Christ who fills the universe in all its parts Ephesians 1:23
Colossians 1:15-20 The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.
One God, One Faith, One Church, One Baptism in Jesus’ Name We are one in the body of Christ.
We believe in “St. Paul Oneness”, which likely refers to St. Paul’s teachings on unity and oneness within the Christian community, particularly about the concept of the Trinity. Paul emphasized the importance of believers being “of one mind”. He united in their faith, drawing on the unity of the Godhead (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) as a model for Christian unity.
It shouldn’t have many kinds of Christians. Today, it should resemble the situation before the 1024 Great Schism, with the absence of Protestants. But simply Christians with “One God, One Religion, One Church, One Baptism in Christ” reflect a Christian belief in the unity of the faith and its essential elements. It emphasizes the singularity of God, the singular nature of true Christianity, the oneness of the church, and the single act of baptism that unites believers to Christ. This concept is rooted in scripture, particularly Ephesians 4:4-6, which speaks of one body, one Spirit, one hope, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God.
We are in full communion with the Apostolic Old Catholic Mission
How we serve the Roman Catholic Church without being a part of it
Charismatic
Welcome to the Secular Franciscan Order in Canada!
We’re a lively and diverse community inspired by the teachings of the Gospel and the examples set by Saints Francis and Clare. It doesn’t matter who you are male or female, single, married, or part of a couple, clergy or lay, we invite everyone to join us. The only thing we ask is that you meet the minimum age requirement to become a member and be consecrated to Holy Mary, wearing the miraculous medal and Carmelite scapular and the Franciscan Tau.
What sets us apart is our choice to live in the everyday world rather than retreating from it like traditional religious orders. We believe that the spirit of St. Francis is best experienced in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Each month, we gather in local groups, called confraternities, where we pray, study, and worship together. These meetings are all about encouraging one another and figuring out how to embrace the unique spirit of St. Francis in our daily lives. Like Francis, we’re all about actively participating in Christ’s mission and sharing the good news of salvation with everyone around us.
The Secular Franciscan Order, or Ordo Franciscanus Sæcularis (OFS), is officially recognized within the Catholic Church. It was founded by St. Francis of Assisi back in 1221, aimed at lay people who wanted to follow his way of life without leaving the world behind.
Our Ministries got off to a start on July 14, 2014, and in 2020, the Canadian Franciscan Province embraced a new identity to better reflect our community. With the OFE charter established on April 6, 2022, we’re buzzing with anticipation for January 14, 2025, when we plan to amend our constitution and transition into what we’re calling the New Life Catholic Ministry.
So, whether you’re seeking spiritual growth, a supportive community, or just a way to deepen your faith, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, we can live out our calling, inspired by the life and teachings of St. Francis!
The phrase “To Jesus Through Mary” rose to prominence through St. Louis de Montfort’s book True Devotion to Mary. He used these words to explain that devotion to Mary is the best way to grow closer to Jesus, because Mary herself will lead us to her Son if we ask her to do so and this is why we consacred our life to Mary.
We promote the DIVIN MERCI and pray at the Cenacle with Jesus, Holy Mary, Francis and Clare under the guidance of Saint Faustina.
Our main tools to reach people is our Chaplaincy. In serving our mission, we strive to meet both the physical and spiritual needs of our community. Our activities are built on a foundation of respecting different faith communities and cultures while providing compassionate, spiritual care.
Together we can address spiritual needs that impact patient healing and wholeness. Brother Eric Michel is a volunteer member of the National Association of Catholic Chaplains, also member of the International Federation of Christian Chaplains and an associate member of the Canadian Practical Chaplain Association.
