Reflections from the Mount

If You Choose

– Br. Michael, ofm You know those movies which have that perfect line at the perfect time and it either launches the movie forward, breaks open the message or sends […]

Actions of Solidarity: Black History Month

– Br. Michael, ofm February is Black History Month being recognized and celebrated in Canada since 1996. Although I wonder how much it has been recognized and celebrated. As a […]

Vocation: Confidence and Endurance

– Br. Michael, ofm “Do not, abandon that confidence of yours; it brings a great reward. For you need endurance, so that when you have done the will of God, […]

Called to Follow

– Br. Michael, ofm A retreatant recently told me a story about an experience he had in his youth. He worked as a camp counsellor at a summer camp. One […]

Bearing Fruit

– Br. Michael, ofm   Nine months ago, I became part of an ecumenical prayer group. Our group of four meets online several times a week to pray together. Each […]

Baptism: The Treasure of the Beloved

– Br. Michael, ofm   Before and for ever after Enduring presence is Love’s gift to each of us Offering assurance and dignity Vast in generosity Ensuring that each of […]

Epiphany: A Great Start to the New Year

– Br. Michael, ofm Epiphany is traditionally celebrated on January 6, however various Christian sects celebrate it anywhere between January 3 and 19. This feast sometimes known as “Little Christmas” […]