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Our Lady of the Rosary
Langford
BC
V9B 2X6
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Who we are
Welcome to Our Lady of the Rosary Parish
We extend our warmest welcome to you. We are a Catholic Parish located on beautiful Vancouver Island just outside of Victoria in a very vibrant city, Langford. Since 1951 as a parish family we gather together around our Almighty God to celebrate Sacraments, pray as one and build a wonderful community between our neighbors and oursleves.
Our Parish Family has always open doors for every one who wants to join us and go together to our Almighty Father. We hope this web site will help you to get to know us better and stop by our church. We are looking forward to seeing you there.
If we can help you in any way please let us know and we will do everything we can to assist you.
Again welcome to Our Lady of the Rosary Parish!
God bless you!
We extend our warmest welcome to you. We are a Catholic Parish located on beautiful Vancouver Island just outside of Victoria in a very vibrant city, Langford. Since 1951 as a parish family we gather together around our Almighty God to celebrate Sacraments, pray as one and build a wonderful community between our neighbors and oursleves.
Our Parish Family has always open doors for every one who wants to join us and go together to our Almighty Father. We hope this web site will help you to get to know us better and stop by our church. We are looking forward to seeing you there.
If we can help you in any way please let us know and we will do everything we can to assist you.
Again welcome to Our Lady of the Rosary Parish!
God bless you!
Location of worship / Church Address
Church Pastor
Fr. Dean Henderson
Pastor
798 Goldstream Avenue
Langford,
BC
V9B 2X6
Canada
Phone: 250-882-2151
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Quote of the Day
Psalms 31:3
For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me.
For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me.
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Roman Catholic
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Cynthia Santos
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Our Lady of the Rosary Langford Mass Times
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(All Masses are back in the church, no registration required)
Tuesday: 9 am
Wednesday: 9am
Thursday: 9am
Saturday: 6pm
Sunday: 9am
Sunday: 11am
Mass Times last updated on the 7th of March, 2022
(All Masses are back in the church, no registration required)
Tuesday: 9 am
Wednesday: 9am
Thursday: 9am
Saturday: 6pm
Sunday: 9am
Sunday: 11am
Mass Times last updated on the 7th of March, 2022
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Our Lady of the Rosary History
The history of the church in the western part of the Diocese of Victoria is indebted to the untiring efforts of Monsignor Joseph Leterme between years 1923 to 1928. He established four churches, known as “The Missions”, all practically identical in size and structure, in areas which he considered to be well populated residential centres. They were St. Francis Xavier in Otter Point; St. Rose of Lima in Sooke; St. Thomas in Metchosin; St. Margaret’s in Strawberry Vale; and St. Richard’s in Langford completed in December, 1928. When Msgr. Leterme retired in 1928, “The Missions” were served from the Cathedral until 1941. Fr. Theodore Guekers was appointed Pastor in 1941 with residence in Sooke. He remained less than two years, after which “The Missions” were again serviced by the Cathedral. On September 1, 1946, Fr. James Kennedy was appointed Parish Priest with residence in Langford. He remained in charge until January 1, 1951. Once again, “The Missions” reverted back to missions of the Cathedral until Fr. Willard O’Brien’s appointment as Parish Priest on June 24, 1951.
St. Richard’s Church was named for Sir Richard Scott of Ottawa, whose family donated money toward its construction. The church could accommodate approximately 55 people.
During the 1940’s, the area experienced growing pains, and as a result the parish community was also growing in numbers. Shortly after Fr. O’Brien’s assignment, there was standing room only in both the small Sanctuary and Sacristy of St. Richard’s at both Masses every Sunday. Thanks to a donation from Fr. Alex MacLellan and the hard work of many parishioners, the new church, Our Lady of the Rosary, was completed and solemnly blessed December 4, 1955 by Bishop Hill. In 1956 the statue of Our Lady crafted by Rudy Soyfort was placed above the front entry.
Until 1961 all parish gatherings were held in the Small Hall, which was a former army hut purchased from war assets and moved onto the property by Father Kennedy. The building, now located at the rear of the church, is still in use today. When the need arose for a larger facility for recreational activities and larger gatherings, it was decided to construct what is now known as the “large hall” or Parish Centre. The building formally opened on January 26, 1964 with a blessing by Bishop Remi De Roo.
Father O’Brien remained the parish priest of Our Lady of the Rosary from its origin in 1955 until his retirement in July of 1982. His successor was Father Dan McCarthy who arrived in August of 1982 and remained until August of 1989. Monsignor Michael O’Connell was Father Dan’s successor in August of 1989 and remained until 1996 and he came back to our Parish one more time from 2001 to 2003. Fr. Robert Pare replaced Fr. Mike in 1996 and was pastor to 1998. Also serving our Parish was Fr. Alex Heron between 1995 – 1999. Fr. Ken Bernard was Pastor between 1998 and 2001. After Msg. Mike O’Connell retired in 2003, Fr. Swavek Sciechowski, SDS, came to our Parish and remained as pastor until 2008. His successor is Fr. Paul Szczur, SDS, who arrived at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in August, 2008.
As we look back over the history of our Parish we can see the constant growth of our spiritual family. Many people have joined together and still do to worship our Lord, receive Sacraments and build a wonderful family. We all are part of this journey. Let us do our best to ensure that the faith in Our Merciful Lord be preserved and all our brothers and sisters be invited to join us on our way to our Heavenly Home.
St. Richard’s Church was named for Sir Richard Scott of Ottawa, whose family donated money toward its construction. The church could accommodate approximately 55 people.
During the 1940’s, the area experienced growing pains, and as a result the parish community was also growing in numbers. Shortly after Fr. O’Brien’s assignment, there was standing room only in both the small Sanctuary and Sacristy of St. Richard’s at both Masses every Sunday. Thanks to a donation from Fr. Alex MacLellan and the hard work of many parishioners, the new church, Our Lady of the Rosary, was completed and solemnly blessed December 4, 1955 by Bishop Hill. In 1956 the statue of Our Lady crafted by Rudy Soyfort was placed above the front entry.
Until 1961 all parish gatherings were held in the Small Hall, which was a former army hut purchased from war assets and moved onto the property by Father Kennedy. The building, now located at the rear of the church, is still in use today. When the need arose for a larger facility for recreational activities and larger gatherings, it was decided to construct what is now known as the “large hall” or Parish Centre. The building formally opened on January 26, 1964 with a blessing by Bishop Remi De Roo.
Father O’Brien remained the parish priest of Our Lady of the Rosary from its origin in 1955 until his retirement in July of 1982. His successor was Father Dan McCarthy who arrived in August of 1982 and remained until August of 1989. Monsignor Michael O’Connell was Father Dan’s successor in August of 1989 and remained until 1996 and he came back to our Parish one more time from 2001 to 2003. Fr. Robert Pare replaced Fr. Mike in 1996 and was pastor to 1998. Also serving our Parish was Fr. Alex Heron between 1995 – 1999. Fr. Ken Bernard was Pastor between 1998 and 2001. After Msg. Mike O’Connell retired in 2003, Fr. Swavek Sciechowski, SDS, came to our Parish and remained as pastor until 2008. His successor is Fr. Paul Szczur, SDS, who arrived at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in August, 2008.
As we look back over the history of our Parish we can see the constant growth of our spiritual family. Many people have joined together and still do to worship our Lord, receive Sacraments and build a wonderful family. We all are part of this journey. Let us do our best to ensure that the faith in Our Merciful Lord be preserved and all our brothers and sisters be invited to join us on our way to our Heavenly Home.
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