DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME IN ALBERTA In the night from March 7 to March 8, 2026, we move to Daylight Saving Time. By setting our clocks forward one hour, we lose an hour of sleep, and the days become longer and brighter. Don't forget set your clocks!

What is Together We Serve Together We Serve  is the annual charitable appeal of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton. It was launched in 2014 to simplify giving by combining recurring special collections in parishes (often called “second collections”) and to encourage Catholics to work together to serve those in need—locally, across Canada, and around the world. Together We Serve  demonstrates to us Catholics and to everyone around us that we are one Church, acting together t

On this day, February 6, 2026, Blaženka Kovačević passed peacefully into the Lord, strengthened by the Sacraments of the Eucharist and the Anointing of the Sick. We received notice of her passing from the deceased’s son, Mr. Veselko Kovačević. Mrs. Blaženka Kovačević was born in 1936 in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Information regarding the Funeral Mass will be announced at a later time. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon her. May s

Save the Date: Lenten Pilgrimage with the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus is a rich spiritual tradition that has inspired the lives and missions of some of the Church’s greatest saints. This Lent, come and experience that same fervour. You are invited to a five-week pilgrimage through the parishes of the Eastern Deanery as we journey together to encounter the Heart of God and the witness of the saints. Each evening (7:00–9:00 p.m.) includ

The traditional celebration of the blessed Alojzije Stepinac in our parish will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2026. The celebration begins with a solemn Holy Mass at 11 a.m., followed by a shared lunch in our parish hall. Registration for the lunch is open until se fill available seats, that is, until Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Applications are possible at the link below or in person at the parish office.

The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton will formally welcome Most Rev. Stephen Hero as its eighth archbishop during a Solemn Mass of Installation on Friday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica. The celebration marks a new chapter for the local Church and the official beginning of Archbishop Hero’s ministry in Edmonton. “I have to say I was a little surprised, and I’m very humbled and honored to say yes to this new mission in the Church,” Archbisho

“May the Lord bless you and keep you! May the Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you! May the Lord turn his face toward you and grant you peace!” (Numbers 6:26) With these words of Sacred Scripture, may the New Year and the Solemnity of Mary, the Most Holy Mother of God, be blessed for all people of good will.

During the upcoming Christmas season, Holy Masses in our parish will be celebrated on CHRISTMAS EVE ( Midnight Mass ) , CHRISTMAS DAY ( Solemn Mass), as well as on the feast of the BAPTISM OF THE LORD  and EPIPHANY  (January 11 – Epiphany blessing of water). On December 28  (Sunday) , December 31  (New Year’s Eve) , January 1  (New Year’s Day) , and January 4 (Sunday) , there will be NO HOLY MASSES  in our parish. The schedule of Holy Masses in your local parishes can be fou

Dear Parishioners, Christmas once again brings us a Gospel message that is quiet yet powerful—simple, yet deeply moving. On the night Jesus was born, God did not come with fanfare, power, or outward splendour. He did not come to those who considered themselves important, self-assured, or absorbed in their own plans. He came suddenly and unexpectedly—as a child, in the silence of the night, laid in a manger. The Gospel tells us that the first to recognize Him were the shepherd

The Nativity of Mary Parish Choir in Edmonton has performed the song “White Christmas” as a greeting to all parishioners. Watch the video! Video greeting from the parish choir

During the upcoming Christmas season, Holy Masses in our parish will be celebrated on CHRISTMAS EVE ( Midnight Mass ) , CHRISTMAS DAY ( Solemn Mass), as well as on the feast of the BAPTISM OF THE LORD and EPIPHANY (January 11 – Epiphany blessing of water). The full Mass schedule is listed below. On December 28 (Sunday) , December 31 (New Year’s Eve) , January 1 (New Year’s Day) , and January 4 (Sunday) , there will be NO HOLY MASSES in our parish. The schedule of Holy M

Matt (Mate) Sekulic passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4th, 2025, surrounded by his family. Matt Sekulic 1933 - 2025 Born in Lovinac, Lika, Croatia on November 10th, 1933, Matt immigrated to Edmonton with his wife Kata and two sons, Mike and Peter , in September 1967 . Matt and Kata led a fulfilling life with their children in their new country, filled with the richness of family, friends, and community. A kind and gentle, yet strong man, Matt was a leader in Edm

Over the past three years, the Parish Pastoral Council, together with our pastor, Fr. Matija, has worked tirelessly to strengthen both the spiritual and practical life of our community. His leadership has brought renewed energy, creativity, and new ways to engage our parishioners. Key Accomplishments • Administration:  A new website and parish bulletin, active social media channels, improved communication and coordination with the Archdiocese. • Catholic Education:  Re-establ

The Archdiocese of Edmonton is calling on Catholics across Alberta and Canada to take immediate action as concerns intensify over the federal government’s proposed Bill C-9 – the Combating Hate Act –  and its potential impact on religious freedom. The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) issued an open letter Dec. 4 to Prime Minister Mark Carney urging the government to halt its plan to remove the long-standing religious-text exemption from Canada’s hate-speech la

On Saturday, November 29, our youngest members from Domagoj, together with their instructors and parents, took part in decorating our parish church. A total of 50 little ones, along with their parents, seniors, and alumni, spent the Saturday morning creating ornaments for the children’s Christmas tree at the church entrance, preparing the Nativity scene, and getting the church ready for the Advent and Christmas season. Thank you all!

Pope Leo has appointed the Most Reverend Stephen A. Hero, Bishop of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, as the eighth Archbishop of Edmonton. The Vatican announced the appointment on November 21. “I am very humbled and grateful for the trust placed in me to take up this new mission in the Church and to serve in a community that is close to my heart,” Archbishop-Designate Hero wrote in a letter to the people of the Archdiocese of Edmonton . He will be formally installed as the eighth

Children are welcome to make decorations in the hall, which we will hang on our parish Christmas tree. Everyone else is invited to help decorate the church upstairs. Let us begin the Advent season together — in faith, joy, and community. All are welcome! Domagoj Youth

At the family’s request, we are publishing the obituary notice: Our beloved wife, mother, baba, aunt, and friend, Marica “Mary” Vukovic passed away with her family by her side, on November 11, 2025, at the age of 73. Marica will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 57 years, Nikola; children, Kathy (Perry), and Ante (Zvjezdana); grandchildren, Dominic, Marko (Meghan), and Petra; as well as numerous relatives and friends in Canada, Croatia, and around the world. Marica was

This year’s celebration of St. Nicholas in our parish will take place on December 7, 2025 , starting at 11:00 a.m. We’ll begin with Holy Mass, followed by a cultural program in the parish hall featuring performances by the youngest members of Domagoj. After that, we’ll have the gift-giving for the children and our shared parish lunch. Registration is open until December 4, 2025 , or until capacity is reached . You can now choose the option to reserve a full table for 8 peop

CALL FOR MORE ACTIVE FINANCIAL AND VOLUNTEER PARTICIPATION TO IMPROVE PARISH VIABILITY Dear friends of our Croatian Parish of the Nativity of Mary in Edmonton, First and foremost, on behalf of the entire parish community, we wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of you who regularly contribute to the needs of our parish. At the moment, however, our expenses exceed our income. Therefore, we are reaching out to all families who wish to maintain an active and vibrant Cro