Today, June 19, is the 43rd anniversary of the ordination of Pope Leo XIV.
That makes me recall my ordination.

Eric Michel A Journey of Faith: My Path to Ordination and Beyond

After a decade marked by learning, challenges, and spiritual growth, I am thrilled to share the story of my ordination and the incredible experiences that have shaped my journey of faith. It all began with a calling, a nurturing whisper that grew louder over the years, ultimately leading me to dedicate my life to serving others through the church.

In December 1985, after years of rigorous theological study and personal reflection, I took my first significant step by being ordained as a deacon. That moment was both exhilarating and humbling. As I stood before my peers and congregation, I felt the weight of responsibility settle on my shoulders. I was eager to serve, but I also realized that this was just the beginning of a longer journey, a journey filled with trials, joy, and the grace of God. Ordained priest December 7, 1988.

During my time as a deacon, I learned a great deal about the needs of my community and the profound impact that faith can have on people’s lives. I was allowed to immerse myself in serving others, whether it was providing support to families in distress, leading community service programs, or offering spiritual guidance. Each experience deepened my understanding of what it means to walk alongside others in their faith journeys.

Fast forward to 2011, a pivotal year in my life, I was consecrated as a bishop. This momentous occasion marked the culmination of years spent in prayer, learning, and living out my faith. Standing there during the consecration service, surrounded by my colleagues, family, and friends, I reflected on the twists and turns of the past 23 years. It was a beautiful reminder that while the journey may be long and sometimes difficult, it is anchored in purpose and love.

As a bishop, I have the privilege of guiding and nurturing the spiritual growth of others, advocating for justice, and leading initiatives that foster community and compassion. Each day presents its unique challenges, but it is also filled with immeasurable joy as I see lives transformed through faith, witness the resilience of my community, and participate in the sacred rituals that unite us.

As I reflect on my journey from deacon to bishop, I recognize that this path has not been walked alone. I have been supported by mentors, friends, and the wider church community, who have believed in me and encouraged my growth. Their influence has been pivotal, and I am eternally grateful for their love and support.

As I embark on this new chapter of my ministry, I am excited about what lies ahead. With faith as my compass, I will continue to strive to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. The road may be long, but I am committed to serving God and the community with humility and compassion.

To all those who are on their journey of faith, remember that every step is part of a beautiful tapestry woven with love, hope, and divine purpose. I look forward to what lies ahead, and I humbly ask for your prayers as I continue this mission of service. Thank you for joining me on this journey. Together, may we lift each other in faith and love.

Today, June 19, is the 43rd anniversary of the ordination of Pope Leo XIV.
That makes me recall my ordination.

Eric Michel A Journey of Faith: My Path to Ordination and Beyond

After a decade marked by learning, challenges, and spiritual growth, I am thrilled to share the story of my ordination and the incredible experiences that have shaped my journey of faith. It all began with a calling, a nurturing whisper that grew louder over the years, ultimately leading me to dedicate my life to serving others through the church.

In December 1985, after years of rigorous theological study and personal reflection, I took my first significant step by being ordained as a deacon. That moment was both exhilarating and humbling. As I stood before my peers and congregation, I felt the weight of responsibility settle on my shoulders. I was eager to serve, but I also realized that this was just the beginning of a longer journey, a journey filled with trials, joy, and the grace of God. Ordained priest December 7, 1988.

During my time as a deacon, I gained a deep understanding of the needs of my community and the profound impact that faith can have on people’s lives. I was given the opportunity to immerse myself in serving others, whether it was providing support to families in distress, leading community service programs, or offering spiritual guidance. Each experience deepened my understanding of what it means to walk alongside others in their faith journeys.

Fast forward to 2011, a pivotal year in my life, when I was consecrated as a bishop. This momentous occasion marked the culmination of years spent in prayer, learning, and living out my faith. Standing there during the consecration service, surrounded by my colleagues, family, and friends, I reflected on the twists and turns of the past 23 years. It was a beautiful reminder that while the journey may be long and sometimes difficult, it is anchored in purpose and love.

As a bishop, I have the privilege of guiding and nurturing the spiritual growth of others, advocating for justice, and leading initiatives that foster community and compassion. Each day presents its unique challenges, but it is also filled with immeasurable joy as I see lives transformed through faith, witness the resilience of my community, and participate in the sacred rituals that unite us.

As I reflect on my journey from deacon to bishop, I recognize that this path has not been walked alone. I have been supported by mentors, friends, and the wider church community, who have believed in me and encouraged my growth. Their influence has been pivotal, and I am eternally grateful for their love and support.

As I embark on this new chapter of my ministry, I am excited about what lies ahead. With faith as my compass, I will continue to strive to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. The road may be long, but I am committed to serving God and the community with humility and compassion.

To all those who are on their journey of faith, remember that every step is part of a beautiful tapestry woven with love, hope, and divine purpose. I look forward to what lies ahead, and I humbly ask for your prayers as I continue this mission of service. Thank you for joining me on this journey. Together, may we lift each other in faith and love.

New Name for our Marian Ministry

We received a request to change our name to include women in our order.

We received suggestions; at the same time, we have three propositions:

1. Keep the name as we have it: Third Order of Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate, and accept women as well.
2. Change the name to Third Order of Franciscan Friars and Sisters of the Immaculate.
   3. Change the name to Third Order of Franciscans of the Immaculate.

Please submit your vote by selecting proposition number 1, 2, or 3.

Thank you

Brother Eric.

Eric Michel is a Catholic in Faith and he was a member of the International Conference of the Autocephalous Bishops and the ministries had a charter, but because he disagreed with the US Order of the Franciscans of the Eucharist, the Mother church’s action, which contradicted the Roman Catholic Church’s Pope’s directives: Entity, “Forbiden and Suspect Societies or to other associations of the same kind”, who publicly associated with, or publicly supported sects or similar organizations, and those who promote or take office in such an association, they are of principles that are incompatible with Catholic doctrine, he subsequently resigned from the OFE affiliation, who was granted on May 21, 2025.

We became the Third Order of the Franciscans of the Eucharist (TOFE) OFS.

First, I have to say that it wasn’t a big step for me to return to Catholicism; at the bottom, I always was, even when I denied it.

I was born and raised in the Catholic Church during the 1950s, before the Second Vatican Council. In Quebec before the Quiet Revolution, almost everybody who spoke French, parents, neighbours, teachers, doctors, and police, was Catholic. My Gnosticism and after the Unitarian Universalist Christian Fellowship was promoted, defended and taught with Catholic arguments, my spouse, who is a Baptist Minister, always put it under my nose that the Baptist, Evangelist and Pentecostal do not refer to that answer when it is an argumentation.

There are many doctrines with which I disagree, such as the doctrine of communion. However, open communion aligns more closely with how Jesus planned it; He didn’t specify giving it only to specific groups. The ordination of women is another major issue.

Two factors in teaching make me cross over. First, the teaching of the Franciscan Nun, Ilia Delio, who is, according to me, a modern version of the Gnostic teaching that I was part of.

Second, the Thomistic Institute exists to promote Catholic truth in our contemporary world by strengthening the intellectual formation of Christians at universities, within the Church, and in the broader public square. The thought of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Universal Doctor of the Church, serves as our touchstone that resonates with me. I am also listening to Brother Paul-Adrien, a Dominican Catholic priest, with whom I have a hard time with his teaching on the ancient world, but I appreciate his approach.

Then, the newcomers in my life were Father Casey Cole, a Franciscan Brother; Father Richard Rohr, another Franciscan Brother; and Robert Spitzer, an American Jesuit priest, philosopher, educator, author, speaker, and retired President of Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington.

In 2020, I joined an Ecumenical Franciscan group. Then, I became a Volunteer Chaplain with the National Association of Catholic Chaplains on February 28, 2022. I didn’t need it; I was already a member of the International Federation of Christian Chaplains since 2012.

The Metaphysical Effect

We have beautiful churches in my area, so I spend many Sundays visiting them and, of course, taking pictures. The Catholic Church in Lachute, Quebec, the Saint Anastasia Parish, located at 174, rue Béthany, features a narthex with shelves for displaying magazines and flyers. One day, while exploring, I found a publication from the Heralds of the Gospel. On a page, there was a small publicity square with an internet link. I was led to go to the website.

I began a 33-day course for Consecration to Jesus through Mary, as taught by the Heralds of the Gospel, following the teachings of Louis Marie de Montfort.

Consecrated on November 11, 2023, OUR LADY OF THE PORTUGUESE

Catherine Labouré and the Miraculous Medal

In 1946, the 300th anniversary of the declaration of Mary Immaculate as Queen of Portugal was commemorated. November 11: on the anniversary of the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary to St. Catherine Laboure.

Wow, what a wonderful thing! Followed by a mass in Brazil that you can attend in Montreal church and other churches, as well as on YouTube.

I received an email from Father Michael Carlson, EP, saying that the Holy Mary set all the steps leading to the consecration, which I took with a “grain de sel”, a French saying meaning To take something with a “grain of salt” or “pinch of salt” is an English idiom that suggests viewing something, specifically claims that may be misleading or unverified, with skepticism or not to interpret something literally.

But it’s the aftermath; amazing. If it’s not the Holy Mary, I wish to know who it is.

A strange force compelled me to do things like becoming a soldier of Mary, Militia Immaculatae, on December 12, 2023, the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. I register online, and when it’s done, I ask myself, ‘What did I just do? My God, I don’t understand. It must have a reason for this, but I cannot explain it. It is not rational.

Later, I became a member of a few others in Mary’s group, and then, one day in 2025, I started a Facebook group called the EMMI Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary.

Now I am a born-again Catholic.

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HOME – BRO. ERIC – HISTORIC – My Catholic Conversion

Robert Francis Prevost, OSA, né le 14 septembre 1955 à Chicago (Illinois, États-Unis), est un prélat catholique américano-péruvien, élu pape le 8 mai 2025 sous le nom de Léon XIV. En qualité d’évêque de Rome, il est le 267^e pape de l’Église catholique ainsi que le chef d’État du Vatican. Il est le premier souverain pontife né aux États-Unis, ainsi que le septième pape augustinien (le dernier étant Eugène IV mort en 1447).

De nationalité américaine puis plus tard également péruvienne, il est membre de l’ordre de Saint Augustin. Il est en mission au Pérou entre 1985 et 1998, puis exerce des responsabilités à la maison-mère de son ordre à Rome de 2001 à 2013. Il est ensuite nommé évêque du diocèse péruvien de Chiclayo.

Le 30 janvier 2023, il est choisi pour succéder au cardinal Ouellet à la tête du Dicastère pour les évêques ; il prend ses fonctions le 12 avril suivant. Le 30 septembre de la même année, il est créé cardinal par le pape François.

https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%C3%A9on_XIV

A new Pope has been elected,

Pope Leo XIV

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost

The papal conclave of 2025 was convened to elect a pope, the leader of the Catholic Church, to succeed Francis following his death on 21 April 2025. In accordance with the apostolic constitution Universi Dominici gregis, which governed the vacancy of the Holy See, only cardinals who had not passed their 80th birthdays on the day on which the Holy See became vacant (in this case, those who were born on or after 21 April 1945) were eligible to participate in the conclave. Although not a formal requirement, the cardinal electors invariably elect the pope from among their number. The election was carried out by secret ballot (Latin: per scrutinium).

Of the 252 members of the College of Cardinals at the time of Francis’s death, 135 cardinal electors were eligible to participate in the subsequent conclave. Two cardinal electors announced that they did not plan to attend, decreasing the expected number of participants to 133. To be elected pope, a candidate requires a two-thirds supermajority of the participating electors, or 89 votes.

Of the 133 cardinal electors in attendance, 5 were cardinal bishops, 108 were cardinal priests, and 20 were cardinal deacons; 5 were created cardinals by Pope John Paul II, 20 by Pope Benedict XVI, and 108 by Pope Francis; 29 worked in the service of the Holy See (such as in the Roman Curia), 79 were in pastoral ministry outside Rome, and 26 were retired. The oldest eligible cardinal elector was Carlos Osoro Sierra, at the age of 79, and the youngest was Mykola Bychok, at the age of 45. Another 116 cardinals were ineligible to participate in the conclave due to their age.

The cardinal electors entered the Sistine Chapel to begin the conclave on 7 May 2025. On 8 May, after four ballots over two days, they elected Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, who took the papal name Leo XIV.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardinal_electors_in_the_2025_papal_conclave

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The Holy See is currently in a period of sede vacante, which began on 21 April 2025 upon the death of Pope Francis. 

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What the conclave schedule could look like
As we approach the start of the conclave on Wednesday, here’s a tentative breakdown of what the schedule could look like. Caveat: This is based on 2013, when there were 117 electors, versus this time, when there are expected to be 133. We also don’t know yet what time they will begin the mornings yet. But this gives you an idea of what we could expect.

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The New Life Catholic Chaplaincy (OFS) warmly invites you to participate in our Bible Studies Group. This gathering is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of the Scriptures and grow in their faith.

Join us as we explore the richness of the Bible through discussion, reflection, and fellowship. Whether you are a long-time believer or just beginning your spiritual journey, our group is open to all who wish to learn more about God’s word and its relevance in our lives today.

Meetings will be held weekly, providing a welcoming environment to share insights and ask questions. We aim to build a supportive community where everyone can feel encouraged in their walk of faith.

We look forward to seeing you there and embarking on this spiritual journey together!

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• My Catholic Conversion
  ✠ Salve Maria! Father Michael Carlson of the Heralds of the Gospel welcomed me to the class, which led to the consecration. During this time, he said that Holy Mary had gently guided me, step by step, toward her. I served as a Protestant minister and President Bishop of EMMI, part of the Christian Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. However, my shift toward Catholicism began in 2020 when I joined the Ecumenical … Continue reading →
• Immaculate Heart of Mary
  The Immaculate Heart of Mary (Latin: Cor Immaculatum Mariae) is a Catholic devotion which refers to the view of the interior life of Mary, her joys and sorrows, her virtues and hidden perfections, and, above all, her virginal love for God the Father, her maternal love for her son Jesus Christ, and her motherly and compassionate love for all mankind. Traditionally, the Immaculate Heart is depicted pierced with seven swords … Continue reading →
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• Thank you for visiting us
• Praying at the Manse
  The Manse serves as both a residence and a spiritual center for the ministry, with a private chapel that seats approximately 5 people. The Manse Chapel was first created as a prayer corner for the Revd. Mary and I. As our volunteer staff grew, we expanded the chapel to occupy the entire living room. We added an Altar to what was once just a Shrine, then a prayer corner and a … Continue reading →
• A new page
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• I pray the Rosary
  At the Manse, I pray the Rosary every day, only one decade; you can do the same on your own computer. You can follow the mystery on your own or ask the Rosary Rose to remember your mystery. Once you know, come to the prayer wall and pray your mystery. You can also post your prayer request on the wall. Come and pray with us
• Souvenir après juin 1944
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• NEW: The Rosary: Come and Pray with us
  Holy Rosary Holy Rosary brings a fully interactive, step-by-step Rosary prayer guide to Mary See on the virtual rosary exactly where you are Use the prayer wall for your intentions PRAY THE MYSTERIES The Rosary: Come and Pray with us page
• TOSB
  Our Lay individuals associated with the Benedictine tradition are known as Oblates of St. Benedict rather than a traditional “third order”. As laypeople or diocesan priests, oblates affiliated with Eric Michel Ministries International to live out the values of the Rule of St. Benedict in their daily secular lives are at a dead point since the excommunication of one of our ex-members, who was named Abbot of the group, due … Continue reading →
• Holy Dishes
  Holy Dishes used at the Manse’s Chapel Catholic holy dishes (sacred vessels) are specialized containers used during Holy Mass to hold the Eucharist, which represents the Body and Blood of Christ. Key vessels include the Chalice (for wine), Paten (plate for hosts), and Ciborium (bowl for hosts). They are typically made of or lined with precious metals like gold to signify their sacred purpose. Essential Sacred Vessels (Mass Items) Commonly … Continue reading →
• Que dit la Bible à propos des piercings et des tatouages ​​?
  Le Frère Éric Michel aime les femmes vierges. Voici la manière de se libérer : tout créancier se libérera de ce qu’il a prêté à son prochain ; il ne le réclamera pas à son prochain, son frère, car la libération du Seigneur a été proclamée. openbible.info. Que dit la Bible à propos des piercings et des tatouages ​​?
• New Wall
  On May 28th, I posted Today at the Manse: New Frames, but the wall itself was not finished. Today, a week later, I completed it.
• Eric & Marie Founders
  Preambule On March 3rd and 4th, 2012, I attended training at the Pastoral Professional Training Academy to become a pastor-celebrant for weddings. During lunch, as we walked to a restaurant, I spoke with the founder and director, Reverend Michel Beaumier, about chaplaincy. He asked me, “Why don’t you have your own?” Our Story On May 11th, Reverend Marie Arnold left Halifax County by train to join me in Trois-Rivières, Quebec. … Continue reading →
• His Eminence the Most Reverend Brother +Eric Michel MI, OFS
  Archbishop, President Bishop ElectedMetropolitan Archbishop of CameroonChaplaincy Commander.Religious Name: Michel de Notre-DameAlso known as JEM GAGNONFounder and Exec Director of Eric Michel Ministries InternationalAbbott of the EMMI Third Order of Franciscans of the EucharistAbbot of the EMMI Third Order of Franciscans of the Most Holy RosaryAbbott of the EMMI Third Order BenedictinsPeace and All Good
• Beliefs EMMI NEW LIFE CATHOLIC MINISTRY
  Beliefs EMMI NEW LIFE CATHOLIC MINISTRY  ✠ **Beliefs about Church Leadership and Authority**   We respect the Pope as an influential leader and teacher within the Church, though we recognize that our beliefs and personal perspectives on faith and morality may sometimes differ from his. The Pope holds significant authority in matters of doctrine and spiritual guidance, but individual conscience also plays a vital role in our faith journey.  ✠ **Beliefs about … Continue reading →
• vows
  The Orders of EMMI are dispersed, ecumenical Catholic (Roman, Orthodox, Anglican) communities, similar to the older Third Order model, under which most members live their everyday lives in the world. You may be male or female, married, partnered or single, clergy or lay. There is no discrimination of any sort, except for the requirement of being at least 18 years of age. Its purpose is to provide a canonical structure … Continue reading →
• Vows of The Third Order of Eric Michel Ministries International
  PrayerPrayer serves as a powerful means of connecting with the Divine. Through sincere prayer, individuals can invite and express the attributes of Mercy, which is essential for personal spiritual growth and for fostering a compassionate world. It serves as a channel for reflection, gratitude, and opening the heart, allowing one to manifest divine qualities in daily life. By dedicating time to prayer, we can deepen our relationship with the Divine … Continue reading →
• The most important statement for the OCC
  The most important statement for the Old Catholic Church is the Declaration of Utrecht, issued in 1889.  This document serves as the foundational charter of Old Catholic doctrine and polity, clearly stating their position against certain Roman Catholic dogmas that they view as innovations contrary to the ancient faith of the Church.  Key points from the Declaration of Utrecht include: The Declaration of Utrecht is fundamental because it defines the Old … Continue reading →
• Thursday, June 4th, 2026 Staff Reminder
  Saturday June 6th To all our volunteers, don’t forget our rehearsal for the special Celebration of Corpus Christi next Saturday at 09:00. Many churches celebrated today, on June 4th, but our celebration and worship falls on the 7th according to our Liturgical calendar.
• I like to be Franciscan
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• A Journey of Faith: My Ordination
• Humeral veil
  The humeral veil is one of the liturgical vestments of the Roman Rite and is also used in some Anglican and Lutheran churches. It consists of a piece of cloth about 2.75 metres (108 in) long and 90 centimetres (35 in) wide, draped over the shoulders and down the front, normally of silk or cloth of gold. At the ends, there are sometimes pockets in the back for hands to … Continue reading →
• Today at the Manse: New Frames
• Reverend Ashley R Deutschmann
  Episcopal Ordination Consecration of the Very Reverend Ashley R Deutschmann 24 May 2026
• Do you try to be all things to all people?
  You will discover that you can’t. Do you often feel that you are being pulled in all directions? Have you been wishing for some time away from all the insanity? Then this message is for you. Don’t get trapped into thinking you are the only one who can do everything that needs to be done, and that it must be done immediately. Take a step back and refocus. Whose job … Continue reading →
• CALENDAR OF AWAKENING
  ~ the One life in the many ~ 73.** Let your mind become clear like a mountain lake. Then all false beliefs will rise to the surface and evaporate, and only truth will remain. Light of the Soul Practice Meditation, prayer, and inner silence are the steps toward a clear mind. Give yourself permission to value this. Often, the value of ‘keeping busy’ or the sense of obligation to others … Continue reading →
• My Cenacle Rosary
  ✠ THE ROSARY ROSE Features
• The Fellowship
  Looking for a little more peace in your weekly routine? Vous voulez un peu plus de sérénité dans votre routine hebdomadaire ? Between work, family, and the constant noise of everyday life, finding time for quiet reflection can feel almost impossible. It’s so easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected. That’s exactly why I started my WordPress fellowship group, and I would love for you to join us! Every week, I … Continue reading →
• Does the noise and confusion of the day leave you feeling drained?
  Stop awhile and listen to the heartbeat of the Universe. Shut out the voice of everyday life, telling you what you have to do, who you have to be, voices from television, family, and your job. You need the healing of silence, time to take back your life. Time to meditate and listen to that still small voice. That voice that tells you that you are so much more than … Continue reading →
• Happy Pentecost!
  Also known as the “Birthday of the Church,” this holy day celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and the Virgin Mary in Jerusalem. (Youtube Short)
• Group Issue
  For the last 48 hours, we experimented with an issue with our website; the cause could be our group-provided service. Now, we have a new group software, so we invite you to join us. May the Lord remain with you,in silence and in peace. May your heart find rest in His presence,and your path be guided gently through Mary. In all things—may you remain in Him,as He remains in you.
• I Know My Saviour Lives
  I KNOW MY CREATOR LIVES You ask me if my creator lives Well, I want you to know, I”ve seen Him in each blade of grass And in the breeze that blows. I see Him when I see the sparrow Fly graceful in the sky, I also know my creator  lives And guides me from on high. I see Him in a baby”s smile So innocent and pure, I see … Continue reading →
• When You Pray
  As you bow your head today And you pray in Jesus name, Will you thin k to pray for others With their sorrow and their pain. Others  with their heartaches And others with their care Will you think of all their trials As our Father hears your prayers. For as you take the burden Of some soul to God above, Your reward will be the blessing Of our own Dear … Continue reading →
• The “Support the Mission”
  This mission exists through prayer…and through those who quietly support it. If you feel called to help, even in a small way: 👉 Gift Thank you for being part of this work
• The Answer To Our Cares
  Though strife surrounds us day by day If we just take the time to pray, Those troubles slowly fade away As we commune with Jesus. Though this old world be full of woe There is one place we all can go, We have a Heavenly Home, you know If we just live for Jesus. Though there be trials on every  hand The Christian has a salvation plan, That someday in … Continue reading →
• The “Stillness” 
  Stay. Just for a moment. He is here.
• Our Church On The Hill.
  In our tiny village, a church stands upon a hill There was a time when songs rang out As her seats filled, the people filled. Where the neighbour greeted the neighbour And children played so freely, That was a time I now recall with things as they should be. Our little church stood proud and tall  And overlooked the sea To guide our fishermen along The path where they should … Continue reading →
• The “Mission Identity”
  We are not here to add noise. We are here to return to the essentials: ✝️ The Eucharist🌹 Mary🙏 Prayer If your heart is seeking something deeper, you are welcome. Prayer Cenacle
• This argument grounds open communion in the theology of grace, hospitality, and radical inclusion exemplified by Jesus and the early church.
  The Eucharist, at its heart, is a celebration of God’s inclusive grace made manifest in Jesus Christ. The Last Supper was shared with a group that included doubters, deniers, and even betrayers, yet Jesus offered the bread and cup to all present. The apostle Paul teaches that in Christ, the barriers that once separated people, Jew and Greek, slave and free, are abolished (Galatians 3:28). The early Christian table was … Continue reading →
• The Place That I Call Home
  Our little village we call home Snugly nestled by the sea With the harbor sparkling near your door A lovely sight to see. With fishing boats along the shore Where the artist often come To paint the seans of East Jeddore The place that I call home. To see the evening sunset Is more beautiful than gold Done by the Master Painter Is a beauty to behold. The sky so … Continue reading →
• A love story and a dedication to Christ
  On May 11th, Reverend Marie Arnold left Halifax County by train to join me in Trois-Rivières, Quebec. Since there is no train to Trois-Rivières, she arrived the next day by bus from Montreal. Read the complete story
• 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.
• Missionaries
  I won first prize for this poem at two different poetry contests two years in a row. The missionaries leave their homes Their family, friends, and all, To travel far across the seas In answer to God’s call. They learn the language of the land In order to go, And tell the natives of our God Who cares and loves them so? The natives in these foreign lands To idols, … Continue reading →
• The “Evening Reflection”
  Before the day ends…return to Him. In gratitude.In silence.In peace. Holly Eucharist Wall
• Beside A Babbling Brook.
  I felt so close to God today  As I stood beside a brook,  And watched the water flow   Or’e the rocks, as it’s trickling Pathway took.    And as I stood there gazing      I saw our Creator’s plan,                                 For that tiny little babbling brook                     … Continue reading →
• The “Short Call to Prayer”
  Take 10 seconds. Prayer Cenacle

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