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…
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Lord we thank you for the beauty of your Creation. May we always approach it with wonder, awe and respect. #LaudatoSi #stfrancis #capuchin #vocation ... See MoreSee Less
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A busy day around the country for the Friars today. Br Seán and Gofrey on duty at Knock Shrine. Today was also the Brazilian Catholic Community pilgrimage to Knock Shrine accompanied by Br Severino (Dublin) and Br Bernard (Cork).
Br. Antony Kurian concluded the triduum in honour of St Anthony of Padua held in the Capuchin Friary Raheny. Great numbers attended each evening. Br Anthony blesses with the relic of St Anthony of Padua as people.leave the Friary Church. ... See MoreSee Less
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Br. Bryan Shortall OFM Cap blessing the lilies on the feast of St Anthony in Merchant's Quay Church Dublin. Bryan was the main preacher at this year's novena. ... See MoreSee Less
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Today is the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. A beautiful feast in the liturgical calendar. A day for us to emerse ourselves in the burning Love of God manifest in the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The Love we receive from God we, in turn, are called to radiate into the world. The eternal cry of the soul is simple and heartfelt: O Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place ALL my trust in you. (Picture: Stained glass image of the Sacred Heart, Capuchin Friary, Church Street, Dublin 7) ... See MoreSee Less
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The harvest is rich, the labourers are few (Matthew 9:36-10:8)
Today we return to Matthew’s Gospel which is constructed around five great sermons. Firstly, the Sermon on the Mount outlined the masterplan of the kingdom of God. Today’s Reading is from the second sermon, which is the instruction of the apostles.
Jesus always urged us to see what is good in people rather than what is bad. “Blessed are the pure in heart they shall see God.”
Jesus practised what he preached. He had an extraordinary ability, the eye of an artist, to see potential in unlikely people. By the grace of God, Simon Peter, a man with a fiery temper, who once pulled out a sword to slice off the ear of a soldier, was chosen to be the first pope. The brothers, James and John, were known as the Sons of Thunder. Once, they offered to call down fire on a Samaritan town which rejected Jesus. The cheek of these brothers! They did not ask Jesus to call down the fire but they would do it! Yet Jesus saw their potential. James became the first of the apostles to be martyred. John lived longer than the others and became the contemplative who inspired the Gospel of John and other writings. Simon, a nationalist zealot, learned how to work with Matthew, who collected taxes for the despised Romans. An unlikely team became wonderful missionaries.
A motto in advertising is to think globally but act locally. The missionary strategy of Jesus was to work with the small group in the limited area of Galilee and Judea. The mission would extend worldwide after Pentecost.
The harvest is rich, the labourers are few
I was ordained a priest sixty years ago. The first Sunday I faced a congregation, the Gospel was the one we have today. Jesus felt sorry for the congregation because “They were harassed and dejected, like sheep without a shepherd.” I can still remember a strange feeling when I looked at the congregation. Would my life be for people who are harassed and rejected? “The harvest is rich but the labourers are few.” And we are ageing. Pray earnestly for vocations to the priesthood.
Christ is counting on you (Cursillo motto)
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The Friars in the Capuchin Friary Raheny (D05T9E4
) host the annual triduum in honour of St Anthony of Padua and SFO retreat beginning tomorrow evening (11th of June) at 7pm. The main celebrant and preacher this year is Br. Antony Kurian OFM Cap. Br. Antony is the Vicar in Church Street, Vocations Promotor and Co-Mission Secretary. Originally from Kerala in India, Br Antony was ordained a Priest for the Irish Province in 2025. Blessing of lilies on the last night and blessing with the relics of St Anthony and the Franciscan Saints each night. Parking and seats are limited so come early! ... See MoreSee Less
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Three Capuchins taking a cappuccino break in Ards! The Wild Garden Cafe is now open daily for the best coffee and cakes for miles. #ardsfriary #ArdsFriaryBeach #ardsfriarywalk #ardsfriarytrail ... See MoreSee Less
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Wishing Br Terence a very happy birthday today. He's 70 plus 10 years old. God bless from all the Friars. ... See MoreSee Less
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