Capuchin Vocation Promo
What are Vocations? Capuchins are men of varied talents and interests, bound together by the common call to express the Gospel in all its richness. We try to live the life of Jesus after the manner of Saint Francis of Assisi, our founder, who wished us to be called the order of ‘friars minor’ –…
Lord, let me see
In today’s Gospel we hear of the blind man who approaches Jesus and asks Jesus to cure him, if he wants to. Jesus responds beautifully saying ‘of course I want to’. At the end of the Gospel Jesus asks the blind man ‘Do you believe in the Son of Man?’ He replies, ‘If you show…
Prayer for today ..
Today, let us remember in our prayers all those who suffer from Depression, Anxiety or feel Suicidal. We remember the families and friends of those left without somebody very special to them because of Suicide. And we remember those who work professionally or voluntarily in this area Lord, we pray in the words attributed to…
‘Blessed are the Meek, they shall inherit the Earth’ (Matt5:5)
‘Learn from me’ Jesus says, ‘I am meek and humble of heart and you shall find rest for your souls’. This is one of the deepest Beatitudes for me, full of opposites fighting for our attention and support. How can the Meek inherit the Earth? Why should they? Who are they anyway? What have they…
Capuchin Day Centre feeds over 700 people a day
In the middle of Dublin City is a place which aims to serve those living on our streets by providing hot meals, medical services, support and a warm welcome. To find out more about the work of the Capuchin Day Centre for Homeless People visit sour site here.
Franciscan Scholar awarded the St Bonaventure University Prize
Br Bill Short OFM, a renowned Franciscan scholar and author of many important works on the life of St Francis and St Clare, will be honoured at a ceremony in St Bonaventure Franciscan University on 3rd of July 2014.
Rome – for the Canonisations of John XXIII and John Paul II
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Pope and Patriarch
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Conversion…. Rebuilding
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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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Archbishop Dermot Farrell, Archbishop of Dublin, with Fr Richard Hendrick OFMCap and Archbishop Eamon Martin, Archbishop of Armagh. Best wishes to Fr Richard, who has been elected Provincial Minister of the Irish Capuchin Province. He is Parish Priest of Halston Street in Dublin.
(Photo by John McElroy) Report by Archdiocese of Dublin
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