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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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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

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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

Knights of St Columbanus Public Speaking Competition Dates (Updated)

Our Public Speaking Competition is up and running with the following dates now in the calendar of events. We would encourage as many members of the public to attend and witness the incredible talent of our country's young men and women, discussing issues of faith that are having an impact on their lives and their futures. At this stage forthcoming dates and times for the Public Speaking Competition are as follows, Heywood Community School Portlaoise 5th March at 2.00pm Castl

Malachy McDaid

Jan 91 min read

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St Patrick's Day Dawn Prayers and scripture
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17 Mar 2026, 06:00 – 10:00
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100 Our Fathers at the grave of St Patrick
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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.
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Worldwide Marian Procession
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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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3/16/2026

Pope urges Church to see abuse prevention as ‘a natural expression of faith’

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VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Monday urged the Church to listen to victims of sexual abuse, and called for the recognition of the pain caused and for the creation of “a culture of care.” “It is about helping to form, through...

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3/16/2026

Pope Leo meets author critical of Opus Dei

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Pope Leo XIV on Monday met in a private audience with Gareth Gore, a British journalist whose work has criticized Opus Dei as abusive. Gore said he spoke to the pope for more than 40 minutes and presented him with testimonies...

EWTN

3/16/2026

‘I would do everything to become a priest,’ Iceland’s Capuchin bishop says

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ROME — The only Catholic bishop in Iceland, David Bartimej Tencer, is celebrating a double jubilee this year — the 40th anniversary of his priestly ordination and the Franciscan jubilee marking the 800th anniversary of the de...

EWTN

3/16/2026

Franciscan Brother in Lebanon: God does not give permission to kill

Brother Tony Choukri, Guardian of the Franciscan Monastery of St. Joseph in Beirut, tells Vatican News about life under war and calls for peace, emphasising that “human beings are not an object, and death is neither a path no...

Vatican News

3/16/2026

Synod releases Report on Mission in the Digital Environment

A final report from Study Group 3 of the Synod of Bishops underscores the need for the Church to engage the digital environment as a vital space for evangelization, dialogue, and pastoral accompaniment. Read all  

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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The Way

Matt Talbot - Urban Mystic

Knights of St Columbanus Public Speaking Competition Dates (Updated)

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3/16/2026

Pope urges Church to see abuse prevention as ‘a natural expression of faith’

michaelmccrea

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Monday urged the Church to listen to victims of sexual abuse, and called for the recognition of the pain caused and for the creation of “a culture of care.” “It is about helping to form, through...

EWTN

3/16/2026

Pope Leo meets author critical of Opus Dei

michaelmccrea

Pope Leo XIV on Monday met in a private audience with Gareth Gore, a British journalist whose work has criticized Opus Dei as abusive. Gore said he spoke to the pope for more than 40 minutes and presented him with testimonies...

EWTN

3/16/2026

‘I would do everything to become a priest,’ Iceland’s Capuchin bishop says

michaelmccrea

ROME — The only Catholic bishop in Iceland, David Bartimej Tencer, is celebrating a double jubilee this year — the 40th anniversary of his priestly ordination and the Franciscan jubilee marking the 800th anniversary of the de...

EWTN

3/16/2026

Franciscan Brother in Lebanon: God does not give permission to kill

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Brother Tony Choukri, Guardian of the Franciscan Monastery of St. Joseph in Beirut, tells Vatican News about life under war and calls for peace, emphasising that “human beings are not an object, and death is neither a path no...

Vatican News

3/16/2026

Synod releases Report on Mission in the Digital Environment

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A final report from Study Group 3 of the Synod of Bishops underscores the need for the Church to engage the digital environment as a vital space for evangelization, dialogue, and pastoral accompaniment. Read all &nbsp;

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Knights of St. Columbanus

A final report from Study Group 3 of the Synod of Bishops underscores the need for the Church to engage the digital environment as a vital space for evangelization, dialogue, and pastoral accompaniment. Read all