Michael Perras, OFM
Michael Perras, OFM
Friar Michael Perras, OFM was born and raised in rural Saskatchewan, the oldest of four. Along with his siblings he grew up in his parent’s grocery store where he learned about community and service.
Brother Michael appreciates quiet moments of prayer, music, Lego, journaling, socks, collecting quotes and Christmas. One of his greatest joys is being an uncle and a Godfather.
He is a non-ordained Franciscan Friar (Brother), solemnly professed since August 2019. He serves on 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. Along with his siblings he grew up in his parent’s grocery store where he learned about community and service. Brother Michael appreciates quiet moments of prayer, music, Lego, journaling, socks, collecting quotes and Christmas. One of his greatest joys is being an uncle and a Godfather. He is a non-ordained Franciscan Friar (Brother), solemnly professed since August 2019. He serves on Canadian Franciscan Provincial Council and in Formation and Vocations Ministry.
In unexpected turns and unnecessary twists,In darkest nights and dullest moments,In waiting patiently and struggling to listen,In longing hearts and wondering minds,Come, O Come, Emmanuel. In the year ending already,In the new beginnings,In the regular of routines,In the endless invitations,Come, O Come, Emmanuel. In (…)
The first lay brother of the order to canonized, the city of San Diego named after him, miracles accredited to him, today the church remembers St. Didacus of Alcala. We remember him not because of these things but because he was a witness to (…)
Michael Perras, OFM Many of us probably don’t think about our death on a regular basis. In fact, many of us probably avoid the conversation. However, it is good for us to consider “Sister Death” as Francis would say and ponder what would truly (…)
A day set aside to give thanks on purpose. On this Thanksgiving I wonder if we have considered how our heart is? Is it full of gratitude? Is it aware of blessings? Is it just considering it to be just another day with the (…)
St. Francis, Pope Leo XIII and my Grandfather all hold something in common. It fascinates me to consider this, and I see it as invitation for not only me but all of us. What do they hold in common? The love of this Feast (…)
In an ancient text for the Feast of the Stigmata (September 17) there is a liturgical antiphon which in part prays: “Francis, standard-bearer of Christ by merciful handiwork” (Liturgical Texts for the Feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis 1337-1340). This one little line (…)
Stepping out into new beginnings Encountering life along the way Placing my trust in God for Together we journey with hope. Embracing opportunities and insights, Moments which draw me into the Beautiful light of Christ where Experiencing transformation and growth Requires me to take (…)
The Feast of the Transfiguration is celebrated in the peak of summer, every year on August 6. I think it is timely as many people are in summer mode – taking in creation. Through hikes, mountain visits, sitting by a lake, spending time in (…)
The Feast of St. Anne and St. Joachim (celebrated on July 26), the Grandparents of Jesus, always makes me think of the obvious: my Grandparents. However, this year the feast also has me thinking of my own parents. They are Grandparents to twelve. Maybe (…)