The International Capuchin Fraternity in Kilkenny
This year saw a new departure for our Friary in Kilkenny. It has been designated as one of a small number of ‘International Fraternities’ by our General Minister, Brother Mauro. What does this mean? Well, in simple terms it means that the fraternity in Kilkenny has been strengthened and enhanced by Friars from other European…
EWTN in Ard Mhuire Retreat Centre
Last week the community of Ard Mhuire were delighted to welcome scripture scholar Frances Hogan along with an film crew from EWTN who came to record a five day scriptural retreat due to be broadcast later this year. Set on over 250 acres of woodland with its own beeches and coves, Ards is…
Feast of St Francis
Yesterday the Feast of St Francis was celebrated around the world. Even after almost 800 years, this man continues to ignite imaginations and stir the spirits of all who come into contact with him. His approach to serving the poor in humility and faith was both counter-cultural and revolutionary. We pray that the example…
Remembering our deceased Capuchin Brothers
Today in the Capuchin world we remember our deceased brothers, sisters, benefactors, relatives and friends. We pray in thanksgiving for those gone before us and we remember the contribution they made to brining the Message of Christ to the world. May they rest in peace.
President Higgins attends prayer service in Church St
Yesterday (Sunday 15th of May 2016) President Michael D. Higgins and his wife, Sabina, attended a prayer service to commemorate James Connolly in St Mary of the Angels, Church St. The President joined members of the Connolly family, as well as representatives from SIPTU and…
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…
You can look back at our 'Mass for the Care of Creation' from St Mary of the Angels, Church Street:
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Join us this evening in St Mary of the Angels, Church Street, Dublin 7 as we celebrate 'A Mass for the Care of Creation' as part of the three nights for St Francis's feast day in Dublin city. The Mass can be live streamed from 7.30pm on
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The main celebrant is Capuchin Provincial Minister, Br Richard Hendrick OFM Cap. The Mass will be attended by the Italain Ambassador to Ireland and the Italian Minister for Health who will share a greeting from the Italian Government.
Tomorrow evening we gather at 7.30pm in the Church of Adam and Eve, Merchant's Quay Dublin where the OFM Friars host a blessing of the City.
On Saturday, 03 October, we gather for the Transitus of St Francis with the Conventual Franciscan Friars in Fairview. The transitus begins at 7.30pm.
All are welcome to join us as we prepare for the feast of St Francis on the occassion of the 800th anniversary of his death in 1226. ... See MoreSee Less
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Some images from the wonderful Franciscan Family Day in Multyfarnham Franciscan Friary today. This occassion was organised as part of the jubilee celebrations for St Francis 1226 - 2026. The day was filled with prayer, conversation, togetherness and joy. A sincere word of thanks to all involved in organising the day. ... See MoreSee Less
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A quick look back at the last night of the Padre Pio triduum in Church Street. St Mary of the Angels, Church Street is the home of the National Shrine of St Pio and the Padre Pio Office. ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you to all who came to the Padre Pio Triduum in Church Street over the last three nights. Our Provincial Minister, Br Richard, was main celebrant for the final night. In his homily, Br Richard reminded us that Padre Pio was a minister of God's mercy, compassion and love. Thanks to all involved in the triduum. St Pio, pray for us. ... See MoreSee Less
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Tomorrow we celebrate the feast day of St Pio (Padre Pio) in Dublin, Cork and Donegal. ... See MoreSee Less
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Padre Pio triduum in Ards Friary. All are welcome. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our Vocations Director Br Martin takes a moment to reflect on his vocation at the Padre Pio pilgrimage in Knock Shrine. This image really sums up Capuchin Franciscan life: Brothers together gathered around the Altar, turning to Christ, the centre of our Capuchin life. You can find out more about the Capuchin way of life, the life lived by St Pio, on our website: www.capuchinfranciscans.ie ... See MoreSee Less
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A wonderful look back at the Padre Pio pilgrimage to Knock thanks to the talents of Br Godfrey. #knockshrine #padrepio ... See MoreSee Less
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