“In books we seek God, in meditation we find Him!” Padre Pio Let us sit, breathe deep, and be still, and then we will find within us the presence of the One who IS Love and whose light filling our mind and heart transforms and blesses!
Always remember… There is no job so seemingly small or humble, that will not build the kingdom of God’s love and compassion when done with heart, with mindful awareness, and with right intention… This is meditation in action… This is the contemplative way… From our sitting in meditation we ourselves are changed and healed by…
Almost martyred, offering himself in exchange for the freedom of slaves, known as the companion killer for his indefatigable missionary zeal that often left other brothers gasping in his wake, climbing mountains barefoot and a deep contemplative and miracle worker to boot; our brother, St. Joseph of Leonessa, deserves to be more widely known! The…
Join us in Raheny as we celebrate the Feast of St Blaise and the ancient tradition of blessing of throats. Blessings are available in our Chapel, Capuchin Frairy Raheny, Dublin at the following times ONLY: 7.30am (following 7am Mass); 10am / 11am / 12pm / 1pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm. NOBLESSING AT 5pm…
Our Brothers in Kilkenny are commencing an Adoration Group for Young People who wish to take time out and pray before the Blessed Sacrament. It runs each Sunday night in the Friary Church from 8.30pm to 9.30pm. All are most welcome
Rochestown College, Cork have won Semi Final of the Harty Cup 4-11 to 1-17. our sincere congratulations to all involved. Go RoCo!! You can read about their journey to this historic final HERE
A meditative moment to begin the weekend… No matter what has happened to us, our past is not meant to be a place to dwell in regret or guilt, but a place where only such Divine Mercy and Love is known that allow it to become a store of wisdom that we draw on to…
Our Holy Trinity Community in Cork recently donated the proceeds of the Christmas Crib collection to Simon to aid in their relief of homelessness in the city. The picture shows Br. Dermot, the Guardian of Holy Trinty Friary and Br. John, the Sacristan handing over the cheque for €4,800 to Charlie Fellowes of Cork Simon….
This weekend the annual meeting of our Guardians and Vicars (Local Leadership Teams) takes place in Emmaus Retreat Centre Dublin. This gathering allows Friars in Leadership positions to meet with the Provincial and his Council to pray, evaluate and discuss current matters. Please keep them in your prayers