As we enter the 2025 Jubilee Year, an opportunity for all Catholics to become Pilgrims of Hope, we are reminded of the importance of our shared mission to support the Church and its works. As pilgrims on a faith journey, we can contribute locally and globally by supporting others in their journeys through the Archdiocese of Vancouver’s special collections in the Archdiocese of Vancouver.

Each of these collections offers a unique opportunity to show our generosity and commitment to the Church’s mission. Because some of the collections are lesser known, we offer this brief summary of them, what they support, and when they occur.

Your generosity, now more than ever, is deeply appreciated as we seek to walk this path of hope together.

  • The B.C. Catholic/Catholic Press supports the parish in distributing the official newspaper of the Archdiocese of Vancouver. The funds raised are retained by the parish to cover the costs of circulation. First Sunday in February
  • St. Joseph’s Society (Archdiocesan) supports retired priests in the Archdiocese of Vancouver, ensuring they are cared for in their later years. First Sunday of Lent
  • Share Lent (National) supports the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace (CCODP) in its efforts to fight poverty and promote international justice in third-world countries. Fifth Sunday of Lent
  • Holy Land (National) supports Christian communities in the Holy Land, helping them to continue their witness to Christ. Good Friday
  • Work of Vocations (Archdiocesan) supports seminarians studying to become priests for the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Fourth Sunday of Easter
  • Pope’s Pastoral Works (National) supports the Holy Father’s pastoral and charitable works for the Universal Church, contributing to the financial aid he offers to people stricken by natural disasters. Sixth Sunday of Easter
  • Catholic Missions in Canada (National) supports over 600 remote and impoverished mission communities across Canada, aiding their spiritual and material needs. First Sunday in June
  • Pro-Life Sunday (Archdiocesan) supports the life-affirming work of pro-life groups in the Archdiocese. Third Sunday in June
  • Healing and Reconciliation funds local projects developed and administered by Indigenous peoples, supporting healing, reconciliation, culture and language revitalization, education, and dialogue. Second Sunday in September
  • Needs of the Church in Canada (National) supports the work of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, assisting in their national efforts. Last Sunday in September
  • Evangelization of the Nations (National) supports the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, helping missionary bishops and dioceses worldwide spread the Gospel. World Mission Sunday, Third Sunday in October
  • Peter’s Pence (National) – Peter’s Pence is the financial support offered to the Holy Father, demonstrating our shared concern for the Universal Church through humanitarian efforts. First Sunday in November
  • Home Missions (Archdiocesan) supports Catholic missions in First Nations communities throughout the Archdiocese and the Apostleship of the Sea serving seafarers who work on ships visiting the Vancouver harbour. Third Sunday in November
  • Youth Ministry (Archdiocesan) supports Archdiocesan youth programs. Parishes with youth programs receive a rebate for 50 per cent of the collection. First Sunday in December

Thank you for your continued generosity, which enables us to be Pilgrims of Hope, striving to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world.

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