Bro. Louis Canter, OEF Ministry of Peace
Ministry through Retreats, Parish Missions , Prayer, Concerts and Classes
Bio
Bro. Louis Canter, OEF is a Pastoral Assistant for Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Lakeland, Florida. He is a member of the Order of Ecumenical Franciscans and founder of Franciscan Ministry of Peace. Louis has been involved with ecumenical and inter faith dialogue. His work as a composer and concert artist for International Liturgical Publications has offered him a wide variety of opportunities for dialogue with many faith communities. He assists the diocese as a representative on the board for the Interfaith Council of Central Florida. He is a member of the National Association of Lay Ministry, the National Association of Pastoral Musicians, and the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical, He also sits on the Diocesan Music Committee and the Diocesan Liturgical Commission for the diocese of Orlando.
He has spent most of his life as a Pastoral Musician, which has afforded him the opportunity to minister in a wide variety of parishes. Louis has been very involved with ecumenical and interfaith dialogue. His passion for Franciscan Spirituality and the desire to serve the Church has been the driving force in his Ministry.
He is currently the Composer in Residence for the Lutheran Franciscans, along with his ministry at his local parish. He is a published composer with Oregon Catholic Press, World Library Publications and International Liturgical Publications. Through music, scripture and the prayers of St. Francis and Clare of Assisi he has molded parish missions, retreats, concerts and days of reflection to fit the communities in which he presents.
Mission Statement
The Mission of the Ministry is to aid others to deepen their relationship with God. This is done through prayer, teaching, and song.
Our Programs
The Ministry aids others in prayer and deepening their relationship with God and others through various programs. These include Zoom Classes, Retreats, Workshops, Parish Missions, and more