New Padre Pio Website – www.padrepio.ie
We are delighted to announce the launch of the new website for the Irish Centre of Padre Pio & The National Shrine of St Pio in Church Street Dublin, Ireland. Sincere thanks to the team at ACTON BV for their work in designing and developing the website. Thanks to Michael McCabe (Manager of the Irish…
Feast of St Pio
On the 23rd of September, the Church celebrates the feast of St Pio, better known by many simply as ‘Padre Pio’. The National Shrine of St Pio in Ireland is located at the Capuchin Church of St Mary of the Angel’s, Church Street, Dublin. Usually, the church is packed to capacity over the three nights…
Celebrating the Gift of Grandparents – 24/25 July 2021
Pope Francis has encouraged all parishes around the world to celebrate the gift of grandparents and the elderly this coming weekend. You are most welcome to join our Capuchin parishes as they mark the occasion: Halston Street Parish, Dublin 7 will have a special blessing of grandparents at Mass on Saturday (6pm) and Sunday (12pm)….
Br Donatus McNamara RIP
We regret to announce the death of our Capuchin brother Donatus McNamara. Donatus died today at the hospital run by the Assisi Sisters in Makeni, Zambia. May he rest in peace. Amen. The following is the announcement from Br Paul Murphy OFM Cap. (Secretary of the Irish Province): Br Donatus was born at Glin, Co….
Funeral Mass for Br Matthew Gormley OFM Cap.
Brother Matthew Gormley’s funeral takes place this morning (25th of June 2021) in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Here is the link to watch the Mass at 9.45am Irish time : https://youtu.be/iT6GgtLbH3g We regret to inform you that our Brother, Matthew Gormley, died early this morning at St George’s Hospital, Gqeberta, Port Elizabeth, Custody of South…
Free Event: Living with grief amidst a global pandemic
This online seminar explores the complexities of living with grief during a pandemic. Information will be provided on the grief process and the range of supports available in the Dublin region.
St Francis and the Eucharist
Blessings on this great feast of Corpus Christi ! In 2012 we published a series of short reflections on St Francis and the Eucharist on our Vocations Blog in time for the International Eucharistic Congress held in Dublin. Below are those reflections. May the Body and Blood of Christ brings us to everlasting life. Amen….
Opening the Door to Christ – St Conrad of Parzham
Today (21 April 2021) we mark the feast of one of our Capuchin brothers, St Conrad of Parzham. St Conrad is probably not so well know in Ireland however his life and ministry is truly inspirational. He spent over 40 years opening the door to those who called to the Friary. Below is more detail…
Interview with Brother Kevin on Vatican News
Brother Kevin reflects on the Pope’s visit to the Capuchin Day Centre as well as how COVID has impacted those who attend the centre. You can listen to the full interview here: Brother Kevin Interview with Vatican News
Details of how St Francis of Assisi Priorswood are celebrating the Feast of St Francis. Jubilee Mass on Sunday at 11.30am celebrated by the Archbishop of Dublin, Dermot Farrell. ... See MoreSee Less
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We gathered this evening in the beautiful setting of the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Merchant's Quay for the second night of three in honour of the 800th anniversary of St Francis death in 1226.
The evening began with a pilgrim walk from St Mary of the Angels, Church Street to Merchant's Quay to bring the image of St Francis and our peace candle. These symbols are a focal point for each celebration. It was a powerful experience to walk silently through the streets of Dublin in the pouring rain. Many people stopped on their way to bless themselves, pause a moment or to take a photo of the fifty strong pilgrim group.
Inside the church at Merchant's Quay, we heard readings from the life of St Francis interspersed with beautiful music and song. The ceremony came to a conclusion with the blessing of Dublin City echoing the way in which St Francis blessed Assisi before he died.
A truly blessed evening in so many ways. Thanks to all involved. ... See MoreSee Less
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Thanks to all who joined us in St Mary of the Angels, Church Street for the Mass for the Care of Creation last evening. This was the first night of three nights for St Francis in Dublin City Centre. We were honoured to welcome the Italian Ambassador to Ireland as well as the Italian Minister for Health to Church Street for the celebration. Minister, Professor Orazio Schillaci, spoke of the enduring importance of St Francis in Italian life and culture as well as the deep friendship between Ireland and Italy.
Principal celebrant: Br Richard Hendrick OFM Cap (Provincial Minister).
Homilist: Br. Martin Bennett OFM Cap (Provincial Vicar).
Principal concelebrant: Br Kevin Kiernan OFM Cap (Guardian, Church Street Friary).
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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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