Blessings on the feast of Our Lady of Knock
Wednesday, 17 August 2016 oday we mark the feast of Our Lady of Knock. An extraordinary apparition in many ways because of it’s silent nature. A true sign of God’s presence felt in the ‘gentle breeze’. St Francis of Assisi had a special love for Our Lady. He was greatly inspired by her ‘yes’. Not…
Greetings from our Vocation Promoter
Thursday, 04 August 2016 Over 800 years ago, Saint Francis of Assisi began to answer a question. The question: ‘Who are you Lord and who am I?’ The answer: to live a life centred on Christ. That is a radical life of minority, prayer and service that changed the world forever; the effects of which…
World Youth Day: Faith in Action
It’s 10am on a Saturday morning and it’s already nearly 15 degrees. Dublin city centre is alive with tourists, commuters and shoppers going about their business. In a small corner of Smithfield stands St Paul’s Church, Arron Quay. Closed for many years it is now a centre for evangelisation in the Dublin Archdiocese. It serves…
Some Really good News!!!
Tuesday 17th May 2016 We are very pleased to announced that our three Postulants have been accepted to Noviciate beginning in Kilkenny this September. Ade Green (Province of Great Britain), John Doone and CJ O’Dwyer (Both for the Irish Province) have been with us as Postulants since September 2015. In that time they have come…
Site for Priorswood Pastoral Centre is blessed
Monday, 16 May 2016 What a fantastic day for Priorswood! Our parishioners gathered together for Concelebrated Mass before Fr. Jack Twomey blessed the site for our new Parish Pastoral Centre today. Representatives from all ages helped to “turn the sod” followed by refreshments served in the Church grounds. This Centre is for you all and…
New Documentary on the Capuchins and 1916
This is just to briefly let you know that Voices 16 – Rising, a BBC documentary, which was filmed at the end of last year in Church Street, will be shown on BBC
Full text of Brother Adrian Curran’s (Provincial Minister) Homily in Holy Trinity
Brother Adrian’s Homily for the Mass for Peace and Reconciliation in Holy Trinity Church Cork
Watch the Easter Ceremonies from Church St. celebrating 400 years of Capuchin Life in Ireland
For the next 7 days you can watch the Easter Vigil, televised throughout Ireland,
Easter Ceremonies and Cultural Events in Church St and Halston St Holy Week 2016
Schedule of Easter Ceremonies Church St. and Halston St. Dublin 7 Holy Thursday: Evening Mass of the Lord’s
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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