Good Friday Celebration at Carmel Hill, Vancouver
March 29, 2024 - The Good Friday celebration at Carmel Hill in Vancouver was a remarkable event despite the challenging weather conditions. Approximately 800 people participated, braving the elements to reflect on the stations commemorating Jesus Christ's journey to his crucifixion. The devotion provided attendees with a deeply spiritual experience, fostering a sense of community and shared reverence. A significant number of attendees also availed themselves of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, seeking spiritual guidance and forgiveness. The culmination of the day's events was the celebration of the Passion of the Lord at the Tiampo Memorial Hall. The hall was packed with pilgrims eager to participate in this solemn observance. Frs. Vincent D’Souza, the Superior, and Mario Fernandes, the Director of the Institute, played pivotal roles in welcoming guests and pilgrims, ensuring they felt at home and embraced by the community. Thus, the Good Friday celebration at Carmel Hill in Vancouver was a profound and spiritually enriching experience for all who witnessed the celebration.

Fr. Rudolf V. D'Souza OCD
Canadian Carmelite Charitable Society
Canada