The Feast of Pentecost
Novena – Friday, May 15 to Friday, May 22, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Zoom
We invite all parishioners to join us in preparing our hearts for Pentecost through a nine-day Novena to the Holy Spirit. Each day will offer reflections, prayers, and spiritual renewal as we anticipate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the feast day. We will meet each day on Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88014454125?pwd=JsgpzxbSamd4SOl9R2CCu4lzRRYWO3.1
Meeting ID: 880 1445 4125
Passcode: 047955
Feast Day– Saturday, May 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the school gym
Please note that the final Novena prayers will be said in the Holy Cross Gym as we gather in person to celebrate the Feast of Pentecost.
Victoria Day Long Weekend
The Parish office will be closed on Monday May 18th (Victoria Day), and Monday morning Mass will be at 9:00 am.
CWL General Meeting Thursday May 21 at 7:00 pm
All ladies are welcome to come to our CWL Meeting next Thursday May 21st at 7:00 pm in the downstairs Music Room. We will be awarding anniversary pins to our members and welcoming our new members. If you are curious about the CWL, please come and see. You don’t have to be a member to attend.
Youth Group
The next youth group is Thursday May 21 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm for Grades 8-12.
Join us for a movie night in the Holy Cross gym. There’ll be snacks provided. All are welcome! Register here! Holy Cross Youth Ministry 2026 Intake Form
Reflection – the Holy Spirit and Saint Francis – Saturday May 23 10 am to 12 pm
Our Holy Cross CWL warmly invites you to a Reflection Day on The Holy Spirit and Saint Francis: Charism, Renewal, and the “Little Poor Man of Assisi”
on Saturday, May 23rd, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon in the Music Room.
By following the Holy Spirit and modeling his life after the sacrifice of Jesus, Saint Francis became an instrument of the Spirit to transform the Church from the inside out. Come and invite the Holy Spirit to renew your spiritual life through a time of reflection on the life and witness of Saint Francis of Assisi.
Our speaker will be Sr. Jeanne d’Arc Paquette, FSE, a Franciscan Sister of the Eucharist serving in the Archdiocese of Vancouver Vocations Office and Communications Office.
Light refreshments will be provided during the break in the middle of the reflection time.
Together for Good Marriage Workshop Sat May 30
Married couples are welcome to join the Together for Good Marriage Workshop on Saturday May 30th from 9:30 am to 4:45 pm in the Holy Cross Gym. The Together for Good workshop will provide you with tools, exercises, and guided conversations to help you and your spouse grow a healthier, more joy-filled and resilient marriage. (The videos are produced by Family Life Canada.)
Lunch and workbooks are included. Please note that childcare is not provided. This workshop is exclusively for married couples. Registration closes Fri May 22. The link to register is
Together for Good Marriage Workshop
Knights of Columbus Baby Shower
This is the last weekend that the Knights of Columbus are collecting formula and diapers for their annual baby shower. Please place items in the playpen in the lobby.
Knights of Columbus Post Secondary Scholarships
The Knights of Columbus and Holy Cross School are accepting applications for post secondary scholarships. Information on the application process is on the Knights websitehttps://www.holycrosskofc.ca/. The deadline to apply is midnight May 31, 2026.
Knights of Columbus Summertime Raffle ☀️🔥
The last day to purchase raffle tickets for the Knights summertime raffle is Friday June 5th. The prize package is valued at $1,100!
Grand Prize includes:
- Blackstone 36″ Griddle with hood and front accessory shelf
- $200 meat package from Columbus Meat Market
Ticket Prices: 1 ticket for $5, 3 tickets for $10
Tickets are available at the Parish office. Draw Date: June 7, 2026. Good luck—and thank you for supporting the Knights of Columbus!
Knights of Columbus Pasta Making Workshop Sat June 6t
The Knights are sponsoring a Pasta Making workshop on Sat June 6th in the Gym Kitchen from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The workshop is limited to 8 people. Please watch the Knights website https://www.holycrosskofc.ca/ for the registration form.
Unlocking the Mysteries of the Bible: An 8-session journey
The Bible isn’t just a collection of ancient stories or complex rules—it is a map for your life. Most of us have read pieces of it, but many of us have never seen the “Big Picture.” This series is designed to change that, moving from a bird’s-eye view of history to a deep, personal encounter with the Author of the Universe.
We invite everyone to join us. Whether you are a seeker with big questions, a skeptic looking for context, or a long-time believer wanting to refresh your faith, there is a seat for you here. For those who have recently finished the Alpha Program, this journey is the perfect “next step.” It takes the foundations of faith we explored together and shows how they are woven through the entire tapestry of human history. Come as you are, and let’s strengthen our parish community through shared discovery.
Details:
When: Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM May 13 to July 8 (no session on July 1)
Where: Holy Cross Parish basement (Music Room)
If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact: Tito Macapinlac at titom1999@gmail.comor the Parish Office.
Father Chris’s annual vacation
Fr. Chris is on vacation until May 29 visiting with his family.
Holy Cross Eiffel Investments 2026 Annual Golf Tournament
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to all our golfers, sponsors and volunteers who helped make our annual tournament on May 8, at Riverway Golf Course, another great success. Over 160 golfers participated again this year, and we can confidently say that our fundraising goal of $40,000 will be attained and likely surpassed this year. A special thank you to all our Golf Committee members for all their hard work in the organization & preparation for this event. We also extend our deepest gratitude to Vasco Meira, Nadia DeSantis, Michael Marchioro and Dino Alberti who will be retiring from the Committee. We look forward to seeing you all on May 7, 2027, at next year`s tournament.
New Gloria
As you know, we have been singing a new Gloria (from the Mass of St. Ann) since Easter Sunday, and we want to encourage the congregation to sing along too.
We are unable to provide the music for the pews; however, here is the YouTube link to the Glory to God which you can listen to: Glory to God
The lyrics are in the Sunday missal.
Holy Cross School Carnival
Save the date!
The Holy Cross School Carnival is Sunday May 24 (rain or shine) from 12:30pm – 4:30 pm on the Holy Cross School Grounds. All are welcome!
Come join us for delicious food including BBQ sausages, pasta, hot dogs, and other treats. Please note that we now accept debit/credit and cash for payment. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more info: picnic@hcschool.ca
Celebration for Father Maciej Wos’s Silver Jubilee (25th Anniversary of Ordination)
Many of you will remember Father Maciej, our Pastor at Holy Cross from 2010 to 2019. Father Maciej is celebrating his Silver Jubilee (25 years of ordination) this year and there are celebrations at St. Claire of Assisi Parish (2888 Delahaye Drive) as follows:
Tues May 26 – Father’s 25th Anniversary – Morning Mass followed by potluck breakfast.
Sat May 30 and Sun May 31 -Cake and refreshments served after all Masses.
Sat June 6 – Celebration Mass at 5:00 pm. Banquet will follow in the Parish Hall. Doors open at 6:15 pm and dinner will be at 7:00 pm. Dinner tickets are $60 and are available for sale at the Holy Cross Parish Office.
Project Advance 2026 Appeal
This annual Appeal provides critical funding to key ministries and projects, not only in the Archdiocese of Vancouver, but also in our very own parish. Our Archdiocesan goal for the current year is $60,000; however, we are hoping to raise $100,000.
The funds generated above our diocesan goal will help us:
- Pay off our loan (which is $2,457,000). This loan was taken to help us pay for the seismic upgrade and renovations of our school. Our monthly payment is $25,000.
- Support our Youth Ministry
- Support our Alpha Program
You can contribute to Project Advance online at projectadvance.ca or by phone at 604-299-3814, or in-person at our parish office. Building and forming our parish community is only possible with your donation. We are most grateful for your ongoing support.
MASS INTENTIONS for Monday May 18, 2026, to Sunday May 24, 2026 (Requested by)
Mon. May 18 9:00 am
+John Van Essen (Family)
Spl. Int. Laszlo on his Birthday
Tues. May 19 8: 15 am
+Chan May Wah (Heidi and David)
Spl. Int. for Thanksgiving for Alvin Magsino’s Birthday (Family)
+++++Maureen, Wallace, John and Helen Morris and James Harrington (Diva)
Spl. Int. Catherine Lim (May)
Thurs. May 21 8:15 am
+Josie Wai Kwan Cheng (Gladys)
Spl. Int. Sarah Fong (Family)
Thurs. May 21 9:15 am
School Mass – Parishioners
Fri. May 22 8:15 am
+Adriano Van Essen (Family)
+Jessie Wai Kwan Cheng (Cecilia)
Fri. May 22 7:30 pm
+Lorenzo Mancini (Costanza Mancini)
+Fernand Lee
+Lucille Sandhurst (Costanza)
+Eng Keat Lim
+Francesco Romeo (Family)
+Josie Wai Kwan Cheng (Angie and David)
Spl. Int. for Healing of Alejo Mariano Junior (Angelina)
Spl. Int. Father Chris (Regina)
Spl. Int. Francesca, Helen and Joan
Spl. Int. Catherine, Angela, Monica and Joachim Chen (Agnes)
Sat. May 23 9:00 am
++Wayne and Fiamma Walker
Sat. May 23 5:00 pm
+Silvano Marchiori (50th Anniversary of death) (Family)
+Elizabeth Phang
Spl. Int. for Participants of the Pentecost Novena (Makiko)
Spl. Int. Carmine and Makiko (Kit)
Sun. May 24 8:00 am
+Tony De Santis (Family)
+Josie Wai Kwan Cheng (Kit)
+Arnaldo Basso (Family)
+Beverly Inouye (Don Taylor)
+Joe Rubino (Lena and Family)
Spl. Int. Cathy K. (May)
Sun. May 24 10:00am
++John and Rosalind Fernandez (Family)
+Pietro Dotto (Pierina Ceron and Family)
+Diodato Sartori (Erminio and Family)
+Dr. George Szekely (Nicole and Mike)
Spl. Int. Andrew (Kit)
Spl. Int. Sister Mary of the Holy Spirit (Kit)
Spl. Int. Father Maciej (Nicole and Mike)
Sun. May 24 12:00 Noon
+Elizabeth Steiner (Eva R.)
+Hildegard Vennebusch (Eva R.)
Spl. Int. Marie and Allen
Sun. May 24 5:00 pm
+Nurhan Buyukersen