Archbishop Michael Miller on Overseeing 70+ Parishes, Prayer as a Central Pastoral Activity & Dealing Realistically with Criticism
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In this conversation, we had the privilege of interviewing Archbishop Michael Miller. Jason and Archbishop Miller engaged in a captivating discussion, delving into his journey that eventually brought him to Vancouver. Archbishop Miller generously shared his experiences overseeing seventy diverse parishes and navigating different challenges, including criticism. He also offered profound insights into the process of nurturing future priests and shared valuable resources on prayer, silence, and solitude from sages within the Catholic tradition. We hope you are encouraged in your own journey of prayer, leadership, and following Jesus in today’s contemporary landscape.
Archbishop Michael Miller
Archbishop Miller is the chief shepherd of over 70 parishes in Vancouver with 400,000 baptized Catholics and has been a prominent figure in the city's religious community since 2007. Originally from Ottawa, he has a rich background in ministry and academia, studying and teaching theology in Rome, the United States, and Mexico. In addition to his pastoral role, he has served on boards for educational and healthcare institutions, advocating for positive systemic change. With a theology doctorate from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and seven honorary doctorates, he has made significant contributions. In Vancouver, he established crucial offices at the John Paul II Pastoral Centre, serving Hispanic, Filipino, and Indigenous communities, along with promoting ecumenism and interfaith relations.