St. Augustine Building 100
God of Humble Love comes to us. St. Francis is the one who celebrated the Nativity in a special way. It was his celebration that brought about our popular piety of the nativity in our homes and Churches. Come and discover the ‘why’ this was such an important event to celebrate God’s coming to us in love.
Join us for a quiet and reflective day with optional participation in various sessions: Mass, short talks, and closing prayer. The rest of the day is yours to spend on the beautiful San Pedro grounds. The Gift Shop will also be open for your Advent and Christmas needs. Lunch and snacks provided.
A guest room can be booked separately by calling 407-671-6322
Meet Our Speaker
Louis Canter, OEF is a composer, performer, chaplain, and 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 has assisted the diocese as a representative on the board of the Interfaith Council of Central Florida. He is a member of the National Association of Catholic Chaplains, and the National Association of Pastoral Musicians. 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. Louis has played at Carnegie Hall and throughout the United States and Europe.
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. He recently received the ‘Mary, Mother of God’ award from the Bishop of Orlando for outstanding leadership in music and pastoral care. 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.
Cancellation Policy: Two weeks before the event, a full refund can be made. If the cancellation is requested within 2 weeks of the event a refund can be given, less a $15 nonrefundable deposit. Please call or email as soon as a cancellation is needed.