Trinity Sunday Gospel Reflection
A God of Relationships About seventy years ago, the famous theologian, Karl Rahner, remarked that if the doctrine of the Blessed Trinity was removed, it would make virtually no difference to the majority of Christians. However, things have changed somewhat since then. The Charismatic Renewal awakened awareness of the Holy Spirit in our lives. The…
Capuchin Connection: Updates and News from around the Irish Province
A Warm Fraternal Welcome: A word of welcome to Brother Thomas and Brother Suneesh who arrived in Ireland on the 25th of April as part of our International Fraternal Collaboration with the Capuchin Provinces in Kerala, India. This important programme allows overseas Friars come to Ireland to live and work to help build and sustain…
Capuchin Friary Raheny acknowledged for biodiveristy efforts
The Capuchin Friary in Raheny has been acknowledged for their efforts to promote and sustain biodiversity on the Friary grounds. A green plaque was presented by Raheny Tidy Village Group which will be displayed at the entrance to the grounds. The plaque has a QR code which provides some information on the Friary’s history and…
Gospel Reflection for Easter Sunday
Wishing you all every blessing this Easter Season. Alleluia! Alleluia! https://www.capuchinfranciscans.ie/reflection/easter-gospel-reflection/
Palm Sunday Reflection
Follow this link to access our weekly Gospel Reflections: https://www.capuchinfranciscans.ie/reflection/palm-sunday/
5th Sunday of Lent Gospel Reflection
I am the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:1-45) This Sunday’s Gospel, the raising of Lazarus from the dead, is the third story from John’s Gospel, chosen to cast light on the meaning of baptism.First, at the well in Samaria, Jesus offered a sinful woman a living water which would quench many forms of thirst:…
Consider Consecrated Life as a Capuchin Friar
A sincere word of thanks to the Irish Catholic Newspaper for their two page feature on the Irish Capuchins as part of a special edition on Consecrated Life. Called to a life of Prayer and Service as Brothers of St Francis of Assisi We are the Irish Capuchin Franciscan Friars and we have been ministering…
Some lovely photos from yesterday's fayre and blessing of the newly renovated 'Peacemakers Chapel' in Ards Friary : Centre for the Care of Creation. Congratulations to all involved. More information on the great work is available on www.ardsfriary.ie ... See MoreSee Less
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Some beautiful images from the Grotto Mass in Priorswood Parish today. Congratulations to all involved in this lovely event. ... See MoreSee Less
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Blessings to all in Priorswood Parish as they celebrate Mass at the Grotto at 11.30am to.mark.the end of May, the month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. All are welcome. ... See MoreSee Less
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Best wishes to all at Ards Capuchin Friary: A Centre for the Care of Creation in Donegal as they host their fayre on Bank Holiday Monday. Visit www.ardsfriary.ie for more information ... See MoreSee Less
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Br Patrick Mulligan (we celebrates 60 years as a Capuchin this year) is a lifelong Arsenal fan and is praying for a positive outcome in the Champions League final today. He's sporting his special Arsenal jersey today. ... See MoreSee Less
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This weekend we celebrate The Sunday of the Most Holy Trinity (Trinity Sunday). The Trinity reveals to us that God is Relationship with a capital R. Thanks to Br. Silvester for this thoughtful reflection on this weekend's Gospel:
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Want to know more about St Francis in this special jubilee year ? Tune into our podcasts for some meditations, prayer and reflections on the life of St Francis.
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One of the key aspects of our Capuchin fraternal life, no matter how long we have been living it, is taking the opportunity to spend time with each other. Br Jude and Br Michael enjoying the sun and a chat today in our Friary in Raheny. ... See MoreSee Less
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New banners are on the way to our Friary churches in Ireland with comprehensive information about the Plenary Indulgence available in this special year of St Francis of Assisi as we mark 800 years since his death in 1226. ... See MoreSee Less
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