Hallowtide at Gardens of Gethsemani From Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, families are invited to gather at Gardens of Gethsemani in Surrey for prayer, remembrance, and fellowship as we observe All Hallows' Eve, All Saints' Day, and All Souls' Day. The Hallowtide Triduum begins with a candlelit Rosary procession, prayer vigil, and adoration on Oct. 31 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., followed by an All Saints Mass on Nov. 1 at 5:00 p.m. and an All Souls Mass on Nov. 2 at 5:00 p.m.
A special Día de los Muertos celebration will be held Nov. 1 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., featuring Latin American food, arts and crafts, community activities, and live mariachi music as we honour the lives and memories of our loved ones. The celebration concludes with All Saints Mass at 5:00 p.m.
Holy Souls 30-Day Devotional Throughout November, we are invited to pray for the faithful departed and remember those who have gone before us. Receive a daily prayer in your inbox as we entrust our loved ones to God’s mercy and remember them in hope. Sign up for 30 Days of Prayer:
rccav.org/holysouls/ Submit your prayers for Pope Leo XIV's health Archbishop Smith invites Catholics across the Archdiocese of Vancouver to pray for Pope Leo XIV’s health and recovery following his recent lung cancer diagnosis. We will compile the prayers we receive into a spiritual bouquet and send it to the Holy Father. Submit your prayers at
secure.rcav.org/pray-for-pope-leo-xivVehicle Donation Needed for Redemptoris Mater SeminaryRedemptoris Mater Seminary is currently in need of reliable vehicles to support the daily transport and formation needs of our seminarians. If you have a used car, van, or SUV in good working condition that you are considering selling or donating, please consider gifting it to support our future priests! Charitable tax receipts are available for eligible donations.
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