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To live the Rule & Life of St Francis of Assisi

As Capuchin Friars we strive to be Disciples of Jesus Christ by following in the footsteps of our founder, St Francis

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Justice, Peace & Care for Creation

'Praised be you, my Lord,
through our Sister, Mother Earth,
who sustains us and directs us
bringing forth all kinds of fruits
and coloured flowers and herbs.'

Choosing the Gospel Life

'The Lord has shown me what was mine to do, now may the Lord show you what is yours.' St Francis of Assisi

Prayer & Contemplation

We are called to be men of prayer and contemplation active in the World.

The Lord Gave Me Brothers

We are called to follow St Francis as 'Brothers of the People'.

Sunday Reflection – Divine Mercy Sunday

Sunday, 07 April 2024

A Mission of Mercy (John: 19-31) In the bible, the number forty is usually associated with a period of preparation. Following the forty days of Lent preparing for Easter, there...

Easter Sunday Reflection

Sunday, 31 March 2024

Rising with Christ (John 20:1-9) When we are invited to proclaim the mystery of faith, one formula expresses it as an event of past, present and future. “Christ has died,”...

5th Sunday of Lent – Dying and Rising with Christ

Sunday, 17 March 2024

[caption id="attachment_4440" align="aligncenter" width="275"] Image by Bananayota from Pixabay[/caption] Dying and Rising with Christ (John 12:20-30) At the wedding feast in Cana the mother of Jesus asked him...

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We are the Irish Capuchin Franciscan Friars and we have been ministering in Ireland since 1615. Today we are widely known for our work through our Friaries, in hospitals, hospices, parishes and of course through the incredible work of all involved in the Capuchin Day Centre for Homeless People. We hope you enjoy your visit to our website !