, fruits, cereals, and treats for children such as cakes, cookies, as well as monetary donations. Tax receipts can be issued with donations of $25 or more.

For more information contact Jennifer Caldwell @ 604.220.0584 or jennsawka@hotmail.com. Visit our webpage via www.nweparchy.ca

Camp Site Location

Camp St Volodymyr

Fundraising Gala for Ukrainian Catholic University

FUNDRAISING GALA IN SUPPORT OF THE UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY

UCU Fundraising Gala

Ukrainian Catholic University

7 September 2016

Glory to Jesus Christ!

Dear Friends,

The Vancouver Friends of the Ukrainian Catholic University (UCU) and the Ukrainian Catholic Education Foundation (UCEF) is hosting a special fundraising gala for UCU on 11 November in Vancouver. I fully support this initiative and would also ask you to support it.

Ticket information is in the attachment. Please note that there are ten places at each table. Perhaps you could consider purchasing a full table for yourself and inviting friends to join you.

The theological and philosophical faculty of the UCU has papal accreditation. The history, IT, humanities, journalism and business programs are among the best in the country. UCU and its various faculties are open to students of all religious denominations and confessions in Ukraine and internationally. The seminarians (more than two hundred of them) at Holy Spirit Ukrainian Catholic Seminary in Lviv, Ukraine receive their academic formation from UCU free of charge. In fact a good number of the clergy of our Eparchy have received their academic formation from UCU!

Today UCU is not only a flagship of reform in higher education but is an acknowledged leader in the transformation of Ukrainian society. The university is setting the highest academic standards while being in the forefront of social responsibility. Most of the students come from humble economic backgrounds and can dream of a world class education only with our help.

I cannot emphasize enough how important this educational institution is for the future of Ukraine. Local resources are sharply limited during this time of war and foreign invasion. This means that it is vital for us in the west where education is valued and esteemed to support UCU.

For more information about UCU please visit the English language website: http://ucu.edu.ua/eng/

Sponsoring this event is the Ukrainian Catholic Education Foundation. Donations to UCU can be made directly to UCEF, which will issue you a charitable donation income tax receipt: http://ucef.ca/new-generation-for-a-new-ukraine-2/

What you can expect during the evening gala…

* Silent auction

* A great meal

* Dynamic guest speakers, featuring award winning CTV journalist Mr. Victor Malarek

* Meeting representatives of the UCU community

* Musical entertainment

Looking forward to seeing you on 11 November!

Sincerely yours in the Lord,

+Ken Nowakowski

Bishop