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Charity with a Purpose

RESTORE ALL THINGS IN CHRIST

OUR MISSION

Supreme Knight

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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Upcoming Public Events

  • Day Retreat for Young Adults
    Day Retreat for Young Adults
    30 days to the event
    Sat, 25 Apr
    Lough Derg, Pettigo
    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.
  • Knock Pilgrimage 2026
    Knock Pilgrimage 2026
    66 days to the event
    Sun, 31 May
    Knock Shrine
    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.
  • Worldwide Marian Procession
    Worldwide Marian Procession
    79 days to the event
    Sat, 13 Jun
    St. Mary's Catholic Church
    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.

Order Activities

Council 15

16 August 2025

Men's Retreat

Duffcarrick, Ardmore, Co. Waterford, Ireland

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