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Foundational Leadership Programme for Young Adults
The Foundational Leadership Programme (FLP) returns this October. We Capuchin Friars are delighted to have been involved with this programme since its inception. Brother Martin Bennett OFM Cap. is the Co-Director of the programme and Brothers Richard Hendrick & Philip Baxter have been regular lecturers. Check out the promo video and meet some of the…
Upcoming Padre Pio Masses
We celebrate the Feast of St Pio of Pietrelcina on Monday 23rd of September. In advance of this, some of our Friars are leading Padre Pio Masses around the country. Here are some of the details: Padre Pio Mass. Church of St John the Evangelist, Ballinteer, Dublin – Thursday 20thSeptember. Mass at 7.30pm followed by…
Marking one year since the visit of Pope Francis to the Capuchin Day Centre
Brother Kevin and Archbishop Martin today celebrated the first anniversary of Pope Francis’ visit to the centre with a lovely prayer service followed by a full Irish Breakfast for all!
The candles are lit for all Leaving Cert Students
Ireland has a great tradition of lighting candles for special occasions – weddings, job interviews, for the sick and of course for good exam results. Over 50,000 young people will receive their Leaving Certificate results tomorrow and the pathways they follow will take them in many and varied directions. Tonight we pray for them, for…
St Clare of Assisi – Patron Saint of Television
Today is the feast of St Clare of Assisi although this year it’s not celebrated on the date as it falls on a Sunday. Clare died in 1253 and left behind her a legacy that burns brightly to this day – The Poor Clare Nuns and Sisters. Clare’s life was centred on radical poverty and…
Padre Pio Weekend – Knock
Padre Pio Weekend in Knock Rooms are available for the St Padre Pio weekend in the Knock House Hotel (Sat night, Sept 21st Dinner, Bed, and Breakfast) Please contact the Office for details and bookings. 01 9025282 or padrepiocentre@capuchins.irl.com €78.00 pps. €98.00 single
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,…
Read the latest news and updates from around the Irish Capuchin Province with our latest (an first on-line) issue of Capuchin Connection. Let us know what you think:
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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 Pro...2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Reflecting on the road to Emmaus:
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Emmaus and Eucharist (Luke 24:13-35)There are ten meals in Luke’s Gospel, each one with an important message. Today we shall ponder on the meal that the Risen Lord shared with two travellers on the ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Great news! Ards Friary Centre for the Care of Creation have just launched their newly designed newsletter, and it's fantastic! You can read it here from their website and while you're on the site, why not take a look around at the amazing work done there (and maybe even consider supporting their work in some way):
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Newsletter Welcome to our newsletter. Keep up-to-date by joining our mailing list to hear the latest news from the Friary. The Primrose Edition Spring 2026 View now Other publications Trees of Ards Th...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The Capuchin Friary Raheny was presented with a 'Biodiversity Corridor' plaque in acknowledgement of their efforts to promote and sustain biodiversity. Read the full story here:
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Consider life as a Capuchin Franciscan Friar working and ministering in Ireland:
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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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