Are you involved in music and ministry or do you feel called to Ministry through Music:? Then this course might be of interest to you. ALERT It is only 5 days before this wonderful course begins in Roscrea and there are still some places available if you are...

Jesus said "I have come that you may have life and have it to the full"  Jn 10:10 You are invited to leave behind your everyday concerns and come reflect on the meaning of life Come and enjoy a Retreat WHERE: St Columban's Dalgan Park, Navan WHEN;    25-27 August...

Sr Stanislaus Kennedy from the Religious Sisters of Charity was recently presented with the 2017 Fitzgerald Bible Bruff Award in Limerick. This award was presented in honour of Sr Stan's lifelong contribution and wonderful work on behalf of the poor, the homeless and...

The Presentation Brothers are offering a vocation weekend to anyone who may be asking 'Why'? Pope Francis announced that the 2018 Synod of Bishops will treat the topic 'Young people, the Faith and Vocational discernment'.  The Presentation Brothers see this as...

Vocations Ireland would like to congratulate Fr Aidan McGrath OFM on his recent appointment as the new provincial for the Irish Province. We assure you of our prayers and support as you respond to this important Ministry. We pray too for your Council as you begin this...

Vocations Ireland are delighted to offer their congratulations to Rev Eric Cooney, (Deacon) who has recently been appointed as the Coordinator of the  National Diocesan Office for Vocations. We would like to wish Eric well in his new post. We look forward to...

Sr Anne Carr from Dublin is a Medical Missionary of Mary sister who worked extensively in Africa during her Missionary Life.  It was while working in Africa in Malawi, that Sister Anne first met Bono.  Sr Anne inspired Bono resulting in the song "Crumbs from Your...

The OFM brothers gathered young and old during the past week at their Provincial Chapter.  They elected a new Administration including a new Provincial and Vicar Provincial.  The team will be lead by Aidan McGrath.   Congratulations Aidan we wish you many blessings as...

Vocations Newsletter June

A Good News Story. Vocations Ireland wish to congratulate Sr Sabina Schratz O.P who recently celebrated her Final Profession with the Dominican Sisters Cabra. Sr Sabina Professing her Vows Sr Sabina with Sr Elisabeth OP Congregation Prioress and Sr Martina Prioress...

Religious life Future Participant information sheet  About the Research Project   The goal of the project is to understand more deeply the expectations and challenges of religious life for new entrants.  We want to look specifically at the experiences of women...

Vocations Discernment Community for Men   The purpose: is to give men, aged 20-36 years, a year (September – July) where they can learn about priesthood and the various forms of religious life, and come to some conclusion about where God may be calling them. It...

Media Release                                                                           1st May 2017     Fr. Shay Cullen SSC to receive Prestigious Dutch Recognition Award   It has been announced in the Netherlands that Irish Columban missionary, Fr. Shay...

“Come and See” John 1:39 Seeking God in Prayer and Community Mount Saint Joseph Abbey are hosting a Monastic Experience Weekend from Friday 19th - Sunday 21st May 2017. It is an opportunity for men of ages 20 to 45 to find out more about monastic life and to listen to...

The Poor Clares in Galway are hosting a Cloister Day on Saturday, May 6th from 10am to 5pm. The day is designed to help young women between the ages of 21 and 40 to find out more about the Poor Clare way of life with a view to vocation discernment. To book a place...