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RESTORE ALL THINGS IN CHRIST

OUR MISSION

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John Murphy

“As an Order of Catholic men we seek to serve God in fidelity to the teachings of the Magisterium of the Church. Inspired by the Evangelical zeal of our patron St. Columbanus we will promote a deeper understanding of these teachings for our members and the wider Church.”

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Public Speaking Competition 2025-26

Knights of St Columbanus Public Speaking Competition Dates 2026

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Jubilee of Hope Pilgrimage

Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi

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POPE ADDRESSES FAITHFUL

Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to share not only material goods but time, presence, and empathy.

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DEATH OF POPE FRANCIS

Order of the Knights of St Columbanus Mourns the Death of His Holiness Pope Francis

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ELECTION OF POPE LEO XIV

Order of the Knights of St Columbanus celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV

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Apostolic Blessing for Br. Brendan Power

For half a century, Brother Brendan Power CK70 (Bandon) has been the Choirmaster of St. Patrick's Church Choir in Bandon, Co. Cork. Recently retired, he has been awarded an Apostolic Blessing by Pope Leo XIV in recognition 0f his commitment and dedication to the choir. The formal blessing to Brendan also involves an abundance of divine graces for his fifty years of service. Congratulation Brothe r Brendan, that is something to sing about! Area 5 KOSC congratulates you Bro. B

Malachy McDaid

Mar 181 min read

The Way

Welcome to the Way This platform was set up by the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference to help people to discover, live and pass on the Catholic faith. In the very early Church, the first believers were known as followers of ‘the Way’ (e.g. Acts 9:2). In answer to the question ‘how can we know the way?’ (John 14:5) Jesus declared that ‘I am the Way, the Truth and Life.’ Our logo affirms that Jesus Christ, Son of God and Saviour – ICHTHYS – is the Way and that the light of

Malachy McDaid

Mar 141 min read

Matt Talbot - Urban Mystic

Matt Talbot: Urban Mystic Finding Peace of Mind: A Journey with Matt Talbot Matt Talbot’s story isn’t just history, it’s a message of hope for today. Once trapped in addiction, he found freedom through faith, prayer, and perseverance. His journey reminds us that with God's Grace no struggle is too great to overcome. Come along and be inspired by a man whose life proves that holiness and healing are possible in the everyday. Matt Talbot is A Saint for Our Times. This film will

Malachy McDaid

Feb 111 min read

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Upcoming Public Events

23 days to the event
Sat, 25 Apr
Day Retreat for Young Adults
Lough Derg, Pettigo
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25 Apr 2026, 10:00 – 16:30
Lough Derg, Pettigo, Ballymacavany, Co. Donegal, Ireland
Day Retreat for young adults: In a busy world, finding stillness is a deliberate act of faith, allowing individuals to surrender anxieties, hear God’s voice, and gain perspective.
59 days to the event
Sun, 31 May
Knock Pilgrimage 2026
Knock Shrine
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31 May 2026, 15:00 – 17:00
Knock Shrine, Carrowmore, Knock, Co. Mayo, Ireland
A chance to visit Ireland's international Eucharistic and Marian shrine. Join with us at the Anointing of the Sick and the concelebration of Mass.
72 days to the event
Sat, 13 Jun
Worldwide Marian Procession
St. Mary's Catholic Church
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13 Jun 2026, 12:00 – 15:00
St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1 Fanad Dr, Londonderry BT48 9QE, UK
Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Join in unity across the world to honour the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

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Council 15

16 August 2025

Men's Retreat

Duffcarrick, Ardmore, Co. Waterford, Ireland

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4/2/2026

German cardinal tells priests: Communion services cannot replace Sunday Mass

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COLOGNE, Germany — Cardinal Rainer Maria Woelki used his Holy Week homily to call priests back to the heart of their vocation: the daily celebration of the Eucharist. Preaching at the chrism Mass at Cologne Cathedral on Monda...

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4/2/2026

Pope Leo XIV: ‘Kneel down as brothers and sisters alongside the oppressed’

michaelmccrea

Pope Leo XIV on Holy Thursday returned the Mass of the Lord’s Supper to the Basilica of St. John Lateran, reviving a papal practice last observed there in 2012 under Benedict XVI. Departing from Pope Francis’ custom of celebr...

EWTN

4/2/2026

PHOTOS: Holy Thursday chrism Mass at the Vatican

michaelmccrea

Pope Leo XIV celebrated a chrism Mass at the Vatican on April 2, his first as pope after being elected as supreme pontiff in May 2025. The Mass included the traditional blessing of the holy oils that will be used throughout t...

EWTN

4/2/2026

Irish soccer legend Roy Keane pays tribute to late mother and upbringing at funeral Mass

michaelmccrea

Delivering a eulogy at the beginning of his mother’s funeral Mass this week, international soccer star Roy Keane spoke lovingly of his parents and his Catholic upbringing in Ireland. After his mother died, he paid tribute on...

EWTN

4/2/2026

Pope Leo: 'We are called to serve the People of God with our whole lives'

Celebrating the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday evening in the Papal Basilica of St. John Lateran, Pope Leo XIV tells his brother priests that they are to serve the Lord by giving all of their lives to the People o...

The Order of the Knights of St. Columbanus

RESTORE ALL THINGS IN CHRIST

OUR MISSION

PRESS RELEASE

Public Speaking Competition 2025-26

Knights of St Columbanus Public Speaking Competition Dates 2026

PRESS RELEASE

Jubilee of Hope Pilgrimage

Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi

PRESS RELEASE

POPE ADDRESSES FAITHFUL

Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to share not only material goods but time, presence, and empathy.

PRESS RELEASE

DEATH OF POPE FRANCIS

Order of the Knights of St Columbanus Mourns the Death of His Holiness Pope Francis

PRESS RELEASE

ELECTION OF POPE LEO XIV

Order of the Knights of St Columbanus celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV

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Apostolic Blessing for Br. Brendan Power

The Way

Matt Talbot - Urban Mystic

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4/2/2026

German cardinal tells priests: Communion services cannot replace Sunday Mass

michaelmccrea

COLOGNE, Germany — Cardinal Rainer Maria Woelki used his Holy Week homily to call priests back to the heart of their vocation: the daily celebration of the Eucharist. Preaching at the chrism Mass at Cologne Cathedral on Monda...

EWTN

4/2/2026

Pope Leo XIV: ‘Kneel down as brothers and sisters alongside the oppressed’

michaelmccrea

Pope Leo XIV on Holy Thursday returned the Mass of the Lord’s Supper to the Basilica of St. John Lateran, reviving a papal practice last observed there in 2012 under Benedict XVI. Departing from Pope Francis’ custom of celebr...

EWTN

4/2/2026

PHOTOS: Holy Thursday chrism Mass at the Vatican

michaelmccrea

Pope Leo XIV celebrated a chrism Mass at the Vatican on April 2, his first as pope after being elected as supreme pontiff in May 2025. The Mass included the traditional blessing of the holy oils that will be used throughout t...

EWTN

4/2/2026

Irish soccer legend Roy Keane pays tribute to late mother and upbringing at funeral Mass

michaelmccrea

Delivering a eulogy at the beginning of his mother’s funeral Mass this week, international soccer star Roy Keane spoke lovingly of his parents and his Catholic upbringing in Ireland. After his mother died, he paid tribute on...

EWTN

4/2/2026

Pope Leo: 'We are called to serve the People of God with our whole lives'

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Celebrating the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday evening in the Papal Basilica of St. John Lateran, Pope Leo XIV tells his brother priests that they are to serve the Lord by giving all of their lives to the People o...

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