PARCHIAL NEWS ПАРХІЯЛЬНІ ВІСТІ E EPARCHY OF SASKATOON Volume 12 Number 1 Spring Edition April 2016 action. We call on all the countries involved in the struggle Historic Meeting against terrorism to responsible and prudent action. We ex- hort all Christians and all believers of God to pray fervently Today it was announced that Pope Francis and Russian Or- to the providential Creator of the world to protect His cre- thodox Patriarch Kirill will meet in Cuba, on the Pope’s ation from destruction and not permit a new world war. In way to Mexico. order to ensure a solid and enduring peace, specific efforts Here is a joint statement regarding the meeting: must be undertaken to rediscover the common values unit- The Holy See and the Patriarchate of Moscow are pleased ing us, based on the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. to announce that, by the grace of God, His Holiness Pope 12. We bow before the martyrdom of those who, at the cost Francis and His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and of their own lives, have given witness to the truth of the All Russia will meet on February 12 next. Their meeting Gospel, preferring death to the denial of Christ. We be- will take place in Cuba, where the Pope will make a stop lieve that these martyrs of our times, who belong to various on his way to Mexico, and where the Patriarch will be on Churches but who are united by their shared suffering, are an official visit. It will include a personal conversation at 6. Mindful of the permanence of many obstacles, it is our a pledge of the unity of Christians. It is to you who suffer Havana’s José Martí International Airport, and will con- hope that our meeting may contribute to the re–establish- for Christ’s sake that the word of the Apostle is directed: clude with the signing of a joint declaration. ment of this unity willed by God, for which Christ prayed. “Beloved … rejoice to the extent that you share in the suf- This meeting of the Primates of the Catholic Church and May our meeting inspire Christians throughout the world ferings of Christ, so that when his glory is revealed you the Russian Othodox Church, after a long preparation, to pray to the Lord with renewed fervour for the full unity may also rejoice exultantly” (1 Pet 4:12–13). will be the first in history and will mark an important stage of all His disciples. In a world which yearns not only for 13. Interreligious dialogue is indispensable in our disturb- in relations between the two Churches. The Holy See and our words but also for tangible gestures, may this meeting ing times. Differences in the understanding of religious the Moscow Patriarchate hope that it will also be a sign of be a sign of hope for all people of goodwill! truths must not impede people of different faiths to live in hope for all people of good will. They invite all Christians 7. In our determination to undertake all that is necessary to peace and harmony. In our current context, religious lead- to pray fervently for God to bless this meeting, that it may overcome the historical divergences we have inherited, we ers have the particular responsibility to educate their faith- bear good fruits. ful in a spirit which is respectful of the convictions of those Joint Declaration of Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill wish to combine our efforts to give witness to the Gospel of belonging to other religious traditions. Attempts to justify of Moscow and All Russia Christ and to the shared heritage of the Church of the first criminal acts with religious slogans are altogether unaccept- “The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God millennium, responding together to the challenges of the able. No crime may be committed in God’s name, “since the Father and the fellowship of the holy Spirit be with all contemporary world. Orthodox and Catholics must learn to God is not the God of disorder but of peace” (1 Cor 14:33). of you” (2 Cor 13:13). give unanimously witness in those spheres in which this is 14. In affirming the foremost value of religious freedom, 1. By God the Father’s will, from which all gifts come, in possible and necessary. Human civilization has entered into we give thanks to God for the current unprecedented re- the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the help of a period of epochal change. Our Christian conscience and newal of the Christian faith in Russia, as well as in many the Holy Spirit Consolator, we, Pope Francis and Kirill, our pastoral responsibility compel us not to remain passive other countries of Eastern Europe, formerly dominated Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia, have met today in in the face of challenges requiring a shared response. for decades by atheist regimes. Today, the chains of mili- Havana. We give thanks to God, glorified in the Trinity, for 8. Our gaze must firstly turn to those regions of the world tant atheism have been broken and in many places Chris- this meeting, the first in history. where Christians are victims of persecution. In many coun- tians can now freely confess their faith. Thousands of new It is with joy that we have met like brothers in the Christian tries of the Middle East and North Africa whole families, churches have been built over the last quarter of a century, faith who encounter one another “to speak face to face” villages and cities of our brothers and sisters in Christ are as well as hundreds of monasteries and theological institu- (2 Jn 12), from heart to heart, to discuss the mutual rela- being completely exterminated. Their churches are being tions. Christian communities undertake notable works in tions between the Churches, the crucial problems of our barbarously ravaged and looted, their sacred objects pro- the fields of charitable aid and social development, provid- faithful, and the outlook for the progress of human civiliza- faned, their monuments destroyed. It is with pain that we ing diversified forms of assistance to the needy. Orthodox tion. call to mind the situation in Syria, Iraq and other countries and Catholics often work side by side. Giving witness to 2. Our fraternal meeting has taken place in Cuba, at the of the Middle East, and the massive exodus of Christians the values of the Gospel they attest to the existence of the crossroads of North and South, East and West. It is from from the land in which our faith was first disseminated and shared spiritual foundations of human co–existence. this island, the symbol of the hopes of the “New World” in which they have lived since the time of the Apostles, 15. At the same time, we are concerned about the situation and the dramatic events of the history of the twentieth cen- together with other religious communities. in many countries in which Christians are increasingly con- tury, that we address our words to all the peoples of Latin 9. We call upon the international community to act urgently fronted by restrictions to religious freedom, to the right to America and of the other continents. in order to prevent the further expulsion of Christians from witness to one’s convictions and to live in conformity with It is a source of joy that the Christian faith is growing here the Middle East. In raising our voice in defence of perse- them. In particular, we observe that the transformation of in a dynamic way. The powerful religious potential of Lat- cuted Christians, we wish to express our compassion for some countries into secularized societies, estranged from in America, its centuries–old Christian tradition, grounded the suffering experienced by the faithful of other religious all reference to God and to His truth, constitutes a grave in the personal experience of millions of people, are the traditions who have also become victims of civil war, cha- threat to religious freedom. It is a source of concern for us pledge of a great future for this region. os and terrorist violence. that there is a current curtailment of the rights of Christians, 3. By meeting far from the longstanding disputes of the “Old 10. Thousands of victims have already been claimed in the if not their outright discrimination, when certain political World”, we experience with a particular sense of urgency violence in Syria and Iraq, which has left many other mil- forces, guided by an often very aggressive secularist ideol- the need for the shared labour of Catholics and Orthodox, lions without a home or means of sustenance. We urge the ogy, seek to relegate them to the margins of public life. who are called, with gentleness and respect, to give an ex- international community to seek an end to the violence and 16. The process of European integration, which began af- planation to the world of the hope in us (cf. 1 Pet 3:15). terrorism and, at the same time, to contribute through dia- ter centuries of blood–soaked conflicts, was welcomed 4. We thank God for the gifts received from the coming logue to a swift return to civil peace. Large–scale humani- by many with hope, as a guarantee of peace and security. into the world of His only Son. We share the same spiri- tarian aid must be assured to the afflicted populations and Nonetheless, we invite vigilance against an integration tual Tradition of the first millennium of Christianity. The to the many refugees seeking safety in neighbouring lands. that is devoid of respect for religious identities. While re- witnesses of this Tradition are the Most Holy Mother of We call upon all those whose influence can be brought to maining open to the contribution of other religions to our God, the Virgin Mary, and the saints we venerate. Among bear upon the destiny of those kidnapped, including the civilization, it is our conviction that Europe must remain them are innumerable martyrs who have given witness to Metropolitans of Aleppo, Paul and John Ibrahim, who were faithful to its Christian roots. We call upon Christians of their faithfulness to Christ and have become the “seed of taken in April 2013, to make every effort to ensure their Eastern and Western Europe to unite in their shared witness Christians”. prompt liberation. to Christ and the Gospel, so that Europe may preserve its 5. Notwithstanding this shared Tradition of the first ten 11. We lift our prayers to Christ, the Saviour of the world, soul, shaped by two thousand years of Christian tradition. centuries, for nearly one thousand years Catholics and Or- asking for the return of peace in the Middle East, “the fruit 17. Our gaze is also directed to those facing serious dif- thodox have been deprived of communion in the Eucharist. of justice” (Is 32:17), so that fraternal co–existence among ficulties, who live in extreme need and poverty while the We have been divided by wounds caused by old and recent the various populations, Churches and religions may be material wealth of humanity increases. We cannot remain conflicts, by differences inherited from our ancestors, in the strengthened, enabling refugees to return to their homes, indifferent to the destinies of millions of migrants and refu- understanding and expression of our faith in God, one in wounds to be healed, and the souls of the slain innocent to gees knocking on the doors of wealthy nations. The unre- three Persons – Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We are pained rest in peace. lenting consumerism of some more developed countries is by the loss of unity, the outcome of human weakness and of We address, in a fervent appeal, all the parts that may be in- gradually depleting the resources of our planet. The grow- sin, which has occurred despite the priestly prayer of Christ volved in the conflicts to demonstrate good will and to take ing inequality in the distribution of material goods increas- the Saviour: “So that they may all be one, as you, Father, part in the negotiating table. At the same time, the inter- es the feeling of the injustice of the international order that are in me and I in you … so that they may be one, as we are national community must undertake every possible effort has emerged. one” (Jn 17:21). to end terrorism through common, joint and coordinated From the EDITOR’S DESK !POINTS TO PONDER! Clergy Anniversaries ---- Fr. Yurij ---- 60 Years How to get in touch with Eparchial News I’m back. Here’s the spring edition of Eparchial News. Rt. Rev. Andrew Muzyka 13 May 1956 This paper is posted on the Eparchial website. Some a) phone 306-693-6636 would argue that the website offers timely news and b) email: [email protected] announcements. True. The paper with its frequency of c) mail: 1025 13th Avenue NW Monsignor Rudolph Luzney publication cannot offer the same timeliness of news. Moose Jaw SK S6H 4N3 20 May 1956 There was a suggestion that publication of the paper in Sorry - no FAX! the form of a newspaper hard copy come to an end. d) See us online: www.skeparchy.org 50 Years But computer access and use is not a skill that is avail- Rev. Borys Kyba CSsR able to a good portion of the members. Younger genera- 24 June 1966 tion – yes. Seniors – questionable. Past experience has indicated an appreciation for the If you have not yet done so, please check the 25 Years hard copy. So with this in mind I’ve set out on round redesigned and updated eparchial website: www. Deacon Myron Yamniuk two, but with some changes. skeparchy. Pope Frances and Patriarch Kirill of the 08 September 1991 First of all, ENews will now be published twice a year Russian Orthodox Church met in Cuba on February – spring and late fall (Christmas) 12, 2016. It was the first time that a pope met with the 20 Years Secondly, the distribution and mailing will be done by Patriarch of Moscow. They signed a joint declaration Rev. Demetrius Wasylyniuk OSB St. George’s UCBC Roborecki Branch in Saskatoon. 29 June 1996 This will be a big help. Thanks. which is reprinted. This was but a first step. Eparchial News is posted online and you can Thirdly, we will investigate a change in format. Perhaps 5 Years view it in color. Go to www.skeparchy.org then click the current newspaper format can be replaced with a Rev. Vladimir Simunovic booklet style format. We’ll see what the cost factor will on Resources and then Publications. The Eparchial 15 October 2011 be. News link is on the left hand side. We look forward to hearing from you with your obser- And thank you to the various organizations and Многая Літа! vations and suggestions. individuals who support this publication financially. Grant that they may live in peace, safety, honour Keep those letters and articles coming in. It is most appreciated. and health for many years and rightly impart Parliament has introduced Bill C-14 in response the word of Your truth. to the Supreme Court of Canada’s striking down of Parish Anniversary the existing assisted suicide and euthanasia prohibi - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Moose tion. This begs the question - is life not a gift to be Jaw, will celebrate its 70th Anniversary on Sunday, preserved? August 21, 2016. You may continue to send your articles etc to the Bishop Bryan Bayda CSsR will be in attendance. above address. 10:00 a.m. Pontifical Divine Liturgy The second Eparchial Annual Appeal was Banquet to follow launched on April 10, 2016. The inaugural campaign Former parishioners and families are cordially invited. in 2015 was successful. This might encourage those For ticket info contact Gloria Leniuk 306-692-1550 or who did not participate to support the 2016 campaign. email [email protected] Your support ensures that the important ministries in or Fr. Yurij Lazurko 306-693-6636 the Eparchy have adequate funding to continue their [email protected] work for the benefit of all. We are still awaiting the English version of the SAVE THE DATE Catechism. TH ########################################## 50 ANNIVERSARY ST. ATHANASIUS PARISH, REGINA

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Please join us for the 50th Anniversary celebrations of St. Athanasius Parish, Regina, SK We acknowledge and thank the following donors: TENTATIVE PLANS ARE: • UCWLC Canora Branch $150 DAY 1 – Registration/Meet & Greet/Socializing • UCWLC Wynyard Branch $75 Evening Meal & Program • UCWLC St. Athanasius Regina $100 • UCWLC St George Saskatoon $100 DAY 2 – Liturgy, Meal & Program • UCWLC Moose Jaw $100 • UCWLC Ituna $100 As part of the celebrations, a history book of the parish • Sacred Heart UCWL Lanigan $100 will be prepared. Advance payment is required if you wish • Marie Bohachewski Saskatoon $100 to purchase a copy. Extra copies will NOT be printed. THANK YOU! If you have photographs, documents or archival materials When making your WILL … relative to the parish and wish to share them, please contact St. Athanasius Church at 55 McMurchy Drive, After you have provided for your family, relatives and Regina, SK, S4R 3G3 (Ph. 306- 543-8008). If you wish to friends, you are encouraged to support your Church by have photos/ documents returned, please be sure to Signed articles represent the viewpoint of the author and making a bequest to not necessarily the viewpoint or policy of EPARCHIAL include your name and phone number. • Your PARISH CHURCH NEWS. Reproduction or reprinting of articles is permit- • The UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC EPARCHY of ted; however, acknowledgment of source is appreciated. SASKATOON MORE INFORMATION TO FOLLOW AS PLANS ARE • The BISHOP ANDREW ROBORECKI FOUNDA- FINALIZED EPARCHIAL NEWS TION for the education of priests Website: www.stathanasiuschurch.ca Editor: Father Yurij Lazurko • EPARCHIAL NEWS, MUSEE UKRAINA MU- E-mail: [email protected] SEUM or any other Eparchial or Parish institution or Facebook: ww.facebook.com/st.athanasius.regina Printed by: organization You may then take comfort in knowing that your thought- ful generosity will continue to support the Church after the -submitted by Robert Wuschenny & Jayne Paluck Lord has called you to Himself. co-chairs Saskatoon SK for free distribution

Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 2 Deadline for Christmas Issue: November 30 18. The Christian churches are called to defend the de- nomic and humanitarian crisis. We invite all the parts in- Patriarchate as the seizure of her parishes by “illegitimate,” mands of justice, the respect for peoples’ traditions, and volved in the conflict to prudence, to social solidarity and to and even “violent,” means. Ukraine does not have an estab- an authentic solidarity towards all those who suffer. We action aimed at constructing peace. We invite our Churches lished Church or religion. Its legislation in this area is fully Christians cannot forget that “God chose the foolish of the in Ukraine to work towards social harmony, to refrain from pluralistic. Consequently, attempts by the Moscow Patri- world to shame the wise, and God chose the lowly and de- taking part in the confrontation, and to not support any fur- archate in Ukraine to gain privileged status run counter to spised of the world, those who count for nothing, to reduce ther development of the conflict. the separation of church and state in Ukraine. In fact, it to nothing those who are something, that no human being 27. It is our hope that the schism between the Orthodox is the Moscow Patriarchate’s false or exaggerated accusa- might boast before God” (1 Cor 1:27–29). faithful in Ukraine may be overcome through existing ca- tions of violence that engender hostility among Christians 19. The family is the natural centre of human life and soci- nonical norms, that all the Orthodox Christians of Ukraine who might otherwise resolve these issues of ecclesial al- ety. We are concerned about the crisis in the family in many may live in peace and harmony, and that the Catholic com- legiance with far less rancor. The Moscow Patriarchate countries. Orthodox and Catholics share the same concep- munities in the country may contribute to this, in such a should be apprised of the fact that in Ukraine her desire to tion of the family, and are called to witness that it is a path way that our Christian brotherhood may become increas- maintain the kind of privileged status that it enjoyed under of holiness, testifying to the faithfulness of the spouses in ingly evident. Communism is harmful to its own interests – not to men- their mutual interaction, to their openness to the procre- 28. In the contemporary world, which is both multiform tion the proclamation of the Gospel. ation and rearing of their children, to solidarity between the yet united by a shared destiny, Catholics and Orthodox 4. The Moscow Patriarchate’s claims against the Ukrai- generations and to respect for the weakest. are called to work together fraternally in proclaiming the nian Greek Catholic Church. Since the emergence of the 20. The family is based on marriage, an act of freely given Good News of salvation, to testify together to the moral Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) from the under- and faithful love between a man and a woman. It is love dignity and authentic freedom of the person, “so that the ground in 1989, the Moscow Patriarchate has consistently that seals their union and teaches them to accept one an- world may believe” (Jn 17:21). This world, in which the made mendacious accusations against the UGCC. These other as a gift. Marriage is a school of love and faithful- spiritual pillars of human existence are progressively dis- began with claims of “violent take-overs” of parishes in ness. We regret that other forms of cohabitation have been appearing, awaits from us a compelling Christian witness Western Ukraine and continued with false reports of pros- placed on the same level as this union, while the concept, in all spheres of personal and social life. Much of the future elytism, which have never been substantiated. Meanwhile, consecrated in the biblical tradition, of paternity and mater- of humanity will depend on our capacity to give shared wit- the parishes that chose to break with Moscow in the early nity as the distinct vocation of man and woman in marriage ness to the Spirit of truth in these difficult times. 1990s were all parishes that had been part of the UGCC is being banished from the public conscience. 29. May our bold witness to God’s truth and to the Good until 1946. In that year the Soviet government, with the 21. We call on all to respect the inalienable right to life. News of salvation be sustained by the Man–God Jesus complicity of representatives of the Moscow Patriarch- Millions are denied the very right to be born into the world. Christ, our Lord and Saviour, who strengthens us with ate, forcibly liquidated the UGCC throughout the USSR. The blood of the unborn cries out to God (cf. Gen 4:10). the unfailing promise: “Do not be afraid any longer, little The unwillingness of the Moscow Patriarchate to honestly The emergence of so-called euthanasia leads elderly people flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom” discuss these matters is another impediment to the healing and the disabled begin to feel that they are a burden on their (Lk 12:32)! of memories, promoted so eloquently by Saint John Paul families and on society in general. Christ is the well–spring of joy and hope. Faith in Him II. Moreover, every time that the Moscow Patriarchate has We are also concerned about the development of biomedi- transfigures human life, fills it with meaning. This is the been asked to provide a list of the victims of violence – cal reproduction technology, as the manipulation of human conviction borne of the experience of all those to whom with medical reports etc – it has failed to do so. life represents an attack on the foundations of human ex- Peter refers in his words: “Once you were ‘no people’ but 5. An unwillingness of institutions associated with the istence, created in the image of God. We believe that it is now you are God’s people; you ‘had not received mercy’ Moscow Patriarchate to publicly study the events of our duty to recall the immutability of Christian moral prin- but now you have received mercy” (1 Pet 2:10). March, 1946 in an objective manner. Next month marks ciples, based on respect for the dignity of the individual 30. With grace–filled gratitude for the gift of mutual under- the 70th anniversary of the Pseudo-Synod of Lviv of 1946. called into being according to the Creator’s plan. standing manifested during our meeting, let us with hope It was at that gathering that the Soviet government declared 22. Today, in a particular way, we address young Chris- turn to the Most Holy Mother of God, invoking her with the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church illegal. This led to tians. You, young people, have the task of not hiding your the words of this ancient prayer: “We seek refuge under the forced deportation of tens of thousands of Catholics talent in the ground (cf. Mt 25:25), but of using all the the protection of your mercy, Holy Mother of God”. May and the countless deaths of those who refused to leave the abilities God has given you to confirm Christ’s truth in the the Blessed Virgin Mary, through her intercession, inspire Catholic Church and join the Russian Orthodox Church. world, incarnating in your own lives the evangelical com- fraternity in all those who venerate her, so that they may be In view of the constant misrepresentation of these events mandments of the love of God and of one’s neighbour. Do reunited, in God’s own time, in the peace and harmony of by representatives of the Moscow Patriarchate, last year not be afraid of going against the current, defending God’s the one people of God, for the glory of the Most Holy and the Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Institute of Eastern truth, to which contemporary secular norms are often far indivisible Trinity! Christian Studies invited an academic institution with ties from conforming. Francis Kirill to the Moscow Patriarchate to cosponsor an international 23. God loves each of you and expects you to be His dis- Bishop of Rome Patriarch of Moscow and all Russia conference on the events of 1946. The conference would ciples and apostles. Be the light of the world so that those Pope of the Catholic Church have provided an excellent opportunity for both sides to around you may see your good deeds and glorify your objectively and fairly study the facts. The request fell on heavenly Father (cf. Mt 5:14, 16). Raise your children in deaf ears. Consequently, we ask His Holiness, Pope Fran- the Christian faith, transmitting to them the pearl of great cis to propose such a conference to Patriarch Kirill, and price that is the faith (cf. Mt 13:46) you have received from hereby assert our desire to cooperate in its realization. We your parents and forbears. Remember that “you have been February 5, 2016 believe that such a conference could foster the “Dialogue purchased at a great price” (1 Cor 6:20), at the cost of the Statement of the Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky In- of Truth” suggested by the Balamand Statement of 1993. death on the cross of the Man–God Jesus Christ. stitute of Eastern Christian Studies Regarding the It would also provide an opportunity for Eastern Catholics 24. Orthodox and Catholics are united not only by the Meeting of Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill of Mos- and Eastern Orthodox, more specifically, Ukrainian Greek shared Tradition of the Church of the first millennium, but cow in Cuba Catholics and Russian Orthodox, to move in the direction also by the mission to preach the Gospel of Christ in the FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE of a broader dialogue. We hope that Patriarch Kirill’s will- world today. This mission entails mutual respect for mem- The Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Institute of Eastern ingness to overcome the reluctance to meet the Pope – a bers of the Christian communities and excludes any form Christian Studies at Saint Paul University in Ottawa, Cana- reluctance that has inevitably led to the perception that the of proselytism. da, welcomes the announcement of the Holy Father’s meet- Moscow Patriarchate fears the truth and avoids open dia- We are not competitors but brothers, and this concept must ing with Patriarch Kirill in Cuba this Friday, February 12. logue – will also lead to a willingness to confront the issues guide all our mutual actions as well as those directed to the We consider this an opportunity for Pope Francis to raise listed above in a fair and truly Christian manner. The cause outside world. We urge Catholics and Orthodox in all coun- important issues that have been of grave concern to Eastern of the Gospel and the credibility of Christ’s Church can tries to learn to live together in peace and love, and to be Catholics and many others for more than two decades. only benefit from such dialogue – if the dialogue is indeed “in harmony with one another” (Rm 15:5). Consequently, it Among these issues, beginning with the most recent, are sincere and open. cannot be accepted that disloyal means be used to incite be- the following: It is reported that among the chief aims of the meeting of lievers to pass from one Church to another, denying them 1. The support by representatives of the Moscow Pa- Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill will be to discuss support their religious freedom and their traditions. We are called triarchate for the Kremlin’s aggression in Eastern for the persecuted Christians of the Middle East. The Met- upon to put into practice the precept of the apostle Paul: Ukraine and the annexation of Crimea. The violation of ropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Institute of Eastern Christian “Thus I aspire to proclaim the gospel not where Christ has the territorial integrity of Ukraine is contrary to all inter- Studies is truly gratified to hear this. We believe that the already been named, so that I do not build on another’s national law, in particular, the Budapest Memorandum of suffering of our Christian brothers and sisters in the Middle foundation” (Rm 15:20). 1994 to which the Russian government was a signatory. East has been virtually ignored in some circles, including 25. It is our hope that our meeting may also contribute We believe that as a Christian institution the Moscow Pa- certain Western governments. to reconciliation wherever tensions exist between Greek triarchate is obliged to challenge the Russian government’s In conclusion, we shall indeed be praying for God’s bless- Catholics and Orthodox. It is today clear that the past violent activity in Ukraine, activity that has led to the death ing on this historic meeting between the Pope and Patriarch. method of “uniatism”, understood as the union of one com- of thousands of innocent civilians. We ask that the Spirit of Truth guide all those involved in munity to the other, separating it from its Church, is not the 2. The Moscow Patriarchate’s promotion of the notion this meeting and those reporting on it. May that Heavenly way to re–establish unity. Nonetheless, the ecclesial com- of a “Russian World” (Russkii Mir). This notion has pro- King indeed come and dwell within us and purify all our munities which emerged in these historical circumstances vided an ideological foundation for the Russian govern- intentions and actions (cf. Byzantine-Rite Prayer to the have the right to exist and to undertake all that is necessary ment’s aggression in Ukraine. The idea of a “protectorate” Holy Spirit). to meet the spiritual needs of their faithful, while seeking to be exercised by Russia within Ukraine and other sov- Contact: Rev. Peter Galadza, PhD to live in peace with their neighbours. Orthodox and Greek ereign countries has hampered inter-ethnic harmony and Acting Director, Sheptytsky Institute, Saint Paul Univer- Catholics are in need of reconciliation and of mutually ac- understanding. It evokes the Russification policies of the sity 1-613-882-8272 [email protected] ceptable forms of co–existence. USSR. 3. The Moscow Patriarchate’s continued misrepresen- 26. We deplore the hostility in Ukraine that has already This article was first published in New Pathway and is reprinted with per caused many victims, inflicted innumerable wounds on tation of ecclesiastical events in Ukraine. Frequently, the mission peaceful inhabitants and thrown society into a deep eco- free and legitimate desire of Christians in Ukraine to choose which Church they belong to, is portrayed by the Moscow Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 3 tions were explored. Schultz spoke of Christ the King’s dis- when the Eparchial Ministries have this kind of impact. Catholic Churches in Foam Lake Enter into Historic cussion: “We costed out different possibilities – building Agreement - new, renovating, co-ownership – we presented each sce- Please find it in your heart to support the call for funds to - nario to our parishioners and had open discussions. Once the 2016 Annual Eparchial Appeal. Your financial support, - submitted on behalf of: everyone had a chance to be heard, we had a parish vote”. as well as your prayers, are crucial towards the Eparchy’s - Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church and Christ the King Roman Catholic Church, Foam Lake, SK Each parish had a vote by membership, and in each case goal to continue offering these ministries. You have already written by Nevin Halyk, Chair of the Catholic Churches of a clear majority were in favour of pursuing co-ownership. made a huge difference by your support of the 2015 Ap- As of January 1st 2016, the two Catholic Churches in Foam Foam Lake Committee Once these processes were complete, the legal departments peal. Throughout our lives, at one time or another, each of Lake have shared the same building. Holy Eucharist Ukrai- of the Roman Catholic Diocese and the Ukrainian Catholic us will find ourselves in need of God’s Mercy. Your support nian Catholic Church and Christ the King Roman Catholic Eparchy got involved to help construct a legal agreement of the 2016 Appeal is reaching out in love and mercy that Church have signed an agreement that will see the Holy for sale and management. This agreement was completed may change someone’s life, perhaps even your own. Eucharist building on Cameron Street in Foam Lake co- and put in place by Jan. 1 2016. owned by both parishes. Since mid-January, both parishes have been using their Please watch for further information as we kick off the The co-ownership agreement is the result of several years shared facility. Christ the King has moved several items 2016 Annual Eparchial Appeal starting on the April 9/10th of discernment and planning. The process to explore the over for use in their new home, and Holy Eucharist parish- weekend. possibility of co-ownership was spoken of informally for ioners have been clearing up and making room for their many years, but gained momentum in 2009 when represen- partners. Bernie Schultz has been impressed with the pro- Bishop Budka Eparchial Stewardship Society tative committees from each parish met to explore the pos- cess: “Both parishes have worked hard to be accommodat- sibility of sharing the same building. The process gained ing and sensitive. This is a significant disruption for both significant momentum when the bishops of each respective parishes, and for the most part the move is going very well. parish added their encouragement for the process to pro- Says Popowych: “Compromise and cooperation describe ceed in 2014. the way that we have been operating. There are going to be The reasons for co-owning the same worship space are some bumps in the road, but in the end we are two Christian compelling – these reasons helped to stimulate further dis- communities working it out. It has gone much better than cussion between parishes. Bernie Schultz, Parish Council anyone has expected, and the partnership is working very Chairperson for Christ the King, stated that the growth of well.” the Roman Catholic parish and the aging condition of the A joint committee made of parishioners from each parish church on Broadway street were strong reasons to explore meet frequently to manage concerns regarding joint use, a partnership with Holy Eucharist. “Our church has been expenditures and the like. Otherwise, each parish operates renovated several times, but remained too small to host as a separate entity within the building. Masses are sched- The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Saskatoon is large events that would occur several times each year such uled to not conflict, and the calendar is filling up quickly pleased to announce and welcome you to the new as weddings and funerals. In addition, the original church with the activities of both parishes. “Our two parishes to- Fundraising Website under the Bishop Budka Ep- building is over 70 years old and required very significant gether make for a busy building”, says Popowych. “This is archial Stewardship Society Inc. (BBESSI). The capital expenditure to maintain. Our parish has experienced what a church should be – very much alive! It will mean website is being launched this weekend, April steady growth in the past several years, and we were feel- creative solutions for each parish to avoid conflicts, but we ing the pressure to act.” In addition, Schultz cited the cost can already see that the ‘new normal’ is pretty exciting.” 9/10, 2016, as we kickoff our 2016 Annual Ep- of building a new structure as an obstacle. “In 2014 the cost Currently, a paper calendar is used for joint scheduling, but archial Appeal. per square foot for new construction that would suit our an online scheduling calendar is in development that would needs seemed prohibitive, so we began looking at all sorts see all events scheduled and accessible in real time by all of options as a parish for affordable and appropriate wor- parishioners. www. ship space.” According to Schultz, approaching the Ukrai- We invite you to visit our new site at Over the course of the next several months, important parts bbessi.org nian Catholic parish seemed to be a natural next step. “We of the Christ the King identity will become part of Holy to learn about the works of the Bish- know that the sharing of churches is getting more common, Eucharist, including the church bell and the stained glass op Budka Stewardship Society Inc. (BBESSI). and our closest possible fit is another catholic church, that windows. Parishioners have made commitments to assist Please find it in your heart tosupport the call for being Holy Eucharist.” Ideologically, the churches are with projects going into the summer, using their skills and funds to the 2016 Annual Eparchial Appeal. identical in belief; the differences between them are in the labour to get the physical transition completed. Eventu- Your financial support, as well as your prayers, are type of liturgy used by each and regional church hierar- ally, Christ the King Parish will disperse unnecessary items chy. “We have different bishops, but the same pope and the from their building and prepare it for sale. Bernie Schultz crucial towards the Eparchy’s goal to continue of- same beliefs, so it seemed natural for us to approach Holy indicates no clear timeline for this process: “This is an in- fering these ministries. Visit us at www.bbessi. Eucharist with the idea of co-owning the church”. novative project, and we are leaving timelines open on the org, call our office at 306-653-0138 ext. 223 or In fact, the two churches have been partners informally or ultimate fate of our original church building.” contact us by e-mail at [email protected] formally at different times in their history together in Foam Plans are in the works for a joint celebration in the next Lake. Holy Eucharist began by being served by priests few months. Parishes are hoping for a “large and joyful” “Go & Do Likewise: God’s from Yorkton in the 1940’s, where masses were held in celebration in the summer that would see a both bishops Mercy Through Our Ministries.” family homes. In 1948, land south of highway 16 was pur- and large numbers of people affirming this historic agree- chased for a building, and the Holar Church was purchased ment. In summary, both Parish chairpersons agree that the and moved. This building and location were used until the process has been stressful and exciting, and ultimately very BILL C-14: TREADING ON VERY DANGEROUS current building was built and opened in 1965. Interest- rewarding. Says Bernie Schultz: “It’s going to result in GROUND ingly, from 1949 until 1953, Christ the King Parish used growth for each parish. It’s a great witness to the greater *LifeCanada this church for some of their services. During the follow- community of what God can accomplish when we are open FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ing years, many joint activities took place, including Sac- to listening and working together.” April 15, 2016 rament Preparation, Catechism Classes, and interactions between the parishes through membership in the Knights Ottawa, ON - Bill C-14, An Act to amend the Criminal of Columbus and other groups. This pre-established rela- Code and to make related amendments to other Acts (medi- tionship, which worked well, was extended to include dis- cal assistance in dying) has been tabled in the House of cussions regarding church sharing. Commons to be voted on over the next two months. Christ the King Church enjoys a similar history. Before The bill is somewhat more restrictive than the recommen- 1949, Roman Catholics in the area were served by priests dations from the Federal Committee on “Doctor Assisted from surrounding areas with masses occurring in member Death”; however, it is still deeply troubling. homes. In 1954, the parish purchased an Anglican Church from the Hampstead area and moved it to a lot on south One of the most concerning and surprising aspects of this Main Street. The parish quickly outgrew this building and As a result of the extremely generous support of the Parish- legislation that goes beyond the committee recommenda- in 1968 a church from Beckingham was purchased and ioners throughout our Eparchy, the 2015 Annual Eparchial tions is the ability for “anyone” to take part in aiding an moved to its current location on Broadway street. In 1981, Appeal raised over $185,000 which went towards funding assisted death. In Section 241(5) under “Exemption for the church was expanded with the addition of the hall. It is and empowering the various Eparchial Ministries in our person aiding patient”, anyone can help administer a lethal this current building that was needing significant upgrades. Eparchy. In addition, another $60,000 was rebated back medication in the assisted suicide of another person, pre- Bohdan Popowych, Chairman of Holy Eucharist, indicated to the Parishes who exceeded their Appeal Goal or had an sumably in a “home death”. that a desire to efficiently use resources and space factored Internal Parish Goal. into the co-ownership negotiations. “We have two catholic “No person commits an offence under paragraph (1)(b) if parishes in town, both spending on infrastructure improve- Delivering essential and effective Eparchial Ministries to they do anything, at another person’s explicit request, for ments, maintenance and utilities. The opportunity to use keep our Ukrainian Catholic Faith alive and flourishing the purpose of aiding that other person to self-administer a our resources more effectively is an important factor. As requires monetary resources. Funding for these programs substance that has been prescribed for that other person as Christian communities, it makes sense to use our financial from other sources is either dissipating or being drastically part of the provision of medical assistance in dying in ac- resources for evangelization and growth rather than waste- reduced. Therefore, there is a need for us to initiate the 2nd cordance with section 241.2.” ful double management. This agreement is also about prop- Annual Eparchial Appeal. er stewardship of our gifts.” “Unlike medical or nurse practitioners, those assisting in During the exploration phase, each parish had processes As information concerning the 2016 Eparchial Appeal un- this way have no obligation to report the circumstances, “ in place where parishioners could voice concerns and ask folds, you will see the kind of impact that our Eparchial said Natalie Sonnen, Executive Director of LifeCanada. “I questions. Each parish had a series of meetings when op- Ministries have on the Faithful throughout our Eparchy. think this is one of the most concerning parts of this legisl- Everyone in the Eparchy benefits, directly or indirectly, Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 4 continued pg 5 Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood of Canada

Sponsored Birthday Party at St. Joseph’s Home INSTALLATION OF UCBC EPARCHIAL UCBC Bishop Roborecki Branch/William & Elsie Thank you Sisters of St Joseph’s Home and Auxillary. It Hnatiuk Scholarship was a great day, there were 14 Resident birthday celebrants EXECUTIVE The installation of the Eparchial UCBC Execu- Congratulations! 2015 Scholarship Recipients , two were celebrating their 101st birthdays. Thank you tive, Eparchy of Saskatoon, was held on Saturday, Feb- Darlene Hupaelo and Norman Woytowich for providing ruary 6, 2016 at St. George’s Cathedral, Saskatoon, SK. Amanda Friedrich- Gr 8- attends Bishop Filevich Ukrai- the entertainment , it was enjoyed by all.. Thank you Bro The installation took place during a Moleben celebrated by nian Bilingual School, Sts. Peter & Paul Parish. Orest Sirman and the social committee . Thank you to all Very Rev. Fr. Janko Kolosnjaji, Spiritual Director of the Nominated by Jody Wolos-Knopp brothers and spouses for your dedication, commitment and Eparchial Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood of Canada, Ep- donation of your valuable time. archy of Saskatoon. The installation was conducted by Bro. Roman Lalach- Gr 5- attends Bishop Filevich Ukrainian It was a full house, great time, great weather, good food Glen Tymiak, KSV, National UCBC President and Bro. Bilingual School, Dormition Parish. and fantastic entertainment & fellowship. Robert Wuschenny, National UCBC Recording Secretary Nominated by Diane Chomitzky A great time was had by all- God’s Blessing was upon us Installed as Eparchial UCBC Executive officers were Bro. all. Sydney Hiebert- Gr 9- attends E.D. Feehan Catholic High Paul Bunka, KSV, President; Bro. Bernie Bodnar, Vice- School, St George’s Cathedral Parish. President; Bro. William Gulka, KSV, Recording Secretary; Nominated by Genka Kolosnjaji. Bro. Basil Kuzyk, KSV, Treasurer; Bro. John Kornylo, KSV, Hospodar/Archivist; Bro. William Boyko, KSV, Au- Scholarships were awarded during the St. Nicholas Pro- ditor; Bro. Orest Sirman, Auditor; and Bro. Yarolsaw Sy- gram held at St. George’s Cathedral, Sunday, December wanyk KSV, Auditor. A quarterly UCBC Eparchial Meet- 20, 2015. Recipients received a Recognition Award Certifi- ing was held immediately after the installation, followed cate and $100.00 each for their endeavors. by socializing and a hearty lunch.

LifeCanada cont’d tion. This could give, for example, protection to euthanasia advocates who might ‘shepherd’ patients towards doctor assisted death. For obvious reasons, this is a clear opportu- nity for abuse, even from family members.”

Bill C-14 requires that approval for euthanasia or assisted suicide be done by two independent physicians or nurse Statement from Cardinal Thomas Collins concerning practitioners, without requiring oversight from an indepen- introduction of federal euthanasia/assisted suicide leg- dent third-party. Further to this, the bill permits that the islation same practitioners who do the killing also be the ones who On April 14, 2016, the federal government introduced file the report after the fact. This means that any incom- legislation that, if passed, will amend the criminal code to petence or coercion on the part of these two practitioners make euthanasia/assisted suicide legal in Canada. would not likely be admitted. With the patient dead, no one At a time when our priority should be fostering a culture will ever know. L>R Bro Bernie Bodnar, Amanda Friedrich, Sydney Hiebert, of love, and enhancing resources for those suffering and Roman Lalach, Bro. William Hnatiuk facing death, assisted suicide leads us down a dark path. For those doctors who object to such measures, there is Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood At first sight it may seem an attractive option, a quick and little mention in the Bill of conscience protection. Accord- Bishop Roborecki Branch #304 merciful escape from the suffering that can be experienced ing to the Coalition of Health Care and Conscience, a coali- SLATE OF OFFICERS FOR 2016 in life, but fuller reflection reveals its grim implications, tion of over 5000 objecting physicians, this is a signal from not only for the individual but for our society, and espe- the government that this issue will be left up to provincial cially for those who are most vulnerable. Such fuller reflec- jurisdictions. EXECUTIVE tion is sorely need now. Just days ago, Pope Francis stated, Spiritual Advisor Very Rev. Janko Kolosnjaji “Care and concern for the final stages of life is all the more Finally, there are exemptions in place for people who com- Past President Bro. PauL Bunka KSV necessary today, when contemporary society attempts to mit assisted suicide and assist with euthanasia in error, President Bro. Bernie Bodnar remove every trace of death and dying...Euthanasia and as- meaning without the patient’s consent, under “Reasonable Vice President Bro. Adam Nahachewsky sisted suicide are serious threats to families worldwide.” but mistaken belief”. Secretary Bro. Bernie Vinnick In the coming days I, along with others who share deep Secretary assistant Bro. John Kornylo KSV concerns about assisted suicide, will study the proposed “I believe this legislation, if passed, will be the perfect Treasurer Bro. Adam Nahachewsy legislation carefully and continue to advocate for the most combination of laws and omissions of law that will en- Hospodar Bro. Paul Bunka KSV vulnerable among us. I thank the thousands of Canadians, able outright murder of vulnerable people who have no of many faiths or no faith at all, who have reached out to one to advocate for them,” says Sonnen. “We are walking Control Commission elected representatives, respectfully expressing their con- on very dangerous ground.” (Auditors) Bro. Bill Rawlyk cerns regarding the unsettling recommendations included Bro. Ed Rogalski in the parliamentary joint committee report. A FAMILY’S JOURNEY Bro. Ken Piecowye I would encourage all those who are troubled by the pros- Four years ago today, my then seventy year old father, Alternate Bro. Lawrence Maher pect of assisted suicide to continue to dialogue with their Paul, was diagnosed with lung cancer. He died fourteen members of parliament, both at the federal and provincial months later. COMMITTEES level to: Even as I write this, the words “lung cancer” hang in the Archives Bro. Paul Bunka KSV • Prioritize effective palliative care for all, and sup- air much in the same way they did that day when I sat Bro. William Gulka KSV port for those experiencing chronic suffering of any kind. next to my dad as his doctor delivered this news. It was Culture/Education Bro. Dr. Bill Gulka KSV We must especially offer love and compassionate assis- a strange and unsettling experience. At one level nothing Fraternal Bro. Paul Bunda KSV tance to those who are tempted to suicide. changed in that exact moment; at another level everything Bro. Eugene Pryma • Protect health care workers across Canada who op- changed. Holding his hand, to steady both of us, I remem- Membership Bro. John Holowachu KSV pose participating in euthanasia/assisted suicide, either by ber thinking “We are turning a corner here... How will Bro. John Chrusch doing it personally or by arranging for it to be done (that is, we find our way through this?” For her part, Dr. Everett Bro. Adam Nahachewsky referring for these procedures.) Their conscience rights are moved on in the conversation to outline options and pos- Parish Council Bro. Bernie Bodnar protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Free- sible next steps to consider. UC Congress Bro. Bernie Vinnick doms, and those rights must be respected in practice. In Driving over to my brother Jim’s house after the appoint- Press (Ukr) Bro. Dr. Bill Gulka KSV protecting them, we protect those they serve. ment, my dad’s first words tumbled out – thoughts, reac- (Eng) Bro. Bernie Bodnar • Protect health care institutions, hospices and long- tions and memories pinging off one another in no particu- Scholarship Bro. Dr. Bill Gulka KSV term care facilities whose mission, vision, and values lar order. Even in this early time just after “the news”, I Bro. William Hnatiuk commit them each day to heal, not to hasten death. In a remember dad’s mix of emotions. He reminisced about my Bro. Bernie Bodnar cold world of euthanasia, havens of hope are all the more mom’s relatively quick, but unexpected, death following a Social Bro. Orest Sirman needed.A discussion about death is never an easy one. Yet massive heart attack twelve years earlier. He spoke of his Bro. Peter Kapeluck now, more than ever, Canadians across the country need to anguish about agreeing to discontinue efforts to resusci- Bro. Michael Mialkowsky be fully informed and mindful of the implications of this tate her. Bro. Ed Rogalski legislation. These memories seemed to blend seamlessly with the pres- In a familiar Catholic prayer we meditate on the two key ent realities and his first, but not last, acknowledgment moments of life: now, and the hour of our death. In these “Patty, this may be it for me... but you can never really days ahead, may that reflection guide us as in a spirit of imagine your own death, can you?” love, mercy and compassion, we journey with all those And so began what was to be a long and sometimes dif- who are suffering. ficult journey for Paul and his loved ones. Day in and day Thomas Cardinal Collins out, decisions regarding health care are made in living Archbishop of Toronto Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 5 rooms, offices, clinics, hospitals and personal care homes Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League of Canada

information. Some want as much to take”; others might or treatment. This includes CONGRATULATIONS La Prairie, MB. In 1968, Helen and Mike much information as pos- look at the same treatments potentially life-saving or On February 6, 2016, Kushner moved to Moose sible; others want much and see them as burdens life-sustaining treatments. UCWLC member, Helen Jaw where Helen continued less. Some want to receive worth bearing. The person receiving care Kushner of the Assump- to be a member of the UC- this information in the com- DO WE HAVE A DUTY determines the benefit and/ tion of the Blessed Virgin WLC. pany of family or friends; TO PROLONG LIFE AT or burden of these interven- Mary Church, Moose Jaw Congratulations Helen! others prefer one- on-one ALL COSTS? tions. In the words of Pope received the UCWLC 70 meetings with health care The question of whether John Paul II, Year Service Pin. providers. or not there is a duty or an “To forego extraordinary In 1944, Helen was a This information should in- obligation to prolong one’s or disproportionate means Gloria Leniuk HLM, Helen Kushner, Dorothy Lazurko charter member of the clude: life is a concern for many is not the equivalent of sui- Moose Jaw Branch President UCWLC Branch in Portage 1. the diagnosis (i.e. what Catholics. Regarding the cide or euthanasia; it rather is going on in the person’s acceptance and/or refusal expresses acceptance of the throughout Canada. While body); of life-sustaining interven- human condition in the face these discussions are every- While death is our common 4. about the Catholic tradi- 2. the prognosis (i.e. what is tions, some mistakenly of death” (Evangelium Vi- day events for health care human fate, how, when, and tion of a good death. likely to happen as the ill- believe that Catholics are tae, no.65). providers, they are pivotal, where we die has changed Understanding that the ness progresses); and required to do everything It is essential to remember life-changing moments for profoundly in the past fifty goals of palliative care fully 3. the anticipated benefits, possible to stay alive as that euthanasia is deliber- people like Paul and his years. Unlike our grand- fit with the Catholic tradi- possible risks and any po- long as possible. This idea ate killing in order to end loved ones. parents’ deaths, our own tion of a “good” death may, tential harms of possible does not reflect Church suffering by ending the The Catholic Health Alli- deaths will more likely than in particular, address the options including the option teaching on this matter. person’s life. In the case ance of Canada believes it is not follow an explicit deci- confusion and fears Catho- of treating the symptoms The moral tradition of the of assisted suicide, persons important to provide some sion to set aside or to stop lics themselves experience. associated with illness (e.g. Church provides important take their own lives with information and reflection on-going use of life- sus- With so much at stake for us pain, shortness of breath, guidance: the direct assistance of oth- from a Catholic perspec- taining therapies. Indeed, individually and as a coun- anxiety) while not attempt- “Life and physical health ers in the provision of lethal tive on these life-changing over the past few years, Ca- try, there is a crucial need ing aggressive curative are precious gifts entrust- drugs. To allow death to oc- moments that patients and nadians have been regularly for clarification. treatment of the underlying ed to us by God. We must cur, recognizing the limits families so often face. exposed to media stories WHAT CAN WE LEARN disease. take reasonable care of of medicine to cure and/or The Alliance is a forum of of high profile court cases FROM THE STORY OF People require informa- them, taking into account improve function, is not eu- twelve Catholic sponsor- demonstrating uncertain- PAUL AND HIS FAM- tion that is presented in a the needs of others and the thanasia or assisted suicide. ship organizations of more ties and conflicts that arise ILY? manner they can under- common good” (Catechism WHAT IS PALLIATIVE than one hundred hospitals, when patients, families and A reflection on the experi- stand and appreciate, and of the Catholic Church, no. CARE? community health centres, healthcare providers have ence of Paul and his fam- the freedom to ask ques- 2288). Modern palliative care nursing homes and long different ideas about what ily, from the diagnosis of tions about that informa- “If morality requires respect emerged to improve the term care facilities dedicat- “counts” as the appropriate a life-threatening condition tion. for the life of the body, it care for the dying in today’s ed to continuing the healing or right response to a life- to end-of-life palliative care The issue of figuring out doesn’t make it an absolute frequently death-denying, ministry of Jesus Christ in threatening condition. and a peaceful death, is of- (assessing) “benefits”, value.” (Catechism of the death-defying world. As a today’s world. This min- In addition, there has been fered as a guide to the Cath- “risks” and “harms” is a Catholic Church, no. 2289). balance to the excessive and istry is committed to both and will continue to be olic tradition’s approach to particularly delicate matter. Over centuries, the Catholic disproportionate use of life- the provision of excellent much discussion and debate health care and end-of-life For instance, when a doctor faith has developed prin- sustaining interventions, medical and technical care in Canadian society about decision making. It is meant speaks of a benefit, she may ciples or ways of thinking palliative care’s stated goals and to understanding and whether or not to legalize to correct misconceptions be talking about how effec- about what “reasonable are the relief of pain and supporting the deeper is- assisted suicide and eutha- and to offer practical sug- tive a treatment is; does it care” means. Generally other distressing physical sues of meaning that arise nasia. Quebec has passed gestions about navigating work or accomplish what speaking, “reasonable care” symptoms, together with for patients and their loved Bill 52 (An Act Respecting both the anticipated and it is supposed to do. While would include interventions assistance responding to the ones when illness temporar- End-of-Life Care) and in- unanticipated features of a treatment might be effec- that are readily available, spiritual, emotional and fa- ily interrupts life or causes cluded physician adminis- death and dying. It is rooted tive, a patient may or may effective and not exces- milial needs at end of life. death. tered (assisted) death in its in an empathic understand- not value the treatment or sively burdensome. Most Palliative care has made It is only human to fear understanding of “medical ing of the emotional and consider it worth doing. For importantly, the interven- major advances in achiev- death and, even more, to aid in dying”. At the time of spiritual journey, as well as example, a person with ad- tions are those valued by ing these important goals. fear dying. Dealing with writing, the Supreme Court the physical realities of dy- vanced heart disease whose the person; they allow the Pain and other physical these fears, Catholics and of Canada prepares to hear ing. kidneys fail to function person to pursue spiritual symptoms are distinct from others may benefit from un- the British Columbia Carter WHAT IS NEEDED TO may or may not want to ac- goods and life goals (e.g. suffering but can be related. derstanding and re-claiming case, challenging the law MAKE GOOD HEALTH cept dialysis as a means of relationship with others Pain is a physical reality; a rich tradition regarding that prohibits assisted sui- CARE DECISIONS? dealing with kidney failure and union with God). From it can be relieved well by health care decision making cide. In both the Catholic tradi- if pursuing dialysis means a moral perspective, the modern medicine. How- in the face of life-limiting Under the banner of “death tion and modern health care leaving home in a remote Church’s understanding of ever, suffering is a total, hu- illness and reflecting on the with dignity”, assisted sui- ethics, persons like Paul community to relocate near “reasonable care” has never man, spiritual experience; meaning of a good death cide and euthanasia are of- who have the capacity to a centre that provides dialy- required individuals to ac- it requires attention to the now, in our time. ten pictured in the media as make their own decisions sis. cept interventions that they deeper issues of meaning at WHY IS CLARIFICA- the main options for a dig- are the primary decision Finally, when a doctor experience as overwhelm- end of life. TION NEEDED TODAY? nified or “good” death. The makers regarding proposed speaks of “risks”, he may ing or too burdensome even To allow death to occur, Medical advances have message that death with treatment and care options. be talking about the kinds if such therapies work. recognizing the limits of brought enormous im- dignity is a death we con- This promotes and protects of negative side effects that When the demands of life- medicine to cure and/or provements in the treatment trol by our own actions (i.e. interests people typically could happen when some- sustaining interventions in- improve function, is not of many conditions – dev- assisted suicide) or through value, namely, the patient’s one is receiving a treatment terfere with a person’s spir- euthanasia or assisted sui- astating injuries after an the actions of others (i.e. dignity and autonomy or and the likelihood that the itual concerns, including cide. accident, dreaded cancers, euthanasia) feeds the illu- ability to be self-directing. negative side effect will relationships and emotional Persons of faith experience chronic illnesses, like dia- sion that death itself is op- For this reason, information happen. The acceptance or and psychological burdens, the same difficulties as oth- betes, and the array of com- tional rather than a human regarding a patient’s val- avoidance of “risks” from they may be rightfully set ers in acknowledging the plications that come with reality. ues, beliefs, commitments, a patient’s perspective may aside or declined. limits of medicine. Ideally, them. With such success, Within the Catholic com- wishes, preferences, life- have less to do with per- Broadly understood, the during his months of treat- many have come to believe munity the debates have defining historical events, centages and possibilities balancing of benefits and ment Paul and his family in the power of technology also revealed enormous and hoped-for life goals is and more to do with per- burdens of available inter- would have been offered to cure every disease or to confusion: as crucial to making health sonality. Some patients can ventions, which is a part of a palliative care approach rescue people whenever 1. about the moral obliga- care decisions as informa- live with much uncertainty; any major health care deci- to this life-threatening and illness appears to be a life- tions of patients in making tion about the patient’s others cannot tolerate any sion, rests with the person. ultimately terminal disease. ending event. For them, this health-care decisions; physical condition. uncertainty The idea that the patient’s This approach prevents the means a relentless pursuit 2. about the morality of WHAT IS MEANT BY Similarly, doctors and their judgment is to be respect- sharp distinction between of cure in the belief that it is withholding or with-draw- INFORMED DECISION patients may have very dif- ed is consistent with the treatment and palliative always possible and that we ing life-sustaining treat- MAKING? ferent ideas about what Church’s understanding of care. It makes palliative can always somehow con- ment; To make informed decisions counts as “harm”. Some “reasonable care”. care available to patients trol death and disease. 3. aboutthegoalsandeffec- that are meaningful to them, treatments, while life-sus- IS DECIDING TO STOP and families on the con- tivenessofpalliativecare; people require information taining, are physically and TREATMENTS AC- tinuum from diagnosis to and that is presented in a man- emotionally demanding. CEPTABLE? death. After diagnosis and ner they can understand and Some people might look at Patients have a right to re- in the early stages of illness appreciate, and the freedom such treatments and assess fuse and/or to withdraw Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 6 to ask questions about that them as “harmful” or “too consent to any type of care continued on pg 8 lic parish, St. Theresa’s Toronto where she received for her dedication and con- Sr. Junia had to abandon Church and Shrine of the an Ontario Arts and Crafts cern for the Canadian SSMI herself totally to the arms of Why women live lon- Little Flower. Sr. Junia Certificate in 1953. Province. “Through storm a loving Heavenly Father. ger than men recalled that her mother For fifteen years and sleet, knee surgery and D i m i n i s h i n g taught her and her sib- Sr. Junia taught primary and tremors, through trips and health made it necessary for lings how to pray, re- elementary grades in Cath- speeches, through meetings Sr. Junia to join the Bethany counted Bible stories and olic schools in Toronto-St. and negotiations, you kept Home SSMI in Winnipeg sang hymns with them. Rita’s, Edmonton-Sacred on going.” in July, 2011. Two years In particular, she shared Heart, Yorkton-St. Mary’s, Sr. Junia felt later it was necessary for her deep devotion to the Ituna- St. Anne’s, Calgary- privileged to be present her to accept the loving care Mother of God, singing St. Angela’s and Winnipeg- at the beatification of the and concern at Holy Family with them the Moleben Immaculate Heart of Mary. first Sister Servant and co- Home. Sister Junia Anne during May. In the words She also served as Princi- foundress, Sister Josaphata, Sr. Junia was Kunanec, SSMI of Sr. Junia: Through my pal in St. Mary’s School in in Lviv, Ukraine in June, predeased by her parents 1930 – 2016 Mother, God first gave me Yorkton and IHM School 2001. This also was an ex- Dmytro and Maria, brother Because women know a Sr. Junia died on March life and through her He in Winnipeg. Reflecting on cellent opportunity for her Volodymyr and sister-in- double-forklift is the worst 02, 2016, in Holy Fam- kept calling me to a deep- these years, Sr. Junia was to connect with her roots in law Olga, brothers Emil and idea ever. ily Home, Winnipeg, er life of faith in Him. My grateful to the Lord, who Ukraine and visit the place Robert, and niece Gail. MB in her 86th year and mother was God’s great- blessed her with good rap- of her brother Volodymyr’s 67th in religious life. est gift to me port with the staff and stu- memorial and place of his She is survived Sr. Junia (Anne) Anne first met dents and acceptance and heroic death. by her sister Sr. Mary Ba- was born on May 28, Sisters Servants of Mary love. During her term sil SSMI, HFH, Winnipeg; 1930 in Wolverine, SK, Immaculate in their coun- Sr. Junia attended of office, Sr. Junia blessed brother Michael and sister- near Saskatoon, to Dmy- try church in Saskatch- the University of Saskatch- all efforts of the Canadian in-law Joan, Scarborough, tro and Maria Kunanec ewan, where they came ewan in Saskatoon, 1966- SSMI Orphanage and Cat- ON; sister-in-law Sylvia (no relative), who had im- And how four ton backhoes to teach catechism during 1968, obtaining B.A. and echetical Assistance/Mis- (Emil), Toronto; beloved aren’t the same thing as a migrated to Canada from the summer months. Anne B. Ed degrees. sion in Ukraine. She truly nieces and nephews with beach umbrella Yavoriv, Ukraine (near the liked the Sisters because She was grateful lived the words of St. Paul their families and relatives Polish border) in the late they told “stories about for her years at Gonzaga that it is more blessed to in Ukraine. 1920s with their sons Emil Jesus,” participated in the University, Spokane, WA, give than to receive. The Panakhyda and Robert. Their eldest recess games and seemed where she obtained her As Provincial service for the late Sr. Junia son Volodymyr remained to be always happy. The M.A. degree in Spiritual- Superior Sr. Junia was re- was celebrated by Metro- in Ukraine due to immi- desire to be like them and ity in 1980. Ever a seeker sponsible for the celebra- politan Lawrence Huculak grations laws; a freedom- do what the Sisters did of truth and wary of seeing tion of the Centenary of the in the Bethany Home cha- fighter for Ukraine, he was came to her at the age of things “black or white,” she Canadian Sisters Servants pel on Thursday at 4:00 pm killed on April 02, 1948 seven or eight. Later on at chose for her thesis: Spiri- in 2002. The highlight was on March 10, 2016. The in defense of his beloved Holy Eucharist Church in tuality and Charism of the her initiative to create the Sisters, who were unable homeland. Her sister Mary Toronto, she met the Sis- Sisters Servants of Mary SSMI Heritage Display in to participate in the funeral Because women know and brother Michael were ters again, who supported Immaculate: Eastern or the Provincial Home’s ar- services in church were where they can buy a lad- born later. her desire to respond to Western? chival building. By paint- grateful for this time to say der big enough for the job. Having endured Christ’s call. For twenty years ings, photo charts and cita- their final farewell. the years of depression on Having experi- Sr. Junia taught at Sacred tions, the 100 years of the The Parastas for the prairies, the Kunanec enced the call of Christ Heart High School in York- Sisters in Canada were fully Sr. Junia was celebrated family moved to a farm and having made the ir- ton. She was Religious Edu- and creatively presented. at 7:00 pm in St. Joseph’s they rented near Bronte, revocable decision to fol- cation Co-ordinator for five Sr. Junia was de- Church by Redemptorist ON in 1942 in search of a low Him, Anne entered years and on the Christian voted to her family. She Fathers. Fr. Dmytro shared better life. A year later they Mount Mary Novitiate in Ethics Curriculum Team rejoiced to celebrate with his experience of working moved to Scarborough, a Ancaster, ON, September for three years, revising and them and supported them with Sr. Junia in St. Mary’s suburb of Toronto. 18, 1949. Now Sister Ju- updating the grades 9-12 by counsel and prayer in parish in Yorkton. Anne’s elementary nia, she made First Pro- Christian Ethics program. times of need. She knew Provincial Supe- education began at Mile fession of Vows as a Sis- Sr. Junia regarded these as them inside out and could rior Sr. Patricia spoke on End School in Wolverine, ter Servant on March 20, her most satisfying experi- laugh with them and cry behalf of the Sisters, thank- SK and continued in an 1952 and Final Profession ences in teaching. “I dis- with them. She looked for- ing Sr. Junia for the witness And the mover... Ontario one-room country on August 15, 1957. covered that is the process ward to visiting them and of her life and service. A school. In Scarborough she Sr. Junia did not of teaching my students, I always felt she was totally former student, Margaret took her grade eight at St. hide the Light of Christ am also taught by them, as spoiled by them. To all fam- Saray, fondly recalled her Joseph’s-on-the-Lake and she received in baptism we establish a friendly rela- ily members, she says a student days when Sr. Junia then attended Notre Dame and renewed in religious tionship of give and take.” heartfelt Thank you! was her Principal at IHM High School, grades 9 - 13, profession, but allowed Letters/e-mails Sr. Junia was School. Each shared the graduating in the “Clas- it to enlighten all she from former students testify blessed with many joys and richness of the relationship sical Course” with First served in her mission to Sr. Junia’s lasting impact sunny days, but she also that Sr. Junia provided the Class Honours in 1948. She work, teaching primary, on her students: experienced sadness, help- family, the Sisters Servants also took music lessons, Because women know the elementary and high Sent in the early 2000s: lessness and dark times. and IHM School. number of the landscaper... studying music theory and school grades in Catholic Your good example as a The ill health of her sister On Friday, March achieved grade eight stand- Schools, for thirty-five strong, resilient woman and Sr. Mary Basil and her suf- 11 the Funeral Divine Lit- ing in piano. years. In addition, she great belief in God and His fering filled her with under- urgy for Sr. Junia was To earn money for taught Sunday Catechism many blessings has been a standing and compassion celebrated at St. Joseph’s her schooling, Anne and and Ukrainian School terrific inspiration to me as for others, students, friends, Church by Metropolitan her sister Mary, accompa- in parishes after she had life unfolds. other Sisters, who had to Lawrence Huculak and Re- nied by their older broth- dismissed her students. A E-mailed June 2014: I was endure years of pain. The demptorist Fathers. In his ers, went to work on the typical Sister Servant, Sr. student at Sacred Heart al- death of her parents, her homily Metropolitan Law- tobacco farms in southern Junia taught catechism in most 20 years ago. I hope brothers Volodymyr, Emil rence shared three lessons Ontario in August. It was the summer months in Sr. Junia is well and has op- and Robert and her niece of life that Sr. Junia taught Because working on your hard work, but also a time car even though you don’t parishes at Kirkland Lake portunity to hear my appre- Gail she accepted, full of all who encountered her. know what you’re doing to enjoy each other’s com- and Timmins in Ontario, ciation… and my thanks for faith in a loving God. “For pany in the evenings. doesn’t make you more of and Norquay and Wyn- her immeasurable caring people of faith, life has a a woman Sr. Junia’s parents yard in Saskatchewan. and kindness she so openly purpose. There is hope, treasured their faith, which She also taught at the St. offered. goodness and love, from The interment was at Holy had enabled them to over- John summer camp near Sr. Junia loved her above.” (From her eulogy Family Cemetery, Sisters come many hardships and Ottawa. religious congregation and for her brother Robert.) Servants’ plot. Provincial sufferings in Ukraine and Her teaching served it wholeheartedly in And Sr. Junia was Superior Sr. Patricia Lac- on Canadian soil. When apostolate began after she all ministries entrusted to not spared suffering. Her ey, who had shared many possible they went to Holy had graduated from To- her and in top leadership illness, making her progres- years with Sr. Junia in the Eucharist Ukrainian Catho- ronto Teachers’ College in positions. She served as lo- sively weaker and more and teaching apostolate, gave lic Church on distant King 1953. Besides her musical cal Superior at Sacred Heart more dependent on others’ the eulogy, highlighting Sr. Street for Sunday Liturgy. talent, the Lord gifted her in Yorkton for nine years. care, was the final chapter Junia’s compassionate and At other times, they went with artistic sensibility She served as Provincial in her fruitful, many-faceted open-hearted spirit, wher- to a nearby Roman Catho- and creativity. Her stud- Councillor, Vice-Provincial life of serving others. She ever she was called to serve. Because the only time a ies in this field began in and nine years as Provincial lived out St. Paul’s words: May the memory woman is willing to get Superior, 1999-2009. The When I am weak, then I am of Sr. Junia be eternal! sawed in half is when it’s by a magician Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 7 Sisters are grateful to her strong! It was only then that the focus is on communi- issues of medically assisted lic opinion polls, assisted We learn about the world, Her “Angels” Sang Her Home: cation, advance care plan- nutrition and hydration suicide and euthanasia are about relationships, about The loving ministry of the Ukrainian Sisters of St. Jo- ning, psychological and (often referred to as tube often presented as acts of love, about dependence, seph spiritual support, and pain feeding) are particularly compassion for persons about independence and My mother went home to heaven in 1999. We and symptom management. difficult. It is important to who suffer intractable pain. about balance. We learn that were close. I could not really imagine life without my At later stages the focus is distinguish between per- However, pain and other there is so much about life mom. She had ovarian cancer 20 years before but with review of the goals of care, sons with chronic condi- physical symptoms play a that we do not control, and prayer and treatment she recovered. When she was diag- ongoing support for pa- tions who might benefit small part in the actual re- so must trust. Dying is part nosed with breast cancer that had metastasized into her tients and families, pain and from medically assisted quests for assisted death. of that journey, part of life, bones, treatment was an option but she declined. She had symptom management and nutrition and hydration and The most common reasons and Christians believe that been through so much already after a mastectomy and her preparation for death. persons who are dying. For for wanting assisted death dying well means acknowl- previous chemotherapy; further treatment was more than Acceptance of dying can those who are approaching are fear of future pain or edging our dependence, she could take. initiate a precious time of death, the loss of appetite suffering; the sense of loss being thankful for life and My Dad had a lot of health problems and when in grace, reconciliation and and the loss of a need for of dignity; feelings of being for those that are part of the summer of 1998 we received my Mom’s terminal diag- healing. The goals of pal- food are normal and ex- a burden to others, espe- that life, giving up control nosis it was very clear my Dad could not, even with fam- liative care at end of life are pected. cially loved ones, and a de- and trusting in God. A good ily and home care support, care for our mother’s needs as compatible with the Chris- n principle, there is an ob- sire for some control in the death is the completion of well as his own. Neither my sister nor I were in a position tian notion of the good ligation to provide patients out- of-control experience life as this journey of faith to take them into our homes, as much as we would have death. with food and water, in- of dying. These feelings are and family. It is quite differ- liked to. We approached the Sisters of St. Joseph about ARE THERE OTHER IS- cluding medically assisted experiences of human suf- ent from modern concep- a place for both of them at their care home at 33 Valens SUES WHICH COULD nu- trition and hydration, fering, not pain. tions of assisted death. Drive in Saskatoon so that they could be together during HAVE ARISEN IN when they cannot take food Assisted suicide and eutha- Such a perspective does our mother’s last days. It was always our thought that our PAUL’S JOURNEY? orally. However, feeding nasia are a medicalization not minimize the need for Dad would likely move out afterwards—little did we know There are many other com- becomes morally optional of death and of human suf- good decisions as death ap- that he would have such difficulty coping with the certain plex issues which arise for when it cannot reasonably fering – the false belief that proaches. Life is to be trea- loss of our Mom that his health would rapidly deteriorate patients and their loved be expected to prolong life somehow all human pain sured and protected with and he would die before she did. ones. These include the or when it would be “exces- and suffering can be cured “reasonable care.” But the Throughout the year that my Mom was a resident treatment of pain, other sively burdensome for the by a medical intervention. spiritual goals of life re- at St. Joseph’s Home, as her health declined, there were ups physical symptoms, suffer- patient”. As a patient draws This is a notion that per- quire that decisions about and downs. There was the difficult adjustment to the loss ing and issues with provid- close to inevitable death vades contemporary society treatments not be out of of independence that she and my Dad had previously en- ing nutrition and hydration from an underlying pro- – the illusion that some- proportion to the benefits joyed. This was very difficult especially for my Dad. Then, for dying persons. gressive and fatal condition, where there is a “quick fix” and burdens of the treat- my Dad who had suffered for years with Emphysema and Effective management of certain measures to provide for every ill and every kind ments. Asthma, contracted pneumonia and died rather suddenly, pain is critical in the appro- nutrition and hydration may of human distress. As part And finally, family and so there was the loss of our Dad. They were together for priate care of the sick and become excessively bur- of this trend, assisted death those who provide care over 50 years of joys and sorrows. This was very difficult. dying, whatever their age densome and therefore not would certainly not be con- should advocate for optimal On the up side she was able to hold her last grandchild, my or circumstances. The dy- obligatory in light of their fined to end of life care or pain and symptom relief son John, in her weakened arms and attend his Baptism. ing process is often accom- very limited ability to pro- terminal illness. The poten- and personal and spiritual This was a great grace. panied by pain and other long life or provide com- tial implications for all so- comfort and support. Some- In all of this our Mom received incredible love, physical symptoms such fort. Comfort and personal ciety are staggering. times, what is most needed support and care from the staff and Sisters of St. Joseph. as breathlessness. Catholic care for the dying person IS A “GOOD DEATH” is that caring people be She called them her ‘angels’. teaching emphasizes that continue to be provided in POSSIBLE IN MODERN present with the dying per- r, on one of my many visits, a Sister pulled me aside we have a duty to provide many other ways. TIMES? son. Accompanying a dying and said, “Your Mom is hanging on becauseAs my she Mom thinks grew you relief. Some are concerned UNDERSTANDING RE- Like Paul, many of us may person on that final part of needweake her, maybe it is time to tell her that you will be okay that the use of morphine QUESTS FOR ASSIST- wonder if it is possible to their journey is a privilege. and she is free to go to God.” I was shocked at this. How and other opioid medica- ED DEATH imagine our own deaths. It provides comfort and could I do that? I didn’t want her to go. As her condition tions in control of pain While sad and at times dif- While we witness death ev- shows respect for that per- worsened I began to see that Sister was correct. I struggled. and shortness of breath are ficult, Paul’s death is an ex- ery day in remote ways (e.g. son and for their journey. Then one afternoon as spring was turning into summer -- as equivalent to euthanasia. ample of a good death in the accidental or violent deaths Such is death with real dig- I held my baby—I clearly saw my Mom’s suffering. I was Church teaching is clear, Catholic tradition. It is the reported on television nity, a good death. able to say the words. “Mom, when you leave me… when “The use of painkillers to completion of life as a jour- news; obituary accounts of •submitted by Teresa Hiebert Article source: you leave us… we will miss you more than words can alleviate the sufferings of ney of faith and family with the premature deaths of the Catholic Health Alliance of Canada the dying, even at the risk possibilities for reconcilia- very young and anticipated http://www.chac.ca/alliance/online/docs/ say but we will be okay. We will be alright.” Her response Catholic%20Perspective.pdf of shortening their days, tion and healing with loved deaths of the very old), most was a simple “I know.” I was not yet ready to say that final can be morally in confor- ones at the end. It is quite of us have yet to experience SMILE goodbye. mity with human dignity if different from modern con- imminent life threatening Did you hear about the Short weeks later the dreaded call came. “Your death is not willed as either ceptions of “assisted death” illness even if we have kept mathematician who’s afraid Mom is not going to be with us much longer, you should an end or a means, but only – ending one’s own life and/ vigil with friends and fam- of negative numbers? come.” foreseen and tolerated as in- or having one’s life inten- ily members in their pas- He’ll stop at nothing to When I arrived my sister was already there. But evitable.” (Catechism of the tionally ended by another. sages from life to death. avoid them. to my surprise so were several of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Catholic Church, no. 2279) It is important to understand Ironically, the possibil- They were singing, the Jesus Prayer in Ukrainian. “Je- We need to be clear that the requests for death by as- ity of a “good death” in Why do we tell actors to sus, Lord Jesus, Son of the Living God, have mercy, have proper titrated use of medi- sisted suicide or euthanasia. modern times may well be “break a leg?” Because mercy on us.” (If you go on to youtube you can hear what cation in the alleviation of Sometimes, when coming undermined by the avail- every play has a cast. Did it sounds like—I would highly recommend it if you have pain does not hasten death. from the dying person, it is ability of life-sustaining you hear about the actor never heard this prayer sung: Such treatment does not a signal to review their pain interventions not imagined who fell through the floor- constitute euthanasia but and symptom control and or available to those who boards? He was just going ) https://www.youtube. rather good pain manage- their spiritual and emotion- lived before us. The tradi- through a stage. com/watch?v=Q7UmcdTQ2x4&list=RDQ7UmcdTQ2x4These were the women who cared for my Mom ment. al support. Sometimes it is a tional Christian notion of a (and#t=2 Dad’s) physical needs in their last days, and they did it Optimal palliative care can cry from the heart prompted “good death” offers insights Helvetica and Times New extremely well. But they also cared deeply for their spiritu- Roman walk into a bar. provide considerable relief by fear of the unknown; of that are essentially timeless. al needs. They were our Mother’s‘earthly angels’who “Get out of here!” shouts for almost all symptoms. being abandoned; of being In the face of life-changing sang her into the presence of the heavenly host. Momen- the bartender. “We don’t When there is intractable a burden; or of pain and suf- and life-ending illness, the tarily, all of us in that room touched eternity as my mom serve your type. pain, palliative sedation fering. Sometimes it comes thoughtful consideration of took her last breath. If I ever doubted it, I knew heaven was may be considered. Since from a belief that the only important life goals – ma- ‘for real’, my Mom and Dad were together. All I could do Yesterday I saw a guy spill persons have the right and way to die with dignity or terial, relational and spiri- was pray with all my heart that someday our whole family all his Scrabble letters obligation to prepare for have a “good death” is by tual goods – may best be could be united with them in the ocean of God’s love and on the road. I asked him, their death while fully con- means of assisted death or served through the thought- mercy. “What’s the word on the scious, they should not be euthanasia. ful use of means to promote Year’s later when I heard Sr. Theodosia (former street?” deprived of consciousness For many, assisted death is well-being, to protect and director of the Home, now deceased) speak about the trag- without a compelling rea- about individual rights and preserve life and, finally, edy of so many of our people dying without someone to A woman noticed her hus- son. However, palliative autonomy. Christians, how- to provide for a peaceful pray with and for them, her words pierced my heart. What band standing on the bath- sedation, that is sedation for ever understand that life is a death. if there were no heroic women who were willing to give room scale, sucking in his palliative purposes, can be gift which has both personal Paul’s death is an exam- their lives in the service of God and His people? What if stomach. “Ha­­! That’s not morally permissible within and communal dimensions. ple of a good death in the there was no St. Joseph’s Home to care for the whole per- going to help,” she said. the Catholic tradition. “The life and death of each Catholic tradition. All life son—body and soul—as they prepare to enter eternity? I Because of the profound of us has its influence on is a journey, like Paul’s, could not fathom it. Yet as I tearfully, all these years later, “Sure, it does,” he said. emotional, social and spiri- others...” (Romans 14.7). and most of that journey is recall these events I know we face a situation where in- tual significance of feeding, In the media and in pub- spent learning about what “It’s the only way I can see life means. We learn that the numbers.” Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 8 all life is a gift from God. cont’d pg 9

Annual Report Bishop Andrew Roborecki Foundation Inc. Established 1982

Христос Воскрес! Christ is Risen! Indeed he is Risen. We are pleased to provide our Annual Report and Financial Statement for year ending December 31, 2015. Since inception the Foundation has provided over $450,000 in financial support for the education of seminarians and clergy within our Eparchy. Our support only covers less then half of the actual expenses needed to maintain a strong educational program within our Eparchy. It is, therefore, necessary for us to keep building the Foundation so that funding does not become an impediment to the growth and survival of our edu- cational programming. Our Church is a treasury of values that needs to be enriched and passed on from generation to generation. Therefore, a solid religious education is paramount, and for this we need dedicated pastoral leaders. The following is a list of donations up to Dec. 31, 2015. Our Faith was very important to our forefathers. It was what sustained them. Let not this generation Name Donation be the one that becomes indifferent and uncaring and thus allowing our Faith to falter and fall. We have been provided with an abundance of gifts from God; let us continue to use these gifts to build up our Faith for God’s greater glory. Rt. Rev. Andrew Muzyka 500.00 At the present time we have the following candidates in advanced training: Jennie Franko 100.00 ANDREJ PRIHODA from Bosnia. He has completed all his theological studies and seminary training in Croa- Karen Senko 200.00 tia, and currently is serving in various capacities within the Eparchy. WARREN DUNGEN from Prince Albert is currently finishing a two year program in Ottawa. He is there with St. Athanasius Parish - Regina 665.00 his wife, Lori Lou and their 4 sons. He has had a long career in Youth Ministry in Prince Albert and previously Rayner Agencies Ltd - Norbert Wasylenko 250.00 in the USA. Stephen & Michelene Worobetz Foundation 2,000.00 DEACON HAROLD SALAHUB, also from Prince Albert, is a candidate for priestly ordination. He is still teaching in the Catholic System and has some classes to finish up. He will be working with Fr. Gregory Hrynkiw and Sheptytsky Institute at St. Pauls University to complete his formation. His wife Marcia is busy with many St. Basil Parish - Regina things including ‘Friend of the Family’ an Eparchial position connected to the Family Life Office. They have Jim & Carol Chabun 10.00 two sons. Alex & Sandra Boyda 20.00 We wish them God’s Blessings as they progress on this long road of discernment. Stella Buchinski 20.00 George & Nadia Bursey 25.00 PLANNED GIVING………a very effec- tive way to convey your desire to support Brian & Colleen Janssen 5.00 James Dozorec 20.00 the objectives of the Roborecki Founda- Olga Kondra 10.00 John & Donna Drabycz 5.00 tion well into the future, while at the same Anne Achtemichuk 5.00 Nestor & Eileen Ewasienko 20.00 time benefiting from tax savings. Steve & Sonia Popowich 10.00 Arthur & Theresa Ingleby 25.00 How to make a donation Kalvin & Maureen Werner 10.00 Meinard & Kathy Kauck 10.00 a) Members of a Parish should make their donations payable to the Ben & Violet Kluk 10.00 Bohdan & Olga Kotyk 20.00 Parish, and identified as donation to Lionel & Eleanor Fedorowich 20.00 Alvena Krushelnicki 20.00 “Roborecki Foundation.” Mike Lackmanec 5.00 Andrij & Carla Lazurko 100.00 The month of January has been desig- Walter Prystai 10.00 William Mokohoniuk 10.00 nated as the month to make donations to Bishop Roborecki Foundation. Each Neil Lawrence 10.00 Rt. Rev. Vladimir Mudri 200.00 Parish should have a Sunday Envelope Adella Byblow 5.00 Faye Olenick 5.00 specifically for the Foundation. Should Howard Woychesko 5.00 Ryan Pasternak 100.00 your parish not have a special envelope, Fran Derkach 10.00 David & Dianne Panagabko 20.00 simply use your own Parish Collection envelope and identify it as ‘Donation to Joe Markewich 5.00 Arlene Romanow 20.00 Roborecki Foundation’ and place with Anton Dziaduck 2.00 Myron & Janet Romanow 100.00 your regular Sunday collections. Kay Michalishen 5.00 Julian & Nan Saganski 10.00 The Parish will total these donations John & Kathy Woychesko 2.00 Margaret Scott 20.00 and remit one cheque payable to the Foundation, along with a list of all the Virginia Serelo 20.00 Terry & Florence Shalley 25.00 donors and amounts donated. This Matt Litwin 5.00 Maria Senczyszyn 15.00 should then be forwarded directly to Peco & Grace Chorney 25.00 Mary Serbin 10.00 the Foundation at 214 Avenue M South, Luciana Litwin 10.00 Myron & Dianne Sereda 50.00 Saskatoon, SK. S7M 2K4, by Decem- ber 1st of each year. Albert Otchenash 20.00 Waverly $ Janet Stechyshyn 20.00 b) Non members, organiza- Harry Kardynal 20.00 John & Yvonne Sirdar 10.00 tions or businesses should mail their do- Ed & Helen McGlashen 5.00 Eugene & Yvonne Suchoboki 40.00 nation directly to the Foundation at the Norman Koptie 5.00 Millie Sydorko 30.00 above address. c) To arrange for Bequests or Anton Fedyk 5.00 Theresa Wasylynka 50.00 larger donations, please contact one of Ted & Emily Deneschuk 25.00 Jerry & Bernadette Zrymiak 20.00 the Directors, or simply name the Bish- Bill Zrymiak 200.00 op Andrew Roborecki Foundation Inc. Holy Eucharist Praish - Hudson Bay 25.00 O’Neil & Lenore Zuck 40.00 as a beneficiary in your Will. Holy Trinity Parish - Weyburn 25.00 Anonymous 30.00 The Foundation Financial Holy Eucharist Parish - Foam Lake 75.00 Statement is on pg 10 Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Yorkton 115.00 St. Mary’s Parish - Yorkton Her”Angels” sang her home All Saints Parish - North Battleford 65.00 tutions with this level of care for body Geraldine Koban 100.00 St. George’s Parish - Prince Albert 188.60 Orest & Elizabeth Zahayko 20.00 and soul—to face extinction because of their conscience? Clearly I would hope St. Peter & Paul Parish - Saskatoon 1,438.00 Steven & Adline Hrynkiw 5.00 that in the face of an aging population Dormition B.M. of God Parish - Saskatoon 200.00 Andrew Spelay 10.00 that more such institutions were avail- St. Josaphat Kunsevich KC Council -Saskatoon 250.00 able to usher us from life to life eternal, Orest Dudiak 10.00 Eparchy of Saskatoon 310.00 Dan MacLean 10.00 with the best of holistic care. Total $8,320.60 •submitted by Deborah Larmour Sophia Pisiak 20.00 Petro & Nadia Mysak 2.00 God’s Mercy Through nual Eparchial Appeal. Jullian Furmanuik 10.00 Bless our Eparchial Ministers, St Volodymyr Our Ministries Help us to overcome all ob- both ordained and lay, Walter & Sylvia Ukrainetz 20.00 Camp Look down upon your ser- stacles, for Your glory. that they may facilitate Ella Fiegal 20.00 Pike Lake vants, Send Your angels from heaven, encounters between You, the O good One, Paul Shewchuk 3.00 from the Eparchy of Saska- living Christ, July 17 - July toon, to guard the work which we and us your faithful servants. Bella Bilan 5.00 24 as we fall before you with undertake. Bernard Stephaniuk 40.00 2016 faith, O Lord, Through the prayers of the and hear our prayers. Let the fruit of this effort be Mother of God, O Savior, save Mildred Spelay 20.00 Bless our good intentions, not an end in itself, us. Mary Kurulok 10.00 that we might successfully and but let it be a means of evan- timely gelizing families, EparchialMichael Wozney News Spring 2016 page 9 20.00 complete the work of the An- and of growing Your Kingdom. Bishop Andrew Roborecki Foundation Inc. Adult Faith Formation begins Financial Statement year ending December 31, 2015 in Yorkton 2015 2014 On January 22, 2016 the Adult Current Assets Faith Formation Program began in Yor- Cash $ 6,462 $ 2.752 kton, SK. It is a one year program and Short-term Investments 168,467 77,419 participants attend once a month Friday 174,929 80,171 night to Saturday afternoon, ending Long-term Investments 456,370 549,471 with 5:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy at Our ______Mother of Perpetual Help Church. This $ 631,299 $ 629,642 program is coordinated by Sr. Marijka Konderewicz and Sr. Bonnie Komar- Current Liabilities nicki and the Team consists of Saska- Accounts Payable & accrued Liabilities 1,750 1,750 toon Lay Formation Alumni: Geral- dine Koban, Doreen Rathgeber, Lorne Unrestricted Net Assets 629,549 627,892 Brischuk and Rose Mydynski. The ______Sisters were looking to start a program $ 631,299 $ 629,642 in Yorkton but needed a starting point. Geraldine and Doreen were that point. Revenues: 2015 2014 They had the energy and enthusiasm to Bequest-Maurice Holuk Estate $ 0.00 $ 66,074 run with the program. They did every- Bequest-Fr.Pawliuk Estate 0.00 27,000 thing from cleaning out the Monastery Interest 15,285 17,798 to buying groceries and cooking. It was Donations 8,321 8,305 a sure sign that this was blessed by the Holy Spirit when over 20 people regis- $ 23,606 $ 119,177 tered. With the blessings of Fr. Bohdan Expenses Lukie, C.Ss.R and the Redemptorist Office & Postage $ 0.00 $ 86 Fathers, we were able to have the ses- Bank Charges 24 105 sions in the Golden Agers room (and Professional Fees 1,925 2,000 we are grateful for the use of the room) Seminary/Priests Education 20,000 20,000 of the Parish and participants who were $ 21,949 22,939 from out of town were able to live-in at the Monastery. Excess of Revenue over Expense $ 1,657 $ 96,986 To date we have 25 partici- pants. Our group consists of the fol- Net Assets, beginning of year 627,892 530,906 lowing people: Diana Stadnyk (Yor- kton), Sonia Starling (Yorkton), Vi Net Assets, end of year $ 629,549 $ 627,892 Protz (Yorkton), Sonja Pawliw (York- ton) Virgina Serelo (Yorkton), Verlee Zulyniak (Yorkton), Barb Mackesey EY Ernest & Young (Yorkton), Joyce Kniaz (Yorkton), Pat Chartered Professional Accountants Thompson (Yorkton), Elsie Stechysyn (Yorkton) Lorne Stechyshyn (York- ton), Laura Berezny (Ituna), Bishop Passing on the grandparents face an im- called to embrace the faith, Michael Wiwchar, C.Ss.R (Ituna), Nat- mense challenge. Travel- and live it vibrantly. They in alie Shervernoha (Ituna), Denise Smysniuk (Ituna), Christine Byblow (Ituna), Leona Hudy Faith… ling across the province turn are called, despite bro- (Melville), Eugene Stychyshyn (Regina), Chrisitne Kokoski (Foam Lake), Rose Mydynski The Challenge it is clear that our faithful kenness and suffering they (Arran), Sylvia Hnatiuk (Swan River) Eugenia Mydynski (Benito, MB), Cindy Mackie are painfully aware of and have often experienced, be (Benito, MB), Shelley Mackie (Benito, MB), Terri Genik, (Dauphin, MB). of the New feeling the effects of these witnesses of the beauty and The excitement is palpable. We have been very blessed to have speakers come in very discouraging statistics. truth of lives transformed from Saskatoon and Winnipeg. Mr. Henry Spilchuk came the first weekend to teach about Evangelization This is initiative is designed by Christ to a world that has Matins and the History of the Eastern Church. Fr. John Sianchuk, C.Ss.R, from Winnipeg, By Deborah Larmour to impart hope, because lost it’s way. taught the Great Lent. Hiermonk Gregory Hrynkiw taught Ecclesiology and Church His- our hope is and will re- tory. Sr. Bonnie Komarnicki, ssmi taught Icons, Liturgical Year and Introduction to the This past year the Family main the God who is both Talk of evangelization Bible. and Life Office has begun to creator of the cosmos and makes many of our people Meals have been absolutely delicious and Geraldine, Doreen and Lorne have been roll out, in parishes across lover of all of us, includ- very nervous. It is outside fabulous in their service of the people. One weekend, the Benito ‘crew’ of Rose, Cindy the Province, the initiative ing our children/youth. He our comfort zone. And yet and Shelley cooked Perogies, sausages and cookies enough to feed an army. It was a huge called My Family Home: A has not abandoned us and in when I think of my Baba success. Cindy and Shelley also help with “setting up” and “taking down”. As Alumni they Place to Encounter the Liv- fact has provided us with a and how she lived her faith, know how to set up the space for the program so that it runs smoothly and they give tech ing Christ. It is basically a wealth of information and where everything she did support as needed. Our Alumni have been generous with time and talent to help get this guided reflection on how assistance on how we can was a prayer, I know that program off the ground and running. to live and grow our faith make a difference in the really it is just a new name This program is blessed with abundance of hospitality and warmth. Geraldine so that we will have a “vi- lives of our families. There for a very old concept. We often says that she ‘felt so cared for’ in her experience at Queen’s House during the Sas- brant” ‘Domestic Church’ are concrete and practical are really just building on katoon Lay Formation experience and she wishes to replicate that feeling here in Yorkton. and thus not only support things we can do to make our traditions. What it re- We are grateful for the generosity of all those people involved who have made this program the growth of ‘vibrant par- a difference in the lives of ally means is what I call be- so successful. We are especially grateful to the Put out into the Deep Annual Eparchial ishes’ but also pass our those we love! ing “all in”—being totally Appeal, Catholic Missions In Canada and the Worobetz Foundation because without their faith on to our children. It committed and making the contributions this program could not exist. has been written to suit our As is often the case, when living of our liturgical- unique needs in the Epar- the Church faces a chal- sacramental life, everyday, chy of Saskatoon, based on lenge, such as she is fac- in the midst of our busy the six themes of Patriarch ing today, the Holy Spirit lives--- our top priority. It Sviatoslav’s Pastoral Let- has already provided the also means doing what we ter regarding the Vibrant remedy. In the case of this have been called to do in Parish. It also is modeled crisis of faith it is the ‘new scripture from the begin- on a program developed by evangelization’. It is fresh ning. 1Peter 3:15 says “Al- the National Association of approach that has been per- ways be prepared to make The Team: Sr. Marijka Catholic Family Life Min- colating in the Church since a defense to any one who Konderewicz, Sr. Bonnie isters (NACFLM) Strong the 1960’s with Paul VI’s calls you to account for the Catholic Families; Strong Komarnicki, Geraldine encyclical On Evangeliza- hope that is in you, yet do it Koban, Doreen Rathgeber, Catholic Youth. tion. It was then developed with gentleness and rever- Rose Mydynkski and Lorne further by the teaching of ence…” So not only are Brischuk The large group was taken when Fr. John Sianchuk came to speak to In a world where over Pope St. John Paul II and we told what we need to to Encounter the Living the group in February the past 30-40 years over Benedict XVI and put into be doing we are given a Christ gives us the tools to 2/3rds of Catholics have action by our Patriarch and clue about the how. The begin this process. this exciting initiative. If 2756 or email left the church and of those Pope Francis. It is centered core statement here though you have any questions or . The over 70% leave before they on Catholic families (and centers on us knowing and The Family and Life Of- would like to book an intro- pamphlets are alsoucfamilyli online- are 23 years old parents and we all are part of a family) sharing our deep convic- fice is ready to come and ductory session please call [email protected] our website (with helpful tions about why we believe. speak at your parish so Deborah Larmour 306-653- video discussions on each Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 10 My Family Home: A Place you can learn more about 0138 Ext 228 or 306-717- Ss Peter & Paul 6 – in favour of keeping the Old Calendar (Julian) From the 1971 Homecoming Jubilee booklet, the following Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church 21 – in favour of switching to the New Calendar (Gregorian) historical information was obtained: Montmartre, SK 2 – spoiled ballots 1) A piece of land was purchased in 1921 north of the CP Minutes of Meetings 1991 - the priest’s salary was $80.00 per Sunday Mass - rec- railroad tracks to the size of 100 x 150. Continued from Christmas edition ognition was made for the 100th Anniversary of Ukrainians in 2) At the first meeting, a total of $700.00 was collected to ini- Canada tiate building: Basil Kardash donated $350.00, Oleksa Yarem- The “diak”, J. Panio, said that whenever he will come to sing 1992 - difficulty with Church basement flooding as well as ko donated $225.00 and other parishioners donated the rest. the Divine Liturgy, he will receive 5.00 for each time and that the basement at the rectory The total cost to build the church was $5000.00. there will be no charge if he is not there. 1993 - Holy Ghost, Candiac and Sts. Peter and Paul, Mont- 3) A gas furnace was purchased in 1959. The church was also M. Hrycak “starei,” moved that the “meetink” be adjourned. martre, to combine services at Christmas and Easter. For extended then and a domes were placed on top, built and John Slywka “Seconduye.” 1993: Easter at the farm and Christmas in town. donated by Val Schlamp. (s) Rec. Sec. Wasyl Procyk - the Village of Montmartre to look into sewer/flooding 4) Priests who served the parish were: Fathers Decamps 1994 - Linda Klapak and Carol Englot made a presentation CSsR, Kaluzhniatsky, Andrukhovych, Peter Pasichnyk, February 17, 1975 (pg. 24) The Church committee together on how to host the Shrine at Candiac. The date was set for Drohomyretski, Koltsun, Puliak, Reshetylo, Fedorenko, Jura- with Fr. Tremley, held a meeting in the hall of Sts. Peter and August 7, 1994. vetski, Ircha, Ryliawski, Olynyk, Fyk, Fornalchyk, Choronzy, Paul Church, Montmartre. Fr. Tremley reminded the Com- 1995 - P.A. system was purchased for the Church N. Chorney, N. Sydorak (1948-1955), M. Kolodey, Roman mittee that this year is the 25th Anniversary Jubilee of our 1996 - Church roof reshingled - “a claim was put in on water Homenko (1955- 1960), John Worona (1960-1964), Walter Church, which was built in 1950. The Church was dedicated damage in the Church. The adjuster told Peter that the Vil- Kostiuk (1964), Casimir Kucharek (1964), Michael Shewchuk to Sts. Peter and Paul and the first Divine Liturgy was cel- lage would be held responsible for any damage because of (1965-1967), Gregory Mykoliw (1967-1969), Emilian Trem- ebrated by Fr. Sydorak on July 12. Although the Church was the storm channel runs into the sewer causing it to back up.” blay (1969-1981), then Fathers Basil Obarianyk (1985-1999), not finished at that time, the interior was completed by the March 10, 1997 – last entry Andrei Kachur (1999- 2007), Ivan Derkatch (2007-2012) and end of that year. And in the fifty-first year, 1951, the Church The end Andrei Kachur again (2012 to the present). was consecrated by Bishop Andrei Roborecki and other 5) Bishop Basil Ladyka also visited the church and blessed it again in 1933. priests took part in the celebrations and together with Fr. RECORD OF MINUTES The church exterior was refurbished in 2003. Sydorak, they laid the foundation stone which was cemented OF THE UKRAINIAN GREEK CATHOLIC into the corner wall. CHURCH OF As a result, there was a discussion that on the occasion of our RECORD OF MINUTES OF THE UKRAINIAN Jubilee, we should build a “Porch” in the front of the Church, GREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH OF STS. PETER 12-28, which would be very convenient for the women with STS. PETER AND PAUL AND PAUL GRENFELL, SK little children and they would be able to take off their “rob- GRENFELL, SK January 2, 1921 ers” and we can turn on the heat so that it would be warm, 1921-1954 The Greek Catholic community of Grenfell, Sask., gathered etc. For the “porch” we need the necessary funds. The vice- Translated from Ukrainian by Rev. Andrei Kachur 2013 at the home of W. Kardash at 5 o’clock in the afternoon chair, Pan Warworuk, moved that we call a special general and requested that Rev. A. Kaluzniatsky, the Greek Catholic “meetink” with all the members which would be announced priest from Brandon, build a church in the community of by Father in the Church. Grenfell, Sask. After Rev. Kaluzniatsky gave a short speech Maya 14, 1975 regarding his support for this worthy cause and after explain- A general parish “meetink” of Sts. Peter and Paul Church ing the statutes issued by the bishop for the Greek Catholics was held in the hall under the Church with 18 members pres- in Canada, everyone was in agreement to begin the project. ent and the parish priest. The “meetink” was opened by sing- Thus was realized the Greek Catholic Church in Grenfell, ing “Khrystos Voskres.” The Rec. Sec. read the minutes from with 13 founding members. the last meeting. According to the Church law, and following the statues pro- The vice-chair presented a plan to the parish members which vided by the bishop, the president of the parish is Rev. A. was discussed by the Committee on April 11, 1975. in re- Kaluzniatsky. The president called upon A. Ivasiw to take gard to building a “porch” in front of the Church 12 x 28, the position of secretary. Next on the agenda was the elec- Petro Gorniak suggested that if there were stairs from the tion of the vice-president. Wasyl Kardash nominated Wasyl “porch do beismentu” and from the “porch” to the choir, Finik, seconded by Oleksa Velestuk. All were in favour. Car- there would not be much room left in the “porch.” Michailo ried. Next was the election of the recording secretary;; Wasyl Kotylak stated that the Church is already empty as it is and Kardash nominated A. Ivasiw, seconded by Paksym Pawshak there is no reason to build a “porch” for those who do not (sp?). All were in favour. Carried. Next was the election of come to Church. the financial secretary. Oleksa Velestuk nominated Stefan Pawlo Gorniak moved that we proceed to a vote by secret Brodach, seconded by Petro Gedzyk. All were in favour. ballot. There were 4 votes “za porchom” and 14 opposed. Next on the agenda of the day was the election of the trea- Defeated. surer. Wasyl Finik nominated Wasyl Kardash, seconded by Pan Warworuk mentioned that we have more to do around Stefan Brodach. All were in favour. Carried. the Church and need to put new “shtifal” or else to paint, The meeting was then adjourned. Grenfell, Sask., January 2, to repair the front “foondeishen,” a “laud-speeker” for the 1921 Church, “napraviti fents,” and to paint the residence, etc. Signed: Rev. Apollinarius Kaluzniatsky, president of the The women said they would paint the interior of the resi- Greek Catholic Church dence and the “khlopy” (boys) will paint the exterior. Andri Ivasiw, secretary Father Tremley again requested a 4%, percent, raise which was not passed previously. The priest made the request again April 14, 1921 with an added raise to be paid from January 1, 1975, together Bishop Nykyta Budka, First Ukrainian Catholic Bishop The Greek Catholics of Grenfell, Sask., gathered for a meet- totalling 10%. of Canada in 1912 at the age of 35. He blessed Sts. Peter ing at the home of Stefan Radz at 6 o’clock in the afternoon. Pawlo Gorniak moved that the “meetink” be adjourned. and Paul Church on March 25, 1922. In 1927 he returned Rev. A. Kaluzniatsky, the Greek Catholic priest from Bran- Wasyl Dusyk “seconduvaw.” “Anhel Vopiyashe” (The Angel to Lviv, Ukraine where he became the assistant to Met- don and the president of the parish, requested the election Greeted You) was sung. ropolitan Andrei Sheptytsky. Very soon after the death of of additional members, trustees. The members unanimously (s) Wasyl Procyk, Rec. Sec. the Metropolitan in 1945, Bishop Budka and all the Ukrai- chose: 1) Oleksa Yaremko, 2) Oleksa Velestuk, 3) Ivan Ko- nian Catholic Bishops were arrested by the Communist zak. They were nominated by Wasyl Kardash and seconded September 10, 1075 authorities in an attempt to destroy the Catholic Church by Wasyl Finyk. All were in favour. There was a meeting of the Church Committee in regard to in Ukraine. Bishop Budka was sent to a labour camp in The meeting was adjourned. the parish in Dysart belonging to the residence in Montmar- Karaganda, Kazakhstan, where he was beaten and starved Grenfell, Sask. Signed: Rev. Apollinarius Kaluzniatsky, presi- tre. to death. In 2001, Pope John Paul II proclaimed him, along dent of the Greek Catholic Church End of the minutes written in Ukrainian with 26 others, martyrs for the entire Catholic Church. Andri Ivasiw, secretary

OTHER: PREFACE February 12, 1922 1982 - the fence around the Church was removed - Fr. It all began in 1882 on the eve of the construction of the With the permission of the president, the annual meeting Luzney was present at the AGM C.P.R. tracks. Many travelers from the Northwest and Hud- of the Greek Catholic Church in Grenfell, Sask., was called 1983 - Fr. Ramach started Divine Liturgy in English with the son Bay Companies had followed the trail west from Fort to order at the home of Stefan Radz at 4 o’clock in the af- assistance of John Panio. John gave a speech as to why we Ellice, near St. Lazare, MB, to Fort Qu’Appelle Missionaries ternoon, with 18 members present. The president, Rev. A. need to have English in our Church. also passed by as the Qu’Appelle River was only a few miles Kaluzniatsky, our pastor, welcomed all the members present 1985 - Fr. Basil Obarianyk was present at the AGM - reno- north of Grenfell and was the main route to the settlements with a few short words and listed the items on the agenda. vations done to the rectory in the west. The first pioneers travelled from the east through First item on the agenda was the reading of the minutes from 1987 - the floors were changed in the rectory, linoleum put Chicago and St. Paul and reached the end of the railway in the last annual meeting by the recording secretary. All pres- in - on September 28, Andy Kotylak, Frank Hrycak and Peter Brandon, MB, where they then took Red River carts or other ent listened attentively. Next, the financial secretary read the Gorniak went to Broadview to retrieve the furnishings from types of wagons and oxen until they reached the settlement report of all the expenditures and income for the year. The the Church along with the CPR Bell, as the Church was sold. of Grenfell. financial books record an income of $2870.55¢. The total 1988 - more repairs to the rectory In 1894, the tiny settlement of Grenfell became incorporated amount of expenditures for the building of the church was 1990 - A vote was held at the annual meeting in regard to the as a village. The first Ukrainian settlers arrived in this area $2671.21. This leaves the treasury with an amount of $199 Church Calendar. 29 people voted, the results are as follows: in 1897 from the area of Buchach, province of Ternopil, and 34¢. The treasurer, Wasyl Kardash, confirmed that the Ukraine. Until 1921, they attended services at the local Ro- to be continued Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 11 man Catholic Church.

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Христос воскрес! Воїстину воскрес! Christ is Risen! Indeed, He is Risen! You are the Mercy of the Father to so many! I give thanks to God for you and what you are doing. This Holy Year of Mercy is a special time for all of us to heed the invitation of the Holy Father, Pope Francis. He wants the world to experience the Mercy of the Fa- ther, and he wants that to happen through each one of us as members of a personal family, as members of the church family/ parish and as members of the Eparchial family. The theme of our Annual Eparchial Appeal brings this all together. “Go and do likewise: God’s Mercy Through Our Min- istries.” In scripture we read how Jesus tells the story of the Good Samaritan and asked a lawyer “who was a neigh- bor to the man who fell in with robbers”. The reply was, “The one who showed him mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise” (LK 10:37) Dumb questions Please consider volunteering so you can show God’s mercy to others in your parish. Please consider giving so that through your support of the Ministries in 1. What was King George VI’s first name? our Eparchy, God’s mercy can be experienced by 2. What kind of tree is a Douglas Fir? many. Perhaps you have already have passed through 3. Where did French Fries originate? one or more of the Holy Doors made available in our with the joy of the gospel. 4. In which state was playwright Tennessee Wil- eparchy (and around the world) to celebrate the mercy May you take comfort in liams born? that the Father has shown each of us in our lives. When the fact that God said “You 5. What country has the largest Spanish speak- I pass through that Holy Door, I dedicate the grace re- Will Be My Witnesses” ing population? ceived to you and to those who carry out this ministry (Acts 1:8) and this is real 6. In what season does the action take place in A of mercy in our Eparchy. because you are merciful Midsummer Night’s Dream? I pray that the Family and Life office, the Ukrainian like the Father. 7. What do honey bees collect? Catholic Religious Education Centre and the Youth “Go and Do Likewise: 8. How many 3¢ stamps are there in a dozen? Ministry office remain strong and have the neces- God’s Mercy Through Our 9. In what year did the War of 1812 begin? sary support to carry out this ministry of mercy on Ministries” Answers your behalf. The Communication office is essential Yours in Christ, in helping everyone hear this good news. This good Bishop Bryan Bayda news includes outreach to the elderly; compassionate 1. Albert, but he respected the wish of Queen hearts available to those grieving loss in their lives; Eparchy of Saskatoon Victoria that no English King ever take the strengthening marriages; enabling parents to pass on name of Albert, her beloved prince consort. their faith; educating and forming the faithful; reach- 2. Actually a pine tree. ing youth who search for meaning in their lives. 3. Belgium. After their introduction there, they This stewardship is made possible through the efforts became very popular in northern France, of the Bishop Budka Eparchial Stewardship Society hence their name. and this annual appeal. 4. Born Thomas Williams in Columbus, Missis- Your local parish family has set goals that can be sippi. reached with these ministries as well as in the Eparchy 5. Mexico. It’s population is larger than of Spain. as a whole. Let us continue to develop Vibrant Parishes 6. Spring, around May Day. so that your parish is “A Place to Encounter the Living 7. Nectar, from which they produce honey. Christ”. This way we can truly celebrate the theme of 8. 12 the Holy Year, “Merciful Like the Father” in a personal 9. Why, 1812, of course. way. Thank you for your generosity! Eparchial News Spring 2016 page 12 Our Sobor focused on Families Evangelizing Families