Events organised by the Dominicans

Two Irish Dominican Friars Ordained to the Priesthood

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Sunday last, September 4, saw the ordination to the priesthood of Dominican friars, Anthony Kavanagh and Kellan Scott. A very large number gathered in St Saviour’s, Dublin, for the joyful occasion, with the crowd spilling out into the street. Dominican friars from across Ireland – and beyond – concelebrated the Mass of Ordination, along with priests from the dioceses of Dublin and Meath.

Bishop Tom Deenihan of Meath the ordaining prelate, preached a homily on the importance of generosity, determination, and sacrifice in the life of a priest today. Drawing on the Gospel of the day (Luke 14:25-33), Bishop Deenihan reminded the ordinands that they were called by Christ to take up their crosses, and to willingly and lovingly make sacrifices each day of their priestly lives.

The newly-ordained priests have received their first assignations from the Prior Provincial, Fr John Harris. Fr Kellan will be going to San Clemente, Rome, to complete his studies, and Fr Anthony will begin work as chaplain at Newbridge College.

We ask your prayers for these brothers of ours as they begin their priestly ministry.

Two Dominican Friars Ordained as Deacons in St Saviour’s, Dublin

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On Saturday 5 March in St Saviour’s Church, Dublin, Archbishop Dermot Farrell ordained two Dominican friars, Br Anthony Kavanagh OP and Br Kellan Scott OP, to the order of diaconate.

A large congregation was present to participate in this celebration, along with Dominican friars, sisters, and laity from throughout Ireland. In a sermon rich in references to Dominican authors, the Archbishop outlined the ministry of deacons: they are ‘heralds of the Gospel of Jesus Christ’, their preaching ought to draw on profound prayer, and in carrying out their ministry of service they should ‘live life in response to the needs of others’.

Quoting Pope Francis, Archbishop Farrell called on Brs Anthony and Kellan to be ‘contemplatives, whose closeness to people enables them to proclaim before the wounds of our world the power of the Resurrection at work even now’.

As these brothers advance towards priestly ordination, we invite you to pray for them, that they might live out their diaconal ministry in imitation of ‘the Son of Man, [who] came not to be served but to serve’ (Mt 20:8).

We invite you too to continue to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life, especially to the Dominican Order. Our vocations director, Fr Colm Mannion OP, can be contacted at colm.mannion@dominicans.ie and 086-0864420.

(Photos courtesy of Br Sean Blackwell OP).

Credo Weekend – this weekend

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This weekend there is another “Credo Weekend” calling young Catholics (18-35 yrs) to join us for a weekend of Catholic Doctrine, Discussion, Prayer & Community.

This time the theme for the weekend in ‘Creation’ and a variety of talks will be given connected to this subject.

The weekend will be the 15th to the 17th of June in Glencomeragh Retreat House, Co. Waterford (The Holy Family mission). The cost of the weekend is 80 euro.

Contact Fr. Brian Doyle O.P. to book a place or to get more information. The phone number is 01 889 7610 or use the contact form to send an email:

“Always be prepared to make a defence to any one who calls yo to account fir the hope that is in you” – 1 Peter 3:15.

Another Credo Weekend

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Recently, on the 23r to 25th of February six Dominican friars, two Dominican sisters (from St. Saviour’s Priory, Limerick) and about 20 young adults gathered in Knock Shrine, Co Mayo, for our 3rd Credo (which means I believe) weekend to date.

Over the last year, Dominican brothers have invited young adults from all around Ireland to come on a weekend retreat of prayer, study and recreation. Credo weekends focus on teaching the Catholic faith with a particular emphasis on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The most recent Credo weekend saw talks given by a variety of speakers on a range of topics. Sister Maura Grace from Limerick spoke about the concept of happiness, Fr. Ciaran, from Sligo, gave a very interesting talk on the history of philosophy and Fr. Brian, Fr. Alan and Br. Matthew, all from Dublin, gave informative talks on the topics of The Last Things, Grace and the Eucharist, respectively.

Many university students attended the weekend, particularly from Trinity College where Fr. Alan is chaplain. The Divine Office and Eucharistic adoration also formed part of the weekend schedule as well as plenty of free time for relaxation and a very enjoyable social get together on Saturday evening for a drink and some friendly chat. The weekend was very much enjoyed had by all who attended and we hope to have our next Credo event in the month of June in Glencomeragh, Co. Waterford.

Credo weekend

Pilgrimage to Knock

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The Annual Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Knock will take place on Sunday the 9th of October. This year is a special year as the Dominican Order celebrates the 800th Jubilee of it’s foundation and it promises to be a very special, prayerful and joyful day.

Details:
Sunday October 9th 2016.
Sacrament of the Sick: 2.30 pm
Solemn Mass celebrated by the Prior Provincial and con celebrating Friars : 3.00pm
Followed by Benediction and Rosary Procession.

Contact local Dominican Communities for Bus and Train tickets.

Beholding the ‘gentle rain’ of God’s Mercy

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Beholding the ‘gentle rain’ of God’s Mercy: The Beauty of Divine Mercy envisioned by Fra Angelico.

Divine Mercy [is] the source of that authentic peace that the risen Christ offers us. The wounds of the risen and glorious Lord are the permanent signs of God’s merciful love for humanity. From them flows a spiritual light that enlightens consciences and pours into hearts comfort and hope.

(CTS New Sunday Missal)

Fr. Michael Dunleavy, OP will give a talk on Thursday the 21st April 2016  at 2.30 p.m. in Saint Saviour’s Priory, Dominick Street, Dublin.

Youth 2000 Christmas Retreat, Newbridge College

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Last weekend saw the Youth 2000 Christmas Retreat in Newbridge College, a secondary school under the care of the Irish Province of Dominicans. We Dominicans are involved in Youth 2000 in all sorts of ways – Fr John Harris is the national spiritual director, many Youth 2000 prayer meetings are held in our priories, some of the student brothers are spiritual directors to prayer groups, and many of us help out in different ways at national and regional retreats (in the photos below you can see Br Philip giving a wonderful talk on Our Lady, and her role in his conversion). In fact, even before joining the Order, many of us have had deeply formative experiences at Youth 2000 events. It’s always a joy, then, to return to these gatherings, where Christ is in the centre as the ever-new source of life, for the young people who are meeting Him for the first time, and for the more mature too!site pic 1 site pic 2 site pic 3

Frassati Experience

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Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati was a mountaineer, a great friend, a charitable volunteer, a political activist, a man of deep prayer, and… a third-Order Dominican. Inspired by his example, the Dominican student brothers have inaugurated ‘the Frassati Experience’, a 24-hour retreat for young men, involving prayer, fellowship, outdoor activity and concrete works of charity. Here are some pics from our first outing, to Glendalough. To find out more about Bl Pier Giorgio, click here.

Frassati Glen

 

Frassati Glen 2

Credo week-ends

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Know Your Faith     

A week-end of STUDY and PRAYER for young Catholics (18-35) will take place between 1-3 March 2013 in the Dominican Retreat Centre, Tallaght Village, Dublin 24.

Called “Credo”, which is Latin for “I believe”, the week-end is aimed at helping young Catholics unlock the treasures of the Church’s catechism and rediscover the beauty of being Catholic, especially in this Year of Faith announced by Pope Benedict XVI in his apostolic letter ‘Porta Fidei’ (‘The Door of Faith’). You will find the text of the letter here:http://www.vatican.va/holy_father/benedict_xvi/motu_proprio/documents/hf_ben-xvi_motu-proprio_20111011_porta-fidei_en.html

The week-end begins at 7.00pm on Friday night, 1st March, and concludes at 4.00pm on Sunday, 3rd March.

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