Founded in 1978, the Friary contributes much to the life and spirit of Carlow. Carlow can certainly be said to be a ‘Franciscan Town’ with both the Poor Clare Nuns and The Capuchin Friars in situ.
Introducing Matthew Matthew will provide the Sunday gospel readings this year. There were three stages in the development of each gospel. The foundation was laid in the life and teaching...
Gospel Reflection for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A
Wednesday, 15 January 2020
The Supper of the Lamb “Look, there is the lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world”. With these words John the Baptist identified Jesus as the...
The Crushed Reed and Wavering Flame When Jesus entered the water to be baptised by John the Baptist, John declared that he should be the one baptised by Jesus. Jesus...
Catholic Schools Week (CSW) runs from 26 January until 02 February and this year's theme is a very important and relevant one - Living in Harmony with all God's Creation....
St Michan's Parish, Halston Street is under the pastoral care of the Irish Capuchin Franciscan Friars and is currently looking to recruit a suitably qualified person to fill the role...
For the Feast of the Epiphany today: Magi Take the Magi as your patrons. Pilgrims three and kings they were. Suffered cold and gnawing darkness; Led them almost to despair....
Jesus spent thirty years in family life but only three years in public ministry. A ratio of 10:1, surely a statement of the importance of the family. Actions speak more...
Thank you for your generosity and support to all the Capuchin Friars and Capuchin ministries. May the Lord of all bless you with the gift of his Peace this...
Christmas Reflection from Br Silvester O’Flynn OFM Cap.
Saturday, 21 December 2019
The Reason for the Season is Jesus Have we forgotten why we celebrate Christmas? A friend told me she got a card wishing her a very merry Winter Festival! ...
The Dublin Gospel Choir to put on ‘A Night of Soul’ in aid of the Capuchin Day Centre
Tuesday, 10 December 2019
Our good friends in the Dublin Gospel Choir are hosting 'A Night of Soul' in St Mary of the Angel's Church Street on Sunday 22nd of December 2019 following the...
The Joy of Forgiveness Vengeance is a dirty word, an unhappy state of mind. John the Baptist predicted the axe of vengeance and the fires of wrath. Yet...