The Capuchin Franciscan Friars of Ireland are a branch of the First Order of Friars Minor, founded in Italy by St. Francis of Assisi in 1209.
We came to Ireland in the 17th century and have worked for and with the Irish people ever since.
Who We Are:
"The Lord gave me some brothers." This is the simple way in which St. Francis chose to describe the beginning of his Order. The men who followed his way of life were not to be 'followers' nor 'disciples', but brothers.
A very
historical gathering of Franciscan Friars took place last week in Assisi.To understand its significance, one has to
look back to the last time there was a “Chapter of Mats” of the whole
Franciscan Order.St. Francis of Assisi called one in May
1221.
About 5,000
friars gathered at St. Mary of the Angels, the Porziuncola and they
constructed little huts and slept on mats all around the Porziuncola where they
met and prayed.
The RDS (Royal Dublin Society) honours Bro Kevin for his "commitment to relieving the hardship faced by homeless people, struggling families and others"....so we congratulate Bro Kevin and his army of volunteers
for their work in Bow street Dublin 7.
Prayerful good wishes to Terrance Harrington and all the friars in New Zealand as they elect leaders and "Launch Out Into The Deep"
Br. Donal Sweeney has been appointed to Árd Mhuire Friary, Donegal.
Br. Des McNaboe is appointed to Church Street.
Our very best to all them.
Well done to Fr. Francis Cotter OFM who gave a brilliant and enthusic presentation to the friars in Church St. "The Gospel Of Grace".
Upcoming Events
27th June: Br.Stephens ordination takes place on in the Pro-Cathedral.
28th June: SFO Pilgrimage to Knock
21st July: Annual Reunion of the friars
6th-11th Aug: Zambian Chapter
We Welcome Donal back to Cork where he is convelesing, wishing hims a speedy recovery.
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The Capuchin Franciscan Friars of Ireland are a branch of the First Order of Friars Minor, founded in Italy by St. Francis of Assisi in 1209.
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