Holy Spirit Province Saint-Esprit
Franciscans of Canada -
Franciscains du Canada

Ordo Fratrum Minorum

Contemplation

Vocation: Confidence and Endurance
Michael Perras, OFM30 January 2021
“Do not, abandon that confidence of yours; it brings a great reward. For you [...]
- Becoming a franciscan
- Contemplation
Called to Follow
Michael Perras, OFM23 January 2021
A retreatant recently told me a story about an experience he had in his youth. [...]
- Contemplation
Bearing Fruit
Michael Perras, OFM16 January 2021
Nine months ago, I became part of an ecumenical prayer group. Our group of [...]
- Contemplation
Baptism: The Treasure of the Beloved
Michael Perras, OFM8 January 2021
Before and for ever after Enduring presence is Love’s gift to each of us [...]
- Contemplation
Epiphany: A Great Start to the New Year
Michael Perras, OFM2 January 2021
Epiphany is traditionally celebrated on January 6, however various Christian sects celebrate it anywhere between [...]
- Contemplation
Welcome Christmas
Michael Perras, OFM24 December 2020
Everyone tries to find something unique to say for the Feast of Christmas. Writers delve [...]
- Contemplation
Advent IV: Love Propels Us Forward
Michael Perras, OFM19 December 2020
A few years ago, a young friend of mine gave me a card during [...]
- Contemplation
Advent Finale: O Antiphons
Michael Perras, OFM16 December 2020
December 17-23 marks the Advent days of the O Antiphons. These Antiphons make up the [...]
- Contemplation
Advent III: Even Now – Rejoicing
Michael Perras, OFM12 December 2020
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice” is the line from Philippians 4 [...]
- Contemplation
Advent II: Breathing In Peace
Michael Perras, OFM5 December 2020
Advent hues of purple, pink, magenta and blue fill the morning sky. As the [...]
- Contemplation