If someone were to come up to me on the street to do a survey on scripture and ask me: “What is your favorite Easter Gospel story?”I would respond “John 21.1-19” – the post-resurrection breakfast on the beach. Why is this my favorite gospel (…)
Michael Perras, OFM
Michael Perras, OFM
Friar Michael Perras, OFM was born and raised in rural Saskatchewan, the oldest of four.
Brother Michael appreciates quiet moments of prayer, music, Lego, journaling, socks, collecting quotes and Christmas.
He is a non-ordained Franciscan Friar (Brother), solemnly professed since August 2019. He serves on the Canadian Franciscan Provincial Council and in Formation and Vocations Ministry.
Friar Michael Perras, OFM was born and raised in rural Saskatchewan, the oldest of four. Brother Michael appreciates quiet moments of prayer, music, Lego, journaling, socks, collecting quotes and Christmas. He is a non-ordained Franciscan Friar (Brother), solemnly professed since August 2019. He serves on the Canadian Franciscan Provincial Council and in Formation and Vocations Ministry.
When life feels like it is in shambles, when it feels broken, tattered, and torn, when we feel perched on the edge wondering what is next, if there is a tomorrow… hope is always cradled within, resting secure, held by love, held by the (…)
As our world continues to struggle with war and injustices, our Saviour’s Easter words, “Peace be with you” are a message for us each day. The peace that Christ offers us is more than the false security our world tries to convince us is (…)
Love gazing on the loved The loved gazing on Love Mercy overflowing Known in my anguish A place of refuge Hope restored Strength Freedom Redeemed God of Every Heartbeat,your love is present in our living,made known in the love of your Son. The cross (…)
As I rise up in the morning light the voice of God catches my attention. I am not condemned, rather I am sent to go in the way of life, a new person, my sinfulness left behind. (Scripture Inspiration: John 8.1-11) God of Love,so (…)
Freedom from moonrise to moonrise we all seek freedom. We must look into our living, asking ourselves: where am I squandering my freedom? where am I stealing freedom from others? when am I truly free to taste and see God’s goodness? The Prodigal Father, (…)
Your name forever, O God, is that of love. Even when we masquerade it or perverse it you remain faithfully I AM WHO I AM you who are love and mercy in abundance from one generation to the next. You call us to bear (…)
Photo Credit: Vincent I., St. Basil Ukrainian Catholic Church, Regina “Citizens of heaven”* the great apostle Paul calls each of us. “It is good to be here,”** the great apostle Peter declares in a moment of glory. Transfigured, the appearance of Christ: dazzling, glory-filled, (…)
When tested to exhaustion,in our daily trials,when temptations taunt us,in the uncertain wilderness,light does breakthroughcalling us to truststanding upright with dignity. Our God is with us in all our troubles. (Psalm 91) Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, you gift us with your Spirit. (…)
It is said that a photo is worth a thousand words. Photos can often call us to pay attention to our heart and cause us to listen to what is being said in our soul. For Lent 2022 these weekly reflections will be focused (…)
