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• The Votive Station Three Marys
  After three months of setting up the station, it is now done. Waiting for parts from Amazon, Walmart, the monastery, and Canadian Tire. Assembling it, fighting with parts that don’t want to cooperate, today it is done or almost done. See the arrow on the left side bottom pic; while fighting with the tie-up, the light string fell on the right side, making an ugly loop. Will be fixed tomorrow. … Continue reading →
• EMMI-TOSF Saint of the Day
• The Lessons of Saint Francis (Book)
  Marie asked me to find her some books to read, and while searching the mediatech, I came across one of my old books (1997), The Lessons of Saint Francis: How to Bring Simplicity and Spirituality into Your Daily Life, which I recommend and that is still available in four stores today. The Lessons of Saint Francis: How to Bring Simplicity and Spirituality into Your Daily Life by John Michael Talbot … Continue reading →
• The “Scripture + Reflection” 
  “Remain in me, as I remain in you.” (John 15:4) The Eucharist is not a symbol.It is Presence. Come and remain.
• Mary of Magdala
  Note: I am trying to create VLogs, and it is so hard; I have to use online tools, and where I live, we have half-fast internet. To upload a 3-minute clip, it took 2 hours. Another issue is that I have a strong French accent, so to produce something, I use many tools like AI, Grammarly, YouTube, OneDrive, Clipchamp, my computer, and my cell; it uploads faster on my cell … Continue reading →
• The “Evening Reflection”
  Before the day ends…Return to Him. In gratitude.In silence.In peace. Holly Eucharist Wall
• Reverend Mary’s Background
  Jeddore United Baptist Church
• The Third Mary, Salome, Arrived Home Today
  I received a call yesterday from the monastery saying the Icon of St Salome was ready for me to pick up, and today I went to the monastery and brought her home to complete the Three Marys. Now I need to find a way to hook them to the divider of the Votive Station. The Monastery Nunnery
• The “Morning Offering” 
  Lord, I offer You this day. My thoughts, my words, my actions—united to the Eucharist. Walk with us today. Holly Eucharist Wall
• This Gay Catholic Priest’s Story Will Amaze You!
• A Confirmation Name
  On our Facebook Page, a post appeared about Confirmation (the sacrament of), and people commented on it, mentioning the “Confirmation Name,” which I had never heard of. Someone told me that I must have a confirmation name, so I asked Google Google Search I said: What is a confirmation name in the catholic church Google Reply: 7:08 p.m. A Catholic confirmation name is a saint’s name chosen to serve as a heavenly … Continue reading →
• A question was asked: Why can’t we see a group photo
  Answer: Because we are a small, dispersed community around the world, it would be too expensive to be all together. From Nova Scotia, Canada: From Quebec, Canada From Cameroon From RD Congo See also IAoC Membership (Corporations and Individual Members)
• The President Bishop’s Vestments
  See Organization
• One Ministry – Many Names
• How to choose your priest for confession
  Choosing the right priest for confession is a personal decision. The primary goal is to confess your sins and receive absolution. Evaluate a priest based on your need for anonymity versus ongoing spiritual guidance, his availability, and his approach to counselling. Key Factors to Consider How to Find the Right Confessor
• Emeritus Right Reverend Marie receiving communion at home
  Eric Michel Ministries International Chaplains Chaplains bring the Eucharist to sick individuals in hospitals, nursing homes, or private residences who cannot physically attend Mass. This profound pastoral care ensures that those suffering remain spiritually united with the parish community. The ministry follows a specific procedure to ensure reverence: Viaticum is a term used for the Eucharist (also called Holy Communion), administered, with or without Anointing of the Sick (also called … Continue reading →
• This Is Why You Should Pray For Your Priest
• Important Dates To Know
  July 22 – St. Mary Magdalene July 24 – St. Christina the Astonishing July 25 – St. James the Apostle July 26 – Sts. Joachim and Anne July 28 – Blessed Stanley Rother July 29 – St. Martha July 30 – St. Peter Chrysologus July 31 – St. Ignatius Please consult our Calendar on our Favourites Saints page to see which mass celebration we use on the Saints’ dates. Icons … Continue reading →
• The “Evening Reflection”
  Before the day ends…return to Him. In gratitude.In silence.In peace. Holly Eucharist Wall
• Not All Catholic
  This post is easily readable on Facebook, but here it is so small… Originally posted on July 9, 2026 Comment on All Catholics are One This might be true for all non-Roman, but as the Roman Catholic themself by experiences we are nobody. I was rejected by almost all RC organizations. The one that hurt me the most was the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception (MIC). After spending lots … Continue reading →
• Faith Refined
  Introducing Daily Wisdom Devotional Discover a truly Catholic experience with the Daily Wisdom Devotional app! Featuring the Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV) of the Bible, this app is thoughtfully designed for Old Catholic, Independent Catholic, and Roman Catholic users who desire daily inspiration and spiritual growth. Why Choose Daily Wisdom Devotional? Whether you’re deepening your faith or seeking daily encouragement, Daily Wisdom Devotional is your companion for spiritual enrichment. Download … Continue reading →
• PRAY PRAY PRAY
  God Commands You to Pray Jeremiah 33:3 states, “Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know” (NIV). Luke 18:1 says, “He spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint.” The apostle Paul prayed all the time, and he encouraged believers, both then and now, to “pray without ceasing” (1 … Continue reading →
• Confession
• Biography of Éric Michel and the Ministries, a 116-year road
  We had a very long road to get to this point today. Mine is 60 years, and Marie is 56 years; together, 116 years of helping others in ministry. Who is Éric Michel, and what are the ministries? The evolution of a ministryPlease keep in mind the story of Éric Michel Ministries did not start as what we know today, like many other organisms, it changes, adding and removing parts … Continue reading →
• Honouring Our Past, Embracing Our Future: Celebrating 12 Years
  “Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.” Posting our Happy 12th Ministry Anniversary messages Twelve years ago, this ministry began with a vision to serve, inspire, and grow. Today, we stand amazed at how God has multiplied our efforts and expanded our reach. We honour the foundations laid by those who … Continue reading →
• To our family, friends, members happy anniversary
• EWTN Missionary: Kateri
  Today, we celebrate Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, a holy virgin whose resilient faith, humility, and profound love for the Lord shone brightly amid immense suffering. Quick facts every Catholic should know about Saint Kateri Tekakwitha: 1️⃣Born in 1656 at Ossernenon (New York), she died on April 17, 1680, at the age of 24 in Caughnawaga, Canada.2️⃣Known as “The Lily of the Mohawks,” she was orphaned at age four by smallpox, which … Continue reading →
• Volunteers Needed
  ERIC MICHEL MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL Eric Michel Ministries International is seeking voluntary worker members for an Independent Catholic Christian movement. Jesus Christ reveals the nature and character of God and is the spiritual leader of humankind. Our beliefs are universal reconciliation, all will eventually be reconciled to God without exception, the penalty for sin is not irrevocable at the point of death, i.e. doctrines of everlasting damnation to hell and annihilationism … Continue reading →
• EMMI-TOSF Saint of the Day
• THREE MARYS???
  Question: Compare the Marian Devotional to the three Marys devotional. I try to understand why the Board of Elders changed our Mary of all graces to the Three Marys? Answer: The Marian devotional focuses entirely on the Virgin Mary as the Mother of God. The Three Marys devotional honours three different women named Mary from the Bible. The Board of Elders may have made this change to celebrate the early … Continue reading →
• Votive Station (Details)
  The station, when not in use, is the place that has our Herod’s temple It is our storage for our candles and the road to the cross One Item is missing; it is on its way, it is the Icon of Mary Salome We couldn’t find any statue or anything else except a Byzantine Orthodox Icon of Salome the Myrrh Barrier. Also, Mary of Magdala, who is less than half … Continue reading →
• Second Temple
  The Second Temple (lit. ‘Second House of the Sanctum’) was the temple in Jerusalem that replaced Solomon’s Temple, which had been destroyed during the Babylonian siege of Jerusalem in 587 BCE. The Second Temple was constructed around 516 BCE, later enhanced by Herod the Great around 18 BCE, and thereafter also known as Herod’s Temple. The Second Temple stood as a pivotal symbol of Jewish identity and was the basis … Continue reading →
• Saint Francis Assisi (Montage)
• Over the entrance doors of the Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel
  Following a page of the Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel QUESTION: Over the entrance doors of the Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel (chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours, “Our Lady of Good Help”), a church in Montreal, Quebec, is an inscription: “Si l’amour de Marie / Dans ton cœur est gravé / En passant ne t’oublie / de lui dire un Ave. If Mary’s love / Is engraved in your heart / As you pass by, don’t forget / to … Continue reading →
• The World Day of Prayer in March 2026
  Repost for the Canada Day of Prayer July 9th, 2026 This is my very first poem. Today’s the world day of prayer And around the world, everywhere People are taking the time to pray, For missionaries far away through their work and endless days They may teach others about Jesus Way While we are at home can do our part And pray for God’s guidance from above Wrapped safely in His … Continue reading →
• Notre-Dame du Secours Our Lady of Help
  Someone posted a painting of Our Mother of Perpetual Succour on Facebook, and I was wondering if she was the same as Our Lady of Good Help. Both are Holy Mary, but their representations are not the same. Notre-Dame du Perpétuel Secours est une icône byzantine très ancienne (souvent attribuée au XIVe siècle) représentant Marie avec l’enfant Jésus et deux anges. Elle symbolise l’aide constante et le réconfort. Notre-Dame du … Continue reading →
• FAITH LOVE HOPE
• You are my neighbour / Tu es mon voisin
• How to be involved with our ministries at EMMI:
  Are you looking for meaningful ways to engage and grow in faith? Here are 23 ways you can get involved in our ministries, deepen your spiritual journey, and connect with our community We welcome you to explore these opportunities and find the ones that resonate with your calling!
• The Three Marys with Madeliene standing out
  Mary of Magdala (Mary Magdalene) is one of the most significant, influential, and frequently misunderstood figures in the New Testament and early Christian history. For centuries, her legacy has been buried under layers of theological conflation, political maneuvering, and cultural mythmaking. We use Mary of Magdala twice at Eric Michel Ministries International: first, she is part of our third order franciscain, and the North American Province is named the Three … Continue reading →
• About the wrong move for the new website
  Referring to: New Website Posted on 2026-06-26 by Archbishophttps://franciscanseucharist.com/new-website/ Google Nightmare I thought that was a good move, creating a site on sites.google.com through Google Workplace. I fought for two weeks to have the domain name thirdorderfranciscans.org attached to it, but I gave up from June 24 until July 3, ten days trying to make it work, even with Google Workplace Support. I should remember that I went through that … Continue reading →
• Pope Prayer / Prière du pape
• Monthly Day of Prayer for Mental Health
• Independent Catholic VS Old Catholic Church
  The Old Catholic Church is the specific historical movement that rejected the 1870 First Vatican Council’s decrees on papal infallibility. In contrast, “Independent Catholic” is a broad, umbrella term encompassing any Catholic-tradition church, including Old Catholics, that operates entirely outside the authority of the Roman Catholic Church. The relationship between the two terms can be broken down into their origins, core governance, and theology. Core Differences Key Characteristics Feature Authority … Continue reading →
• New Website
  A new website keeps me busy, and I do not have time for my other tasks, especially when I spend a lot of time struggling with computer software that blocks my information. I have website names I used in the past that are not due for renewal yet. When the renewal date comes, I often ignore it, and if I do not pay, everything is cancelled. I needed a website … Continue reading →
• Montreal shooting victim
  “Rest for peace, knowing your memory will forever be a blessing.” Montreal shooting victim Michel Mizrahi is remembered as a devoted father and friend, and the coroner has also confirmed the identity of the other person who was killed: 34-year-old Montreal police (SPVM) officer Mohamed Lamine Benredouane.Alleged Montreal shooter has been identified as 25-year-old Seth Scott Hatfield from Lethbridge, Alta. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual … Continue reading →
• Independent Catholic communities
  Independent Catholic communities operate entirely through self-governing local dioceses and independent sacramental networks Sacramental Practices Independent Catholic theology remains highly sacramental and eucharistic, prioritizing the traditional seven sacraments over large-scale social or parish programming. Apostolic Succession: Communities base their sacramental authority on unbroken historical lines of bishops tracing back to the original Apostles. They inherit these lineages through breakaway groups such as the Old Catholics, the Eastern Orthodox, or historical … Continue reading →
• What is a Baptist minister doing in a Catholic church?
  We are not a church but a ministry. If you see a Baptist minister inside an Independent Catholic Ministry, it is not because I’m participating in an ecumenical event, attending a personal milestone, or undergoing a faith transition. It is because I’m the co-founder, a member of the chaplaincy as chief chaplain, and president of the house of bishops. As an independent entity, we are autonomous and set our own … Continue reading →
• Why are you sometimes seen with epaulets showing bars?
  Why are you sometimes seen with epaulets showing bars or rank, and other times just a cross? I am the founder and leader of our chaplaincy ministry. Our ranks progress similarly to firefighter ranks, from registered chaplain, senior chaplain, master chaplain, lieutenant chaplain, captain chaplain, deputy chief chaplain, chief chaplain and commander chaplain (cmdr). As the commander, I wear epaulets with five bars to show my rank. However, when I … Continue reading →
• As Christians, we have to pray
  Every person needs to request a prayer for many reasons. Here on this site, you can pray, pray for others, and make prayer requests. Prayer is not only for Christians; it is part of all religions. You can’t imagine how powerful it is.

Exploration du Conclave : Réflexions sur une soirée cinéma

Hier soir, j’ai eu le plaisir de me plonger dans une expérience cinématographique tant attendue en louant le film « Conclave » sur YouTube pour le regarder avec la révérende Marie. Bien que le prix ait été de 2 $ supérieur à ce que je dépense habituellement pour une soirée cinéma, mon enthousiasme après des mois d’attente a surpassé mes hésitations. Après avoir cherché une copie physique dans des magasins locaux comme Walmart, j’ai décidé que la location en ligne était le meilleur moyen de satisfaire ma curiosité.

En m’installant pour le visionner, j’étais débordant d’enthousiasme, impatient de voir comment le film allait décrire le processus du conclave. Après avoir visionné de nombreuses bandes-annonces et commentaires en ligne, j’étais optimiste quant à la possibilité de vivre une histoire captivante, pleine de suspense et de suspense, malgré les critiques. Cependant, une fois le film terminé, je me suis mis à réfléchir à ses défauts.

Pour quelqu’un qui s’intéresse vivement à la dynamique politique et aux négociations complexes qui ont lieu lors de l’élection papale, j’espérais un film aux enjeux importants et aux arcs narratifs captivants. Malheureusement, « Conclave » n’a pas tout à fait réussi à restituer le niveau de tension et d’intrigue que j’avais anticipé. Au lieu de donner l’impression d’un drame palpitant, il s’apparentait davantage à un documentaire, manquant de la profondeur nécessaire pour transformer des événements historiques en récits captivants.

Cette expérience m’a amené à réfléchir à d’autres représentations de la papauté, comme la série « Borgia : Foi et Peur ». Cette série a réussi à dépeindre la dynamique complexe à l’œuvre lors de l’accession de Rodrigo de Borja au trône d’Alexandre VI, soulignant le drame et les dilemmes moraux inhérents à une telle lutte de pouvoir. Elle a offert une exploration nuancée de l’ambition et de la manipulation, des éléments qui me manquaient dans « Conclave ».

Ayant suivi de près l’élection des papes, ayant assisté à six élections et attendant avec impatience la septième en 2025, je pense que mon point de vue a pu influencer mes attentes. L’élection imminente sera importante, marquant l’apogée de ma conscience de ces transitions historiques, d’autant plus que j’étais plus jeune que nombre de ceux qui ont participé au conclave de 1958. Ce contexte approfondit mon intérêt pour le fonctionnement interne de l’Église et les différentes personnalités impliquées.

En réfléchissant à « Conclave », je perçois le potentiel qu’il visait à explorer, mais j’aurais aimé qu’il explore plus en profondeur les drames et les complexités qui accompagnent ces moments clés de l’histoire. Les histoires entourant les élections papales sont souvent empreintes de conflits et de manœuvres stratégiques et, pour trouver un écho auprès du public, les adaptations doivent s’approprier ce riche tissu d’intrigues.

En conclusion, même si je souhaitais sincèrement apprécier « Conclave », j’ai eu le sentiment qu’il manquait l’occasion de retranscrire pleinement l’enthousiasme et la profondeur de l’expérience du conclave. Il est important que les films relatant des événements historiques trouvent un équilibre entre représentation factuelle et narration captivante. Je pense qu’en mettant davantage l’accent sur les éléments dramatiques inhérents à ces situations, les futures adaptations pourraient offrir une exploration plus enrichissante du monde fascinant des élections papales. J’ai hâte de voir les cinéastes relever ce défi, car il existe une richesse de contenu qui ne demande qu’à être concrétisée avec la nuance et le drame qu’elle mérite.

En ce jour, du 26 avril de l’an du Seigneur 2025, la très révérende émérite Marie et moi sommes rivés à la télévision pour regarder les funérailles du pape François sur YouTube et sur la chaîne EWTN, pendant quatre heures et quinze minutes. (YouTube en anglais).

Right. Revd. Marie

On this day, April 26, 2025, the emeritus Right Reverend Marie and I are riveted to the TV, watching the funerals of Pope Francis on YouTube and the EWTN Channel for four hours and fifteen minutes

Le Cénacle de Jérusalem serait la « Chambre haute » dont parlent les Évangiles et les Actes des Apôtres (Ac. 1:13), où auraient eu lieu le dernier repas de Jésus avec ses apôtres (la Sainte Cène), la Pentecôte et d’autres événements importants des premiers temps de l’Église

Le Cénacle est un petit groupe de partage de foi. Il s’agit essentiellement d’une réunion de prière. Il a été fondé par le prêtre italien Don Stefani Gobbi, dans le cadre de son Mouvement marial de prêtres et de fidèles.

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Les cénacles de prière des Ministères Eric Michel International sont un puissant moyen pour nous de nous réunir et de prier en tant que communauté. Il n’est PAS nécessaire d’être membre de Zoom pour vous joindre à un cénacle et prier en communauté, un moyen puissant pour obtenir une faveur.

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J’ai découvert une inscription qui m’a interpellé profondément : la voici : « Si l’amour de Marie / Dans ton cœur est gravé / En passant ne t’oublie / de lui dire un Ave ».

Cette inscription est à la porte principale de Bon Secours, juste avant de rentrer à la Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours de Montréal.

Si l’amour de Marie dans ton cœur est gravé en passant, ne t’oublie de lui dire un Ave, vient de la France, sur l’une des piles d’un pont s’élevait autrefois un petit oratoire dédié à la Vierge sous le vocable de Reine des Anges. Bâti vers le milieu du XIIIe siècle. Son nom est le pont Joubert ; ce petit pont franchit le Clain et permet d’accéder au quartier de Montbernage.

Aujourd’hui 24 avril, j’avais un rendez-vous chez le concessionnaire pour la mise au point, vérifiez les freins et pour la pose des pneus d’été, chronos : 3.45 heures, alors j’en ai profité pour aller voir Marie et faire une petite prière, un Ave.

I discovered an inscription that spoke to me deeply: “If the love of Mary / Is engraved in your heart / As you pass by, do not forget / to say a Hail Mary to her.”

This inscription is on the main gate of Bon Secours, just before entering the Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel in Montreal.

If the love of Mary is engraved in your heart as you pass by, do not forget to say a Hail Mary to her. It comes from France. On one of the piers of a bridge, there once stood a small oratory dedicated to the Virgin Mary under the name of Queen of Angels. Built around the mid-13th century, it is called the Joubert Bridge. This small bridge crosses the Clain River and leads to the Montbernage district.

Today, April 24, I had an appointment at the dealership for a tune-up, brake check and summer tire installation, time: 3.45 hours, so I took the opportunity to go see Mary and say a little prayer, an Ave Maria.

Pour la première fois depuis plus de dix (10) ans, les ministère Eric Michel International a un site français, avec au moins 95% de son contenu. Auparavant, les sites contenaient du français à un pourcentage inférieur à 25 %. La cause : il n’y avait qu’un seul membre qui parlait français : l’archevêque. Le 14 juillet 2024, la fraternité des missionnaires Jésus le Bon pasteur, par l’entremise de son curé, le révérend père Michel Atangana, à Yaoundé, Cameroun, s’est associée aux MEMI pour devenir une métropole, sous la direction de l’archevêque métropolitain, Son Éminence le très révérend Eric M. Gagnon. Ensuite, viendra s’ajouter la province de la République démocratique du Congo, sous le nom de Province Notre-Dame-Du-Congo.