Fr. Michael Winn

Jan

13

2026

Watch Now – A Faith Under Siege

Christian Life, Faith, News

Just released for online viewing! From their website: Russian occupation authorities formally banned the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) and Catholic humanitarian groups in the occupied Zaporizhzhia region, labeling them “foreign intelligence” entities. All Greek- and Latin-rite Catholic priests have been expelled or fled, leaving “not a single Catholic priest” serving in the occupied territories, according to UGCC leadership. Russian forces have killed nearly 70 clergy and destroyed over 630 places of worship in Ukraine, with occupation authorities central to the repression. Catholic churches and properties have been seized and rededicated for the Russian Orthodox Church, described by UGCC leadership…

Nov

07

2025

By Fr. Michael Winn

Living Byzantine Liturgy in America Today

Christian Life, Liturgy

Fr. Dcn. Daniel Galadza | Metropolitan Assembly 2025 In the Church's divine worship, we are called to "Come let us worship and bow before Christ!" The struggle of inculturating the liturgical tradition of the "old country" in the "new world," and the challenges of everydav life in America, make this call seem easier said than done for Ruzantine Rite Churches today. This presentation reflects on the liturgical tradition common to all Byzantine Rite Churches and the practice of contemporary parish life, proposing ways the byzantine Rite can help communities renew their encounter with the Triune God in the Mysteries of…

Aug

12

2025

By Fr. Michael Winn

Preserving in Hope, Strong in Love – 2025 Post-Synodal Letter

News, UGCC

Вих. ВА 25/191 ENG “Persevering in Hope, Strong in Love” (cf. Rom. 12: 12):The Ukrainian Family in Time of War Pastoral Letter of the 2025 Synod of Bishopsof the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic ChurchTo the Clergy, Religious and Lay Faithful of the UGCCTo Families in Ukraine and AbroadTo all People of Good Will Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts,kindness, humility, meekness, and patience,bearing with one another… and forgiving each other…And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.(Col. 3:12–14) Beloved in Christ! Having gathered as pilgrims of hope at this year’s Synod of Bishops of the UGCC in Rome, we devoted special attention to the theme “Pastoral Care of Families in Conditions of War.” It is no coincidence that the issue of the family was considered in the…

Apr

21

2025

By Fr. Michael Winn

Repose of Pope Francis

News

We at Royal Doors join with the universal Church in mourning the loss of Pope Francis. As the official statement of the Archeparchy of Winnipeg stated: "The official announcement from the Vatican, conveyed by His Eminence Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, shared the sad news and highlighted the Holy Father's dedication to the service of the Lord and His Church, and his powerful witness to the values of the Gospel, particularly his love for the poorest and most marginalized." There is an official nine-day mourning period. During this time, we invite our readers, in the glory…

Mar

01

2025

By Fr. Michael Winn

MASI Study Days 2025: Scripture in the Eastern Christian Traditions

News

This year, the Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Institute has planned for a Study Days weekend focused on a closer encounter and engagement with our Scriptures from the perspective of the Christian East. We will be joined by renowned scholars Dr. Lewis Ayres, Dr. Hugo Mendez, Rev. Dr. Jack Custer, and Dr. Nathan Eubank. These engaging talks and conversations will be paired with ample prayer, food, and fellowship. We hope to see you there! Accommodations are available on-site: single room $100.05 plus HST per night, and for a double room $134.82 plus HST per night. The room rate includes breakfast. Please register…

Feb

26

2025

By Fr. Michael Winn

Release of Ukrainian War Requiem

Liturgy, News

Axios Men's Ensemble held a CD release of Benedict Sheehan's Ukrainian War Requiem as part of the Commemoration of the Third Anniversary of the War in Ukraine. It was held on February 24, 2025 at St. Basil Ukrainian Catholic Church in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It is available to stream on Apple Music and Spotify. Listen to a selection from YouTube below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTDOSN3jBYE

Jun

25

2024

By Fr. Michael Winn

New Particular Law for the UGCC

Faith, News, UGCCcanon law, law, particular law

This article was updated on June 25, 2024. In 2018 the UGCC promulgated the newest version of the Particular Law. You can find the official Ukrainian alongside an unofficial translation of the document here:UGCC Particular Law 2021 (PDF) (Word) (archeparchy.ca) The newest version of ecclesial laws for Ukrainian Catholic faithful was officially promulgated on 4 April 2018 and will take effect on 7 April 2018. This was accomplished by the publishing of both the Decree of Promulgation and the text of the updated version of Particular Law on the Church's official website for this purpose. The full text is presently…

May

30

2024

By Fr. Michael Winn

Why Byzantine Catholics Fast in June

News

By observing the Apostles’ Fast, we can share in the Apostles’ struggle and consider how we are supposed to spread the gospel. by Dominic Cassella | National Catholic Register This year, on May 19, we celebrated Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles and the holy Theotokos. Traditionally, this is marked as the beginning of the Church. It is fitting that, in the Byzantine tradition, this feast is followed by the Sunday of All Saints. The trajectory of the Byzantine liturgical year is obvious. From the darkness of Lent to the deep sadness of the Crucifixion, the celebration…

May

30

2024

By Fr. Michael Winn

Holy Protection Shrine – for Life and Culture

News

Some exciting news - a new initiative led by Fr. Jason Charron for a national pilgrimage destination in which the sacredness of life is celebrated. This will be a heavenly appeal-in-stone to the LORD and His Holy Mother's intercession for the protection of life in our culture. It will be a national shrine built in sacred Byzantine style as a prayerful convergence of Eastern and Western Christian traditions. We intend to build a 1000-year church of timeless beauty for generations to come as a holy site of pilgrimage and renewal for a culture of life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqeVMR0ba50 Holy Protection Shrine website

May

27

2024

By Fr. Michael Winn

Wondering what to eat this Apostles’ Fast?

Christian Life

Turns out that as Pascha was rather early this year, we have a much longer Apostles' Fast than usual. It runs May 27 to June 28, a full 32 days - almost as long as the Great Fast! You may be wondering what to eat through this fasting period of the Church Year. Well, over at ByziMom they have you covered with new recipes appearing! They even have a book ready for purchase! Head on over to ByziMom for your lenten recipes! ByziMom Photo by Markus Winkler on Unsplash