Good Shepherd Sunday: Today, the fourth Sunday of Easter, we proclaim the Gospel of the Good Shepherd. Often called Vocations Sunday, we traditionally pray for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and religious life on this day; but it is important to recognize that for Christians to pray for an increase of Vocations is…
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Archive: April 2015
Dawn Chorus: A decaf moment to pause and give thanks
Yesterday, sunshine. Today, rain. We grumble. But, in the friary garden, regardless of outer change and, aware only of its own purpose in this very moment, the Blackbird still sings merrily his psalm of blessing at dawn and dusk.
Read MoreSt. Fidelis: The Faithful Witness
Another day another sainted Capuchin! Today we celebrate our first martyr: Brother Fidelis; a name which means “faithful one”, given to him at his reception into the order by his superior who in so doing quoted the words of the book of revelation, “Be faithful into death and I will give you the crown of…
Read MoreSt. Conrad of Parzham: Becoming a saint through the little things
Today we Capuchins keep the feast of a very special spiritual master and saint of our order, Brother Conrad of Parzham. He was the porter (receptionist) in the friary of Altotting in Germany for nearly all of his life. Answering the door to all those who came for advice, he was sought out for healing…
Read MoreLaunch of new book on Holy Trinity Church in Cork
A new book on the history, architecture and artistic contribution of our friary church of the Most Holy Trinity in Cork was recently launched by its author Patricia Curtin-Kelly at Holy Trinity Friary. Entitled “An Ornament to the City: Holy Trnity Church and the Capuchin Order” It covers the planning of Holy Trinity…
Read MorePODCAST: Professor John McCafferty UCD on Fr. Nicholas Archbold 1588-1650
Below you will find a link to a podcast of a lecture by Professor John McCafferty, Department of History, University College Dublin, titled: ‘A single witness: Ireland and Europe through the eyes of a small man with a big nose’. The audio of John’s talk can be heard at: http://historyhub.ie/john-mccafferty-ireland-europe His paper examines two manuscripts…
Read MoreEaster Saturday: Greeting Our Lady as the Faithful & First Witness.
For Easter Saturday: The Ancient chant of the Regina Coeli, sung to greet Mary and praise her for her faith that never failed throughout the Passion and Death of her Son, and to announce the joy of the Resurrection received first by Mary and then by the rest of creation. Enjoy its peace and blessing…
Read MoreAwakening Wonder: Weds 15th April An Open Evening of Mindfulness and Meditation
Awakening Wonder: The Sanctuary’s annual open evening of Mindfulness, Meditation, Spirituality, Movement and Creativity takes place this coming Weds the 15th of April in our Capuchin Friary of Church St., Dublin 7 (Just off the Smithfield Luas Stop). Beginning at 8:15pm, until 9:45pm! This is a donation only event and all are welcome! Come along…
Read MoreEaster Greetings and Reflection: Christ is Risen! Alleluia! Alleluia!
We hope that you and yours are enjoying the celebration of Easter! Christ is risen as He said! Alleluia! Alleluia! For those who have the time to reflect on the meaning of this greatest of Feasts there follows the text of the sermon given at the Easter Vigil this year in our friary in Church…
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