Christmas Schedule in Rochestown
Below is our Christmas schedule for St Francis College Chapel and the Capuchin Friary in Rochestown, Cork.
Capuchin Provincial Minister’s Address on the Occasion of the unveiling of Plaque commemorating Four Courts Garrison,
Today as a plaque was unveiled to commemorate those who fought and died as part of the Four Courts Garrison in the 1916 Rising, Brother Adrian Curran OFM Cap (Provincial Minister of the Irish Capuchin Franciscans) recalled the role played by the Capuchin Friars who ministered to the wounded and dying. Brother Adrian closed…
St Francis and the Blessed Virgin Mary Podcast
Recorded live in the College Chapel of St Francis College Rochestown, Cork, Brother Martin OFM Cap (Vocation Promoter and Chaplain to St Francis College) leads us in a reflection on St Francis and the Blessed Virgin Mary. We hope you enjoy this podcast. https://soundcloud.com/irishcapuchinpodcasts/stfrancisandtheblessedvirginmary2016
Joint statement on the Pearse Surrender Letter
Monday 5th December 2016 Joint statement from Adam’s Auctioneers and Fr Adrian Curran Provincial Minister of the Capuchin Order in Ireland This statement is issued to correct an article which appeared in the Irish Times, Saturday 3rd December. The article was based on a letter sent to the Irish Times by the Provincial Minister on…
People of the Year award for Brother Kevin
Last night at a glitzy event in City West Hotel, Brother Kevin was one of the recipients of the 2016 People of the Year Award. Recognising the contribution of Brother Kevin and the Day Centre for over four decades, Grainne Seoige, host of the event, said ‘Brother Kevin,after 40 years, it’s about time!’ On behalf…
Statement on The Pearse Surrender Letter
The following is a copy of a letter sent by the Provincial Minister to the Irish Times on Nov 30th, only one line of which was quoted by them in an article in the Irish Times today (03 December 2016). They did not publish the letter itself. The main point of the Provincial Minister’s…
Franciscan Prayer Podcast: Episode 1 St Francis and the Franciscan Image of God
Recorded live in the College chapel of St Francis College, Rochestown, Brother Martin Bennett (Vocation Promoter and Chaplain to St Francis College) leads us in the first of four Advent reflections on Franciscan prayer.
Ecology in action at Ard Mhuire
For many years the walled garden at Ard Mhuire was unattended, originally the Kitchen Garden of the Ards Estate the friars now host the Ards Friary Organic Community Garden and Allotments here. Nearly 40 people have taken plots to cultivate, and a program of organic gardening education takes place throughout the year. It is hoped…
Ard Mhuire marks 50 years
Our beautiful friary and retreat centre in Ards is 50 years old! While the Friars were here since the 1930’s, the new house that you see today was opened on the13th of November 1966. This evening at 5:30 we celebrate a Mass to begin a year of thanksgiving for all of the Friars and people who…
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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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The Commandments are guidelines to Virtues (Matt 5:17-37) - Capuchin Franciscans | Ireland
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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