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The Order of the Knights of St Columbanus deeply regret to announce the sudden passing of Bernard “Barney” Burns KSC HLM, a devoted Brother Knight in Council 41 (Belfast), faithful Catholic, and cherished member of his community, who died earlier today, Thursday 30th April 2026. Barney was a man of quiet strength, deep conviction, and unwavering commitment to the ideals of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity. As a member of the Knights of St Columbanus, he gave generously of his t

Catholic Home Education Awards Continue to Grow More than 140 home-educated children from across the island of Ireland took part in the sixth annual Catholic Home Education Awards on 18 April 2026 in Ardee, Co. Louth. Around 180 parents, children, clergy, religious sisters, and supporters attended the event, organised by Knights of St. Columbanus Council 3. Held for the second year in the larger parish centre in Ardee, the event has continued to grow in recent years. The awar

On this coming Sunday 26th April at 3pm. Mass will be celebrated in Bishop's Wood, Cork Road, Durrow, Co. Laois, to commemorate a Bishop who while celebrating Mass in a Mass Pit in Dereen was seized on by his persecutors, dragged into the wood, tied to a tree and left there until he died. This happened in 1579. The Durrow Pipe Band will lead the procession from the entrance of the wood to the area where the Bishop's Tree once stood. The monument was erected by Billy Kavanagh

Above: Brother John Murphy presenting the winning trophy to Our Lady’s Bower Athlone who were represented by Krystal, Sive and Saoirse and their teacher Ms S Weir The Knights of Saint Columbanus run an annual All Ireland public speaking competition entitled “Young People Find Language for their Faith” for students from Years 12, 13 or 14 in N.I and students from Transition year or 5 th and 6 th Years in Ireland. Students support their arguments with references from Old and

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

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

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

The Knights of Saint Columbanus run an annual All Ireland public speaking competition entitled “Young People Find Language for their Faith” for students from Years 12, 13 or 14 in N.I and students from Transition year or 5 th and 6 th Years in Ireland. Students support their arguments with references from Old and New Testament, Church documents, Church teachings, Papal Encyclicals including YouthCat and Docat. This year’s competition which enjoyed wide participation from

On the very early morning of September 29th 2025, 50 pilgrims from all corners of Ireland gathered in Dublin Airport to board an Aer Lingus flight to Rome as part of the Jubilee Pilgrimage of Hope for the Order of Saint Columbanus’ to Rome and Assisi. Each visitor arrived with their own hopes and concerns to pray in the largest church in the world and the spiritual centre of our Catholic Church, the Vatican in Rome's and follow in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi, St. C

In a packed room in Ely House in Dublin city, hands shoot into the air as the option is given to volunteer as a table host at this year’s Christmas dinner charity event at the RDS for those in need. A table host is one of the most sought after roles among volunteers who attend the induction day for the Christmas charity event on Sunday, December 7th. Grace O’Dowd has been a volunteer at the Christmas dinner event, organised by the Knights of Columbanus, for 15 years despit

In an age where technology permeates every facet of our lives, the way we approach education must evolve accordingly. The Catholic faith, rich in tradition and profound in its teachings, is no exception. Digital Catholic learning offers a transformative opportunity to deepen understanding, foster community, and strengthen faith in ways previously unimaginable. It is not merely a convenience but a vital tool for nurturing the spiritual and intellectual growth of Catholic men a

Review of the International meeting of the Columbanus Communities, Carlow 2025

Even today, there are many settings in which the Christian faith is considered absurd, meant for the weak and unintelligent. Settings where other securities are preferred, like technology, money, success, power, or pleasure.

Archbishop Eamon Martin Primate of All Ireland gave this homily today at a Mass in Saint Patrick's Church, Drogheda, Co Louth, for...

“I invite everyone, each day of the coming month, to pray the Rosary for peace—personally, in the family, and in community,”

The enduring legacy of Catholic fraternal orders is a testament to the power of faith united with service. Among these, the knights of...

On 16 September 2025 , King Charles III attended a requiem mass for the Duchess of Kent, Katharine Worsley, at Westminster Cathedral....

The pursuit of faith, charity, and service has long been a cornerstone of Catholic life. Among the many organisations dedicated to these...