One of a pair…
A nice article published by the Conference for Religious in the UK on the life and ministry of Brother Jude McKenna OFMCap and his twin brother Brian, also a Capuchin Friar. Jude recently received an award from the Japanese Government for his services to Judo. Thanks to the Conference for Religious in the UK for…
Novena to St Clare of Assisi
Today begins the nine days of prayer (novena) leading to the feast of Saint Clare of Assisi. This Novena prayer is used by the Poor Clare’s and they invite you to join with them over the coming days. Happy feast of Our Lady of the Angels! We begin the novena to St. Clare today,…
Some images Chapter 2019
Chapter 2019 was a grace-filled time for all of us. It was a time of prayer and discussion that had a palpable fraternal atmosphere, and we are thankful to all involved for creating that. Here are some images of the week that capture a little of that atmosphere. Enjoy!
New Provincial and Council Elected
We are delighted to introduce our new Provincial Minister and Provincial Council. Pictured here with Brother Roberto Genuin (General Minister) and Brother Pio Murat (General Councillor). We wish our brothers well in this important ministry. Provincial Minister: Brother Seán Kelly OFM Cap. Vicar Provincial: Brother Richard Hendrick OFM Cap. Brother Seán Donohoe OFM Cap. Brother…
Happy birthday to us!
3rd July was the day in 1528 when Pope Clement VII approved the Capuchin Franciscan Order with the Papal Bull “Religionis Zelus” (the Zeal of Religion). Let us pray for the Capuchin Order on this day that the friars may continue to be faithful to the Capuchin charism and continue their witness to Christ according…
Padre Pio and the Sacred Heart
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart. St Pio had a strong devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and everyday prayed the ‘Efficacious Novena to the Sacred Heart’ for the many hundreds of people who asked him for prayer. But why the heart? Well, for centuries the heart has been the symbol…
Fr Jude “Judo” McKenna honoured by the Japaneese Government
Our own Fr. Jude McKenna, the inspiration and guiding light behind our Sables Nua Judo Club was honoured by the Japanese Government for his service to Judo and to the people of Zambia generally. At a most impressive ceremony in the Japanese Ambassador’s Residence in Dublin Fr. Jude was conferred with the Award of the…
Statement from the Irish Capuchin Friars – 10 June 2019
In response to the homily by Fr. Tom Forde, OFM,Cap on Pentecost Sunday Vigil Mass in Kilkenny, we wish to state the following: This homily, which had been published as a blog is no longer posted online. On reflection Fr Tom removed the blog as it was not his intention to cause hurt to anyone….
Pentecost Novena to the Holy Spirit – Day 9
Pentecost Novena Day 9: Today we meditate upon the Holy Spirit as the Love of the Father and the Son. Veni Sancte Spiritus! Love of the Father, Love of God the Son, from whom all came, in whom was all begun; who formest heavenly beauty out of strife, creation’s whole desire and breath of life:…
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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 B...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Just a taste of some of the amazingly creative work under way at Ards Friary Centre for the Care of Creation. Congratulations to Br Ade and all the team at Ards. If you have a chance to visit that part of Donegal, Ards is not to be missed with it's stunning beaches, woodland walks, walled garden, working farm, stunning scenery and the best coffee and cakes in Donegal. You'll be assured of a very warm céad mile fáilte. Why not visit their website for more information and to find out how you can support the work of Ards Friary Centre for the Care of Creation: www.ardsfriary.ie ... See MoreSee Less
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This weekend's Gospel reflection thanks to Br Silvester O'Flynn OFM Cap:
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Today’s Gospel is about understanding the positive meaning of the commandments. At the time of Jesus, the Scribes and Pharisees were the dominating legalists. On the one hand they brought in m...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Look out for our two pager in the Irish Catholic Newspaper's feature on Consecrated Life. Thanks to the the design team in the The Irish Catholic Newspaper for such great work. If this little article raises your interest in Capuchin life, feel free to make contact by emailing: vocations@capuchins.ie ... See MoreSee Less
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With great sadness we announce the death of our Capuchin confrere, Br. Padráig O'Cuill OFM Cap. Br Padráig joined the Capuchin Order in 1957 and was ordained to the Priesthood in 1967. During his years as a Capuchin Friar, Padráig ministered as an Irish language teacher, hospital chaplain and chaplain to Dublin Port and Docks. For many years he served as the Archivist for the Irish Capuchin Province.
Br. Padráig died peacefully in Beaumont Hospital this morning (04/02/2026) following a short illness. Padráig was a kind, helpful and cheerful man who often caused howls of laughter with his quick wit and razor sharp sense of humour. He will be very much missed in the Capuchin Friary Raheny and beyond.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
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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.
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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