Recent Events
Our Patron Saint's Day or Khram was held on Sunday, July 19th
His Grace, Bishop Ilarion, is welcomed by Parish Member Nick Syrotiuk
Father Patrick also greets Bishop Ilarion who officated at the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy. Father Stephen Keaschuk also served with Father Patrick
Protodeacon Jaroslav reads the Gospel
Ann Lega was Mistress of Ceremonies for the dinner and program that followed the Liturgy.
Bishop Ilarion addresses remoarks to members and guests.
The 2009 Ukrainian Orthodox Senior's Fair was held at St. Anthony's on Wednesday, May 20th! Congratulations go out to the Senior's Fair Organizing Committee - Ann Lega, Harry Nichiporik, Pat Zyha, Claire Lauro,Pat Anderson and Yvonne Panchuk for a job well done!
The Fair started with a Moleben celebrated by His Grace, Bishop Ilarion and Father Patrick
Presentations were made by several guest speakers who provided imformation that was relevant to today's seniors.
Everyone gets up and moving to the music!
John Wozny performs on his tsymbala with assistance from Yvonne Panchuk
Guests from St. John's Cathedral entertain the group!
No Parish event would be complete without a performance by our own Celebration Choir! The group performed several Ukrainian folk songs and led a sing-along for all our guests!
Our 18th Annual St. Anthony's Golf Tournament took place on Saturday, June 6!
Golf Tournament Breakfast Volunteers - Dobr. Kathy Yamniuk, Deanna Wozny & Vi Holowach
Registration went very smoothly in the capable hands of Father Patrick Yamniuk and Parish President Dave Korzan who is also a tournament sponsor and Tournament Co-Chairman
One of our past champions, Ray Shapka in fine form!
Evie Pysyk and Iris Blasco stop to do a little fishing along the way!
Boris Luciw - Tournament Sponsor and Parish Joker! If you look closely, you can see several roasted chickens hanging along the edge of the right cart!
Dinner Coordinator Pat Bodnaruk (right) along with two of her volunteers, Annette Boyko (left) and Medora Krill (centre)
Lil and Adrienne were just two of our many volunteers who braved the weather to work at the tournament!
Joe Bodnar - Tournament Co-Chairman and MC for the event!
The much desired St. Anthony's Championship Pysanka Trophy! Our 2009 Champions (from left to right) Keith Low, Neil MacDowell and Peter Matheos. Missing from the picture is Kevin Todd.
Golf Committee members Dianne Bodnar (left) and Vicki Kinhnicki celebrating another successful tournament!
Father Patrick is on vacation until February 12th. Should you require the emergency services of a priest, please contact the office or a priest from one of our sister parishes.
FEbruary 7th is your last opportunity to submit a Christmas survey. If you have not filled one out yet, please do so. Only one per family should be submitted.
Your 2009 Income Tax Receipts issued by the Parish will be available after the Liturgy Sunday, February 7th and next Sunday, February 14th.
A reminder that there will be NO Fellowship Lunch next Sunday, February 14th as it is the Family Day long week end.
Singing practices for our Passia service began on Thursday, February 4th. All those still interested in singing for the Passia service are asked to speak with Yvonne Panchuk. All skill levels are welcome!
Your 2010 Membership dues remain unchanged at $105 for a single membership and $185 for a family membership. Our levies must be paid in April therefore we request that your fees are received no later than March 31st.
There is a handout available at the back of the church regarding the Sokal Scholarship Fund in Ukraine. We will be collecting donations for this fund February 14th and 21st.
Our parish Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday, February 21st during Fellowship. All members are encouraged to attend this important meeting. Motions to be discussed have been presented and are available at the Parish.
Saturday Vesper Services will resume on February 13th.
Work bees to refill the freezers and prepare for the Easter Bake Sale are under way. Please try to volunteer some of your time – no experience necessary! All work bees begins at 9:00 AM.
Tuesday, February 9th – Cinnamon Buns
There will be an Edmonton Public School Board - Ukrainian International Bilingual Program Alumni Event on Saturday, February 20th. More information is available on the Parish bulletin board.
It’s time again for advance orders of Paskas and Babkas! Please see Vi Holowach to place your order.
Information regarding this year’s Orthodox Men’s Retreat, April 9-11, is available downstairs.
Tuesday, February 9th
Sunday, February 14th
There will be a forty day memorial service February 7th, before Veneration of the Cross, for Roman Chalupa. May his memory be eternal!
**Thursday, February 11th – Paska – CANCELLED**
Tuesday, February 16th – Paska
Wednesday, February 17th - Pyroshky
Food Bank: Medora & Mike Krill
Greeters: Jeanne & Gene Ratsoy
Companions: Pat Anderson & Stefania Myckan
Ushers: Youth Group members attending the Liturgy
Lunch Captain: NO FELLOWSHIP LUNCH
(Family Day Long Week End)