Vocation Sunday – 03 May 2020
This coming Sunday is the Day of Prayer for Vocations. This annual event invites us to pray, in a particular way, for vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life. Sunday’s Gospel is the parable of the Good Shepherd and outlines for us the way in which God searches for each of us, calls each of…
Virtual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine
Virtual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine. The Dublin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions. The organisers have designed a virtual pilgrimage to Knock will now take place this Sunday 26th April. Details of how you can take part are outlined below. The programme is as follows: A Virtual Pilgrimage to Knock…
Capuchin Social Theatre
Capuchin Social Theatre is a new initiave of the Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation Office of the Capuchin Curia in Rome. Read more on their web page: http://capsocialtheatre.org/
RTE’s Broadcast Schedule for the Easter Ceremonies
Palm Sunday 5 April 1100-1150 – Mass on Palm Sunday. Rev Professor Michael Mullaney, President of Saint Patrick’s College, Maynooth, celebrates Mass in the Kairos chapel studio, Maynooth, Co Kildare, with music from internationally acclaimed singer, Celine Byrne, accompanied by Ronan Murray. (RTÉ One TV / RTÉ Radio 1 Extra / LW252 /…
On-line Ministry from Irish Capuchin Friars
At the time when movement is limited, our on-line communications have taken on new importance. Some of our Friars are ministering in an active way on social media to help keep people connected. Br Bryan Shortall OFM Cap. (Parish Priest, St Francis of Assisi Parish) – https://www.facebook.com/PriorswoodParish/ Streamed on Facebook Live – Mass 12 Noon (Monday…
The Raising of Lazarus – 5th Sunday in Lent
The Raising of Lazarus The story of the raising of Lazarus from the dead begins with a puzzling situation. When Jesus is told that his friend is seriously ill, he remains distant and aloof. It’s so unlike him. When eventually he goes to the house, Lazarus has died. The sisters Martha and Mary seem to…
Phone a Friar
Do you need to Phone a Friar? For many this time of social isolation may also be a time of heightened anxiety, stress or loneliness. Should you feel the need to chat with someone, perhaps share a moment of prayer and meditation, seek a remembrance in the prayers of our community, or just vent a…
Update on Padre Pio Masses and Prayer Group Meetings
Please Note. Covid -19 Corona Virus Reminder: There is no Padre Pio prayer group in the Capuchin Friary, Church St tomorrow, Thursday, March 19th. We wait for further updates from Govt/CMO/HSE but at this stage it is very unlikely we will go ahead with: Capuchin Friary Church St prayer group at 3.00 p.m. on Thursday,…
Blessings on St Patrick’s Day
Blessings to you on the feast of St Patrick. It’s an usual year for all with parades, gatherings and Masses cancelled. St Patrick was a man of deep faith and that faith was centred on the powerful protection of the Holy Trinity. In this time of worry and social distancing, let us surround ourselves with…










Last year Br Antony Kurian was ordained to the Priesthood for the Irish Capuchin Province. This weekend, The Irish Times Newspaper featured the story of Antony's path to ordination.
We believe the Lord continues to call men to join us as Capuchin Franciscan Friars. It takes certain amount of courage to hear and respond this call in a noisey world however it's a call that can only be answered by you. Contact us for more information on our way of life: vocations@capuchins.ie
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The ordination in Dublin of Br Anthony Kurian was a milestone for the Kerala native, his family and the Capuchin Franciscan Order in Ireland6 CommentsComment on Facebook
As we celebrate a year of St Francis, here is a recent online event that provides an excellent overview of the life and legacy of St Francis of Assisi, 800 years after his death in 1226:
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Yesterday the Capuchin Day Centre distributed 4,000 Christmas vouchers to those in need. A huge work of thanks and congratulations to all invloed in putting this outreach together. And a very special thanks to the donors who make it all possible. Find our more about this work from Br Kevin Kiernan, Capuchin Director of the Day Centre who was interviewed for the RTE Morning Ireland programme:
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Early this morning over 3,000 people queued around Church Street and on to the door of the Capuchin Day Centre on Bow Street. Each waiting to receive a voucher to help them this time of year. Some good reporting on the event. Well done to all involved.
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‘It’s poverty’: Capuchin Christmas food voucher tickets draw ‘longest’ queue in years
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An extra 500 tickets were printed this year after distressing scenes last December when they initially ran out13 CommentsComment on Facebook
Some pictures from today's Christmas Fair in the Priorswood Parish Centre. Thanks to everyone who came along and congratulations to all who organised the event. Even Fr Patrick got a chance to speak to Santa! ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to Fr Bryan Shortall who was installed as Parish Priest of St Michan's Halston Street. Pictured here with Bishop Paul Dempsey, Auxiliary Bishop of Dublin, and Carmel Keogh of the Parish Pastoral Council. We wish the new team in Hal Street every blessing and good wish as they begin their pastoral work together. #capuchinparishes2gether ... See MoreSee Less
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A nice way to pray and prepare this Advent. Follow the link to join the journey:
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Our Sunday reflection thanks to Br. Silvester :
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Jesus Christ, the Universal King (Luke 23:35-43) Today, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, is when we celebrate Jesus Christ, the Universal King. In today’s Gospel, Luke takes us to the foot ...1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Br Antony Bibin Kurian speaking today at the YouthCon2025 event in St Patrick's College Drumcondra on the work of the Capuchin Day Centre for Homeless People. Many congratulations to all involved in the event. ... See MoreSee Less
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