The Capuchin ‘Florence Nightingale’
Today in the Capuchin world we remember our brother Blessed Jeremiah of Wallachia (Romania). He was an ordinary man who lived his vocation in an extraordinary way. Our Capuchin brothers in Korea have published an excellent reflection on his life and ministry. One of the many phrases Jeremiah often said was “When you have some…
Padre Pio Mass, Church Street, Dublin 7
Padre Pio Mass in St. Mary of the Angels, Capuchin Friary, Church St on Thursday April 25th. Confessions from 7.00 p.m. till 7.25 p.m. Mass at 7.30 p.m. and blessing with the relic after Mass… All Welcome…
Easter blessings
We wish you all a blessed Easter and pray that the Risen Lord with continue to open our hearts to the wonder of his presence in our lives and world.
Way of the Cross Meditations
Each year Pope Francis leads the way of the Cross – Via Crucis – in Rome. This is an opportunity for Pope Francis to pray with the people of Rome as their Bishop and the people of the world as their Pope. Rome Reports have kindly produced the full text of the Way of the Cross Meditations…
Easter Schedules in our Friaries
Ard Mhuire Friary, Creeslough, Co Donegal The community of the Capuchin Friars at Ard Mhuire invite you to join with them for the Ceremonies of Holy Week Holy (Maundy) Thursday: 9am: Morning Prayer (Lauds) Friary Oratory 7: 30pm: Mass of the Lord’s Supper with procession to the Altar of Repose and Adoration of the Most…
Capuchin Day Centre to help with building of homes for the homeless
Brother Kevin Crowley has announced that the Capuchin Day Centre for Homeless People will donate five million euro to the Peter McVerry Trust to aim the building of 25 homes for homesless families. You can read more on this RTE report : https://www.rte.ie/news/dublin/2019/0408/1041277-capuchin-housing/
Papal Exhortation on Youth, Faith and Vocational Discernment
Following on from the Synod on Youth, Faith and Vocational Discernment, Pope Francis has issued his Papal Exhortation entitled ‘Cristus Vivit‘ – Christ is Alive! In the document the Pope reflects on the Synod and calls on young people to be courageous in responding to God’s call and mission for them. You can read the…
Beannachtaí na Lá Féile Pádraig Oraibh.
As we celebrate the feast of our national saint, let us remember all those who suffer in our land today. Let us also remember those who have left our shores to make a new life. We pray too for those we welcome to our country who also come here to safety, security and hope…
Happy Anniversary Pope Francis
We join the World today as we pray in thanksgiving for the gift of Pope Francis. Here in Ireland we rememory with great his visit to us last summer and of course his visit to meet the poor at the Capuchin Day Centre for Homeless People in Dublin. Pope Francis is a man of prayer…
Our prayer to the Sacred Heart for Vocations. The beautiful image of the heart of love was painted by the incredible American artist, Ida Woll. The Heart of Jesus burns with love and, in turn, calls us to live lives of burning love. vocations@capuchins.ie ... See MoreSee Less
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This Sunday is Franciscan Sunday at Knock Shrine: www.capuchinfranciscans.ie/franciscan-sunday-2025-knock-shrine/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Why not take a few moments to rest in the Word of God with our 'Sunday Reflection' thanks to Br Silvester O'Flynn?
www.capuchinfranciscans.ie/reflection/sts-peter-paul/
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We pray for peace in the Middle East and an end to violence. Lord make us instruments of your peace. St Francis, Patron of Peace: Pray for all who suffer because of war. ... See MoreSee Less
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Blessings on the feast of St Anthony of Padua!
Feast of our brother St. Anthony of Padua today!
Known as the "Good Doctor" for his immense wisdom and learning he was an indefatigable preacher and teacher of the Gospel and the first teacher of theology to the Friars from amongst their own number.
Known for the immense number of miracles worked during his life he was granted the title of Thaumaturge or Wonderworker. He also worked tirelessly on behalf of the poor and opposed corruption wherever he found it. His last years were spent living as a hermit (in a treehouse!) and teaching the brothers. He is the patron of the poor, of children and pregnant women and of preachers and teachers, and is invoked to find that which is lost and, above all, of miracles!
He is one of our truly extraordinary brothers and one of my own special spiritual teachers and friends. We entrust ourselves to his prayers this day and always +
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(Photos include wonderful the cross St. Anthony burned into the wall of the Cathedral in Lisbon with his finger when only 12 years old in order to repel a temptation of the devil to leave his studies to become a priest, his shrine in some of our churches, his blessing and his relics preserved in Padua.)
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Glorious St. Anthony, I salute thee as a good servant of Christ, and a special friend of God. You once were favored to hold the Christ Child in your arms as you cherished His Word in your heart.
Today I place all my cares, temptations, and anxieties in your hands. I resolve ever to honor you by imitating your example.
Powerful patron, model of Purity, please win for me, and for all devoted to thee, perfect purity of body, mind, and heart I promise by my example and counsel to help others to the knowledge, love, and service of God. Amen.
The creator of the heavens obeys a carpenter; the God of eternal glory listens to a poor virgin. Has anyone ever witnessed anything comparable to this?" .
"The birds are the saints, who fly to heaven on the wings of contemplation, who are so removed from the world that they have no business on earth. They do not labour, but by contemplation alone they already live in heaven." ~ St Anthony of Padua
The relics of St. Anthony of Padua (of Lisbon originally) exposed for veneration. A detail of them that always makes my heart ache is that upon forensic examination of his bones it was found that his foot bones were worn almost away due to the countless miles he walked to preach the Gospel and serve the poor... Miraculously, his tongue and vocal cords have remained incorrupt to this day.
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Great news from Zambia! Six of our brothers will make perpetual profession on the 2nd of August. Please keep them in your prayers. ... See MoreSee Less
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This weekend's Gospel reflection thanks to Br Silvester O'Flynn OFM Cap:
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Trinity Sunday 2025 - Capuchin Franciscans | Ireland
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Anthony De Mello was a writer with a great gift of simplifying deep truths. He wrote that theology is the ability to tell stories about God: and prayer is knowing that you are part of the story.1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Dr Liam Temple works on Capuchin Franciscan research in the University of Durham. Here is an insightful video on who we Capuchins are. Enjoy. For more information on our way of life email: vocations@capuchins.ie ... See MoreSee Less
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A lovely behind the scenes look at our Chapter last week. Thanks to Br Antony Bibin Kurian for putting this together. For more information on our way of life email: vocations@capuchins.ie ... See MoreSee Less
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