The Saints are signposts that show us a quick and safe way to Heaven. It is a path of service, of compassion, and of love of God and neighbour. In their diversity they show us that we too, whatever the circumstances of our lives may be, are being called to love and serve Jesus in…
We are delighted to announce the launch of the new website for the Irish Centre of Padre Pio & The National Shrine of St Pio in Church Street Dublin, Ireland. Sincere thanks to the team at ACTON BV for their work in designing and developing the website. Thanks to Michael McCabe (Manager of the Irish…
On the 23rd of September, the Church celebrates the feast of St Pio, better known by many simply as ‘Padre Pio’. The National Shrine of St Pio in Ireland is located at the Capuchin Church of St Mary of the Angel’s, Church Street, Dublin. Usually, the church is packed to capacity over the three nights…
Pope Francis has encouraged all parishes around the world to celebrate the gift of grandparents and the elderly this coming weekend. You are most welcome to join our Capuchin parishes as they mark the occasion: Halston Street Parish, Dublin 7 will have a special blessing of grandparents at Mass on Saturday (6pm) and Sunday (12pm)….
We regret to announce the death of our Capuchin brother Donatus McNamara. Donatus died today at the hospital run by the Assisi Sisters in Makeni, Zambia. May he rest in peace. Amen. The following is the announcement from Br Paul Murphy OFM Cap. (Secretary of the Irish Province): Br Donatus was born at Glin, Co….
Brother Matthew Gormley’s funeral takes place this morning (25th of June 2021) in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Here is the link to watch the Mass at 9.45am Irish time : https://youtu.be/iT6GgtLbH3g We regret to inform you that our Brother, Matthew Gormley, died early this morning at St George’s Hospital, Gqeberta, Port Elizabeth, Custody of South…
This online seminar explores the complexities of living with grief during a pandemic. Information will be provided on the grief process and the range of supports available in the Dublin region.
Blessings on this great feast of Corpus Christi ! In 2012 we published a series of short reflections on St Francis and the Eucharist on our Vocations Blog in time for the International Eucharistic Congress held in Dublin. Below are those reflections. May the Body and Blood of Christ brings us to everlasting life. Amen….
Today (21 April 2021) we mark the feast of one of our Capuchin brothers, St Conrad of Parzham. St Conrad is probably not so well know in Ireland however his life and ministry is truly inspirational. He spent over 40 years opening the door to those who called to the Friary. Below is more detail…