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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:…
Padre Pio triduum in Ards Friary. All are welcome. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our Vocations Director Br Martin takes a moment to reflect on his vocation at the Padre Pio pilgrimage in Knock Shrine. This image really sums up Capuchin Franciscan life: Brothers together gathered around the Altar, turning to Christ, the centre of our Capuchin life. You can find out more about the Capuchin way of life, the life lived by St Pio, on our website: www.capuchinfranciscans.ie ... See MoreSee Less
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A wonderful look back at the Padre Pio pilgrimage to Knock thanks to the talents of Br Godfrey. #knockshrine #padrepio ... See MoreSee Less
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Upcoming Padre Pio events in Dublin and Cork. All are welcome. ... See MoreSee Less
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We have a busy few days ahead as we prepare for the upcoming feast of Padre Pio on the 23rd of September:
Sunday, 20th September: The annual Padre Pio pilgrimage to Knock Shrine in Co Mayo.
Mon 21st to Wed 23rd: Many Padre Pio events taking place around the country including the three days of prayer in St Mary of the Angels Church Street Dublin 7 & Holy Trinity Capuchin Church, Cork City.
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God’s Generosity or Human Envy (Matt 20:1-16)
The parable of the workers in the vineyard reveals the contrast between God’s magnanimous generosity and human envy. There is no question of injustice since every worker got the agreed payment. “Why be envious because I am generous?” The horrible aspect of envy is the negative reaction to some goodness or success that another person enjoys. Envy is a poisonous growth that draws its energy out of something that is good and beautiful. The workers who did only one hour received a full day’s pay. The generosity of the landowner should have been admired rather than becoming the subject of grumbling. Envy is one of the seven deadly sins. It is like a poisoned plant growing out of good soil. The Catechism of the Catholic Church lists some of the poisoned fruits of envy. “From envy are born hatred, detraction, calumny, joy caused by the misfortune of a neighbour, and displeasure caused by his prosperity.” Quite a juicy list of badness! Envy is a root that poisons the mind and heart.
Curing the poison
One cure for envy is to appreciate what we have received and to accept that the good fortune of another person is my good fortune too, since we are all brothers and sisters in God’s family. Another help to counteract envy is to replace boredom with a sense of wonder. Open your eyes and ears to the wonders of God’s generosity. Today’s First Reading tells us to turn our minds to our God who is rich in forgiving: “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, my ways not your ways - it is the Lord who speaks. Yes, the heavens are as high above earth as my thoughts are above your ways, my thoughts above your thoughts.”
Gratitude heals
A lovely way to end each day is to switch off the invasive distractions of television, radio or computer so as to allow yourself the gift of a silent space. Reflect on the day now ending. Focus on the nice moments, some glimpse of beauty in a person, in nature, in some happening. These are gifts from God that often go unnoticed. Focus with gratitude on one gift for each day. Gratitude is one of the most healing powers in life. ... See MoreSee Less
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Friars from across the Northern European Capuchin Conference (CENEC) gathered today in Rochestown Cork to officially reopen the Friary as an English language Novitiate for the Conference. Mass was celebrated by Br Marek (General Councillor) and presided over by Bishop Fintan Gavin, Bishop of Cork. Br Richard Hendrick, Provincial Minister of the Irish Province, delivered the homily. Over 100 people from the locality joined the Mass and many spoke of their joy that the Capuchin Friars have returned to Rochestown after an absence of four years. Congratulations to all involved in today's celebrations. ... See MoreSee Less
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Yesterday we welcomed Br Lasse Rottman (Germany) to the Novitiate in Rochestown, Cork. Br Lasse now begins his Novitiate year. He was clothed in the Capuchin habit by Novice Master, Br Wojciech Glowacki (Poland). This begins a new venture with the opening of the inter-Provincial English speaking Novitiate for Northern Europe.
The ceremony was attended by Friars from Ireland, Great Britain, Germany, Poland Switzerland and Slovakia. At the ceremony, Br Wojciech reminded all presentl that the habit we wear is the habit of St Francis and is a powerful sign to the world that the one who wears it is a person in whom Christ is at work. We are not perfect and our habit is the garment of the penitent who knows their reliance on God's mercy in their lives.
Please keep Br Lasse and the formation team in your prayers. ... See MoreSee Less
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