News & Events

On Sunday 9 September, the parishioners of Holy Trinity Church in Edmonton bid farewell to their beloved rector, Archimandrite Philip, who is taking up a new post at Christ the Saviour Cathedral in Toronto.

After the Divine Liturgy many parishioners took the opportunity to thank Fr Philip for his long service and love for the parish.

On Sunday, August 26, His Eminence Archbishop Irénée celebrated the Divine Liturgy at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Québec City. Concelebrating with the archbishop were Fr Nectaire Féménias, Fr Nicolas Svetlovsky and Fr Nicholas Young.

A small but committed group of clergy and lay delegates led by His Eminence, Archbishop Irénée, represented the Archdiocese of Canada at the All-American Council in St Louis from 23 to 27 July.

Photos taken by Masha Cavalier.

The ordination of a new deacon brought joy to the monastery of all Saints of North America and the congregation of the church of the Theotokos, Joy of Canada. Mircea Markel Tihon completed his seminary training in Romania and has served as reader at the monastery for some years now.

Deacon Markel was born in Moldova, one of a set of triplets. His twin sister Galina is a member of the congregation. Deacon Markel’s wife Rodica is one of the chanters who leads the congregation in singing on Sundays.