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Irish Capuchin Franciscans
2 days ago
Irish Capuchin Franciscans

Some photos from the recent tree planting and blessing in Ards Friary Centre for the Care of Creation to remember and honour those who have gone before us. Also a lovely testimony from one of our guests:

"The trip to the Friary helps to reconnect us to our faith, to nature, and to the faith of our parents. Something that sometimes has slipped. We talked a lot afterwards about the comfort of saying the rosary and lighting candles as blessings and to accompany prayers. The trip to the Friary really was a threshold back into the peaceful practices from our childhood for many of us. And it reminded us that meditation was used by our parents and forefathers long before we were calling it meditation."

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Some photos from the recent tree planting and blessing in Ards Friary Centre for the Care of Creation to remember and honour those who have gone before us. Also a lovely testimony from one of our guests: The trip to the Friary helps to reconnect us to our faith, to nature, and to the faith of our parents. Something that sometimes has slipped. We talked a lot afterwards about the comfort of saying the rosary and lighting candles as blessings and to accompany prayers. The trip to the Friary really was a threshold back into the peaceful practices from our childhood for many of us. And it reminded us that meditation was used by our parents and forefathers long before we were calling it meditation. For more information on Ards, please visit www.ardsfriary.ieImage attachmentImage attachment
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Irish Capuchin Franciscans
3 days ago
Irish Capuchin Franciscans

It was with great sadness that the Irish Capuchins heard of the passing to the Lord of Sr. Stanislaus Kennedy earlier today.
As an extraordinary advocate for the homeless, and for all those who suffered from many other kinds of deprivation and social exclusion, Sr. Stan showed the reality of the power of the Gospel to bring liberation and new life to all when lived with authenticity and grace. She was a great friend and collaborator of many of the Capuchin friars, such as the late Br. Kevin Crowley and our current provincial minister Br. Richard, and her contribution to the life and ministry of the Church in Ireland will be missed greatly.
We trust that her legacy will continue in Focus, the Sanctuary Centre, and in the many other initiatives and programs she founded. We offer our sincerest condolences and prayers to the Irish Sisters of Charity, to her family, and to her many, many friends and colleagues.
May she rest in peace and rise in glory.
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It was with great sadness that the Irish Capuchins heard of the passing to the Lord of Sr. Stanislaus Kennedy earlier today. As an extraordinary advocate for the homeless, and for all those who suffered from many other kinds of deprivation and social exclusion, Sr. Stan showed the reality of the power of the Gospel to bring liberation and new life to all when lived with authenticity and grace. She was a great friend and collaborator of many of the Capuchin friars, such as the late Br. Kevin Crowley and our current provincial minister Br. Richard, and her contribution to the life and ministry of the Church in Ireland will be missed greatly. We trust that her legacy will continue in Focus, the Sanctuary Centre, and in the many other initiatives and programs she founded. We offer our sincerest condolences and prayers to the Irish Sisters of Charity, to her family, and to her many, many friends and colleagues. May she rest in peace and rise in glory. Ar a dheis Dé go raibh a hAnam dílis
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Irish Capuchin Franciscans
2 weeks ago
Irish Capuchin Franciscans

Our Capuchin confrere, David Couturier, is a well known author and educator in the United States and beyond. He writes insightfully and deals with often difficult to handle social and theological topics in a skillful way. This article is an excellent reflection written to mark the 1700 anniversary of 'The Council of Nicea' from where we get the 'Nicean Creed' recited at Sunday Mass. Read, enjoy, reflect and share:

drive.google.com/file/d/1DaVwWI30ozHpk_qoXWJJ6hMG3ALeZzi5/view?fbclid=IwdGRjcANo1BFjbGNrA2jT-GV4d... ... See MoreSee Less

Our Capuchin confrere, David Couturier, is a well known author and educator in the United States and beyond. He writes insightfully and deals with often difficult to handle social and theological topics in a skillful way. This article is an excellent reflection written to mark the 1700 anniversary of The Council of Nicea from where we get the Nicean Creed recited at Sunday Mass. Read, enjoy, reflect and share: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DaVwWI30ozHpk_qoXWJJ6hMG3ALeZzi5/view?fbclid=IwdGRjcANo1BFjbGNrA2jT-GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEewwpnYOA3VfUU5n2yCkI50z557HHOjEhurNZlR2zbcajKiGXWr-1t5DpX2_8_aem_UWug53P4Up7vz_Ul3d5scA
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Irish Capuchin Franciscans
3 weeks ago
Irish Capuchin Franciscans

Br James Connolly and Br Antony Kurian visiting the Apostolic display in Kilmore diocese on Mission Sunday. The Diocese offers incredible support to Irish foreign missions and Missionaries. Pictured with Fr Jordan MacGabhann of Kilmore Diocese. ... See MoreSee Less

Br James Connolly and Br Antony Kurian visiting the Apostolic display in Kilmore diocese on Mission Sunday. The Diocese offers incredible support to Irish foreign missions and Missionaries. Pictured with Fr Jordan MacGabhann of Kilmore Diocese.Image attachment
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Irish Capuchin Franciscans
3 weeks ago
Irish Capuchin Franciscans

Congratulations to all involved in the annual Padre Pio Mass in Ferns. Thank you for the wonderful welcome. ... See MoreSee Less

Congratulations to all involved in the annual Padre Pio Mass in Ferns. Thank you for the wonderful welcome.Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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Irish Capuchin Franciscans
3 weeks ago
Irish Capuchin Franciscans

This week the Padre Pio Apostolate travels to Ferns for the annual Padre Pio Mass there. In advance, Br. Kevin Kieran gave an interview about Padre Pio and the work of the Apostolate Team on the Simply Divine Programme. Thanks to Patricia McNally and all the team in Ferns. You can listen here: on.soundcloud.com/ZEKKjA842gAc9AZU6N ... See MoreSee Less

This week the Padre Pio Apostolate travels to Ferns for the annual Padre Pio Mass there. In advance, Br. Kevin Kieran gave an interview about Padre Pio and the work of the Apostolate Team on the Simply Divine Programme. Thanks to Patricia McNally and all the team in Ferns. You can listen here: https://on.soundcloud.com/ZEKKjA842gAc9AZU6N
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Irish Capuchin Franciscans
3 weeks ago
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Some amazing images from the final night of the Novena to Our Lady of Aparecida in Capuchin Friary Church Street ... See MoreSee Less

Some amazing images from the final night of the Novena to Our Lady of Aparecida in Capuchin Friary Church StreetImage attachmentImage attachment
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Irish Capuchin Franciscans
3 weeks ago
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Since Sunday the local leaders from Ireland and Great Britain along with the Provincial Leadership Team met in Dromantine Retreat Centre to discuss how we can best work in collaboration while supporting each other as Brothers together in mission. ... See MoreSee Less

Since Sunday the local leaders from Ireland and Great Britain along with the Provincial Leadership Team met in Dromantine Retreat Centre to discuss how we can best work in collaboration while supporting each other as Brothers together in mission.Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment
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