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August302010

AYE Photos and other Galleries    

The photos from the Augustinian Youth Encounter are now available on this site.  A slide show appears on the home page but if you would like to scan through the gallery of photos more quickly just click on GALLERIES on the menu bar and then select AYE 2010 from the list of galleries. This will show you thumbnails of the photos and by holding your mouse over any of the photos they will automa ....   Read More

August192010

Return from AYE - Watch this space    

AYE has come and gone.  Overall it was an enjoyable week during which we had the opportunity to meet with almost 260 young people and Augustinians from around the world. The countries represented were - Argentina, Australia, Benin, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Germany, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Nigeria, Poland, Slovakia and United Kingdom. During the week we spent the time discuss ....   Read More

July232010

Interesting Information about the Our Father which may be useful    

The Lord's Prayer, like so many more of the precepts and discourses ascribed to Jesus, is borrowed. Dr. Hardwicke, of England, says: "The so-called 'Lord's Prayer' was learned by Jesus as the 'Kadish' from the Talmud.” The Kadish, as translated by Christian scholar, Rev. John Gregorie, is as follows: "Our Parent which art in heaven, be gracious to us, O Lord, our God; hallowed be ....   Read More

July222010

Group Finalised for AYE    

The group travelling from Ireland to AYE on the 9th of August next will comprise ten people.  Two more will join us in London for part of the festival. Four Augustinians will travel (including our student Colm); four young people from New Ross; one from Ballyboden and one from Drogheda. While this is not the large group we had hoped for we are sure that those who travel will enjoy the exper ....   Read More

June192010

Father's Day - Sunday 20th of June 2010    

  Fathers’ Day Certain people are important in our lives for very many reasons. Our parents are at the top of that list. Parents are the first to take care of us, the first to educate us and the first to forgive us when we do something wrong. This weekend we are reminded to appreciate our fathers.  I know when I was a child we would always give my Da socks or hankies. ....   Read More

May312010

Padraig Daly Launches New Collection of Poetry    

Congratulations to Fr Padraig Daly who is launching his new collection of poetry this evening.  Padraig is a widely acclaimed poet and has already published several collections.  His latest book will be launched this evening at 7pm in the Writers' Museum in Parnell Square, Dublin 1.  We wish him every success with both the evening and the book. Padraig is a native of Dungarvan, Co. ....   Read More

May272010

Exam Time    

Best wishes to all those who are preparing for state examinations at this time.  The next few weeks can be a stressful time but try to keep calm, get plenty of rest and eat properly.  Make sure that you take regular breaks from studying to allow your brain to absorb what you have been doing. Most of all, best of luck and I hope all goes well. And remember, even if you are not very conf ....   Read More

May272010

New Links    

A number of new links have been added to this site so why not try them out.  Some of them contain regularly updated Church-related news about both Ireland and the world; the Catholic Encyclopedia can be a very useful resource for reliable information as well as providing articles that could be particularly useful to those who are studying. ....

May122010

Last Call for Bookings for AYE 2010    

The closing date for bookings for AYE 2010 has passed.  A brief extension was allowed for the Irish group to allow us to get our house in order. We have now passed the limit of this extension and those wishing to travel should pay the remainder of the cost to the travel agent as soon as possible. If you need further information please feel free to contact me through the CONTACT button on th ....   Read More

May012010

Bring Flowers of the Rarest - May 1st - Month Traditionally dedicated to Our Lady    

Today we begin the month of May which is traditionally dedicated to Our Lady.  In times gone by this month was marked by processions with May flowers and the children who had made their first communion.   Many of you may have brothers and sisters, cousins, nieces and nephews who will make their first communion during this month.  This is a significant event in Christian initiat ....   Read More

April262010

Feast of the Mother of Good Counsel, Patroness of the Irish Province of Augustinians    

  Our Lady of Good Counsel (Latin: Mater boni consilii) is a title given to the Blessed Virgin Mary, after an allegedly miraculous painting now found in the thirteenth century Augustinian church at Genazzano, near Rome, Italy. Measuring 40 by 45 centimeters the image is a fresco executed on a thin layer of porcelain no thicker than an egg shell. Over the centuries, devotions to Our Lady ....   Read More

April152010

Travel Documentation for AYE    

As you may be aware there has been some difficulty encountered by those trying to get passports.  In part this seems to be due to industrial action but there also seems to be a considerable backlog of passport applications.  If you are going to need a passport to travel to AYE in August please make sure you allow plenty of time to make your application. ....

April022010

Organ Donor Week - 27 March - 3 April 2010    

This is organ donor awareness week.  Many people die each year in Ireland because they are unable to have a transplant.  Many people also die tragically due to road accidents and illness.  The organs of those who die can save the lives of those who would otherwise die. Nobody has the right to demand that you donate your organs but this week invites us to think about it and consider ....   Read More

March262010

News from Youth Group in Drogheda    

  AUGUSTINIAN YOUTH INITIATIVE -  COUNT ME IN   Easter is the high point in the life of the Christian community. In our baptism we become part of that community. Accordingly the liturgy at Easter time is of greater significance than at any other time. As young people involved with the Augustinians in their ministry in Drogheda we feel that our celebration at Easter should be mar ....   Read More

March222010

Reflection on AYE Meeting    

A Visit to the Spec centre Last weekend i accompanied Noel and Lilly on an excursion to the Spec centre, the site of the upcoming A.Y.E meeting. I was nervous. I had never met any of the 40 or so volunteers who would also be in attendance and i didn't know what to expect. My nervousness was quickly eradicated however, as each and every one of the volunteers turned out to be some of the most wel ....   Read More

March202010

Pastoral Letter of Pope Benedict XVI to the Church in Ireland    

Today March 20th, the Pope has issued his long-awaited pastoral letter to the Church in Ireland.  This letter is intended as a response to the shameful events associated with the abuse of children by priests and religious. To see the full text of this letter follow this link http://www.catholicbishops.ie/features/1806-feature-pope-benedict-xvis-pastoral-letter The letter concludes with a pr ....   Read More

March202010

Suggestion for a Service for Good Friday    

Some years ago I participated in the celebration of Tenebrae (Latin for shadows) in our church in Galway.  This was a common service for Good Friday before the Second Vatican Council.  This is a reflection on the Passion of the Lord which is combined with a very emotive symbolic movement into darkness.  It can be a beautiful way to celebrate Good Friday. The service is reproduced o ....   Read More

March172010

Orientation Weekend for AYE 2010    

Last weekend, 12-14 of March 2010, myself, Lily from Ballyboden and Niall from Drogheda participated in an orientation weekend for volunteers who are going to assist in the running of AYE 2010. The meeting was held on the site of the festival - the SPEC centre - a very large site comprising about 40 acres.  This is the Pastoral Centre for Westminster diocese which is the diocese of London. ....   Read More

March012010

News from Orlagh Team    

  1. THE WAY FORWARD TOGETHER Over forty people took part in the session facilitated yesterday here by Brian and Irene Maguire for those "who wanted to grow a way forward in the aftermath of the Murphy and Ryan Reports".  For some it was their first time to Orlagh and all expressed gratitude at the opportunity provided both to speak and to listen.  The session was at ti ....   Read More

March012010

Letter from General Curia about Human Trafficking    

  HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND THE ILLEGAL TRAFFICKING OF PEOPLE (FEBRUARY 2010, n. 3 ** CURIA, OSA, Frs. Michael and Alejandro   The Secretariat for Justice and Peace, committed to assist the friars of the Order in acquiring a greater awareness of the trafficking of people, which is the priority goal for the years of 2009 – 2011, offers this report.   THE ILLEGAL TRAFFICKIN ....   Read More

February202010

Augustinian named as Archbishop of Panama City    

  I am happy to communicate to all the members of the Order that the Holy Father has named our Brother José Domingo ULLOA MENDIETA, o.s.a, as Archbishop of Panama City, Panama.           He was born on December 24th, 1956, in Chitré, Panama. He was ordained a diocesan priest in Chitré, on December 17th, 1983. In 1987, he ente ....   Read More

February192010

Booking Information for AYE 2010    

We have now secured the services of a travel agent to ensure that the trip to participate in the International Youth Encounter, AYE 2010, goes smoothly and is appropriately insured etc.  The travel agent is: Marian Pilgrimages 19 Eden Quay Dublin 1 What follows is a sketch of the arrangements for the trip.  REMEMBER THAT IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR DETAILS BY THE MID ....   Read More

February132010

When Church Notices Go Wrong    

  The following have all appeared in church magazines so let us thank God for parish secretaries.     -------------------------- Next weekend's Fasting & Prayer Conference in Whitby includes all meals.   -------------------------- Sunday morning sermon: 'Jesus Walks on the Water'  Sunday evening sermon: 'Searching for Jesus.' ----------------------- ....   Read More

February082010

Message from London    

  Come to London for the 10th International Augustinian Youth Encounter   The Anglo-Scottish province has the privilege of hosting the next Augustinian Youth Encounter from 9 – 15 August 2010. We look forward to welcoming 350 young adults and religious from around the Augustinian world. It will be an opportunity for participants to share their faith with other young people throu ....   Read More

February042010

New Gallery of Augustinian Images Available On This Site    

If you are looking for images of an Augustinian nature to use in publications, newsletters, internet etc. you may be interested to know that there is now a new gallery of images available on this site. Just go to galleries and click on the one that says "Augustinian Images".  Each of the images can be downloaded and resized according to your needs. Play around with them in Picture ....   Read More

February012010

Youth Retreat    

Youth Retreat - 29th of January 2010   The Youth Ministry of the Irish Province of the Augustinians hosted a retreat for young people on the 29th and 30th of January 2010.  Despite a poor attendance the event was very much enjoyed by those who participated.  As well as praying and sharing together we had a lot of time to catch up on what has happened since our pilgrimage to Ital ....   Read More

January212010

Bookings for AYE 2010 - London    

Those interested in participating in the International Youth Meeting in London (9th-15th August 2010) should be sending their names to me already. There is no need to send money yet as a final cost for participants from Ireland has not been decided. This might be a very good opportunity to get involved or to make your involvement much more interesting as you will get to meet many other young peo ....   Read More

January202010

Change of Venue for Youth Retreat    

The forthcoming retreat for those involved in Augustinian Youth Ministry will take place on the 29th and 30th of January, 2010. Due to a disappointing response to successive invitations it has been decided to change the venue to Dublin. Those participating will gather in Meath Street Parish House between 4pm and 6pm on the 29th and will be brought to their accommodation.  Once settled in th ....   Read More

January202010

Octave of Prayer for Church Unity    

We are now approximately in the middle of the week of prayer for Christian Unity.  This week runs from the 18th of January (Feast of the See of St. Peter) until the 25th of January (Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul).  This is a very important week when Christians all over the world concentrate their prayers on trying to overcome the divisions within and between the Christian Churches. ....   Read More

January122010

Message from Tourlough    

Hello, everyone. Well my adventure with the Augustinians has come to an end with my departure from the novice house in Racine, USA. My friends at home keep asking me "how are you?" You would think I had just come out from an operation! Truthfully I never felt better. I have just had the best 18mths of my life. I have encountered great people, been made to feel welcome wherever I was and ....   Read More

January122010

Greeting from the Provincial    

Just a message to welcome the new website and to wish it every success into the future. Having visited it on a number of occasions, I am very impressed by the volume of useful and interesting data it contains.  I'm sure it will prove to be a useful source of information for casual browsers, while also proving a powerful communication vehicle for frien ....   Read More

December172009

Welcome to our new Website    

Welcome to our new website which is intended to be a resource for all those involved in the Youth Ministry of the Irish Province of Augustinians. It is hoped that by participating in this site we can exchange News, Views, Opinions and much more. On this site you will also find information about the Augustinians - especially the Irish Province.  Links can bring you to explore the other ....   Read More

December102009

Province Assembly    

On Thursday the 10th of December the members of the Irish Province of Augustinians were invited to participate in an assembly of the Friars in the Red Cow Inn on the Naas Road.  This assembly marked the conclusion of the Year of the Chapter and was hosted by the Provincial and the members of the Provincial Council. The theme of the day was "Giftedness" - appreciating our own gifts; ....   Read More

December062009

Meeting of Priors and Bursars    

On thursday the 3rd of December the Priors and Bursars of the Province met as part of the process of implementing the decisions of our Chapter.  The meeting was held in the Moran Hotel at the Red Cow in Dublin and almost every community was represented. This meeting followed the visit to each of the communities by the Provincial with members of the Provincial Council. A Province Assembly fo ....   Read More

December022009

The Murphy Report on Child Sexual Abuse in Dublin    

The publication of the report of the Muyphy Commission concerning Child Sexual Abuse in the Archdiocese of Dublin has been published.  Certainly we are to be grateful to those who carried out the report even though its findings are certainly very painful, sad and shameful.   Sometimes we might prefer to think that such things hadn't happened, but they did. Sometimes we might prefer ....   Read More

November112009

Death of Fr. Harry Leahy OSA    

It is with sadness that I inform you of the death today of Fr Harry Leahy OSA. Harry was in his 96th year and had spent over 60 years in our community in John's Lane, Dublin.  Well know for his long association with the Legion of Mary and North Strand Vocational School he will be missed by many people.  His good humour and generous disposition made him a favourite with all those he came ....   Read More

September152009

Welcome to our New Website!!!    

Welcome to our new webpage for the youth ministry of the Irish Province of the Augustinians.  As always we encourage all participants to contribute to the page and make it a page that represents the views and opinions and questions of the youth. Make it your own Noel ....

August232009

Move from Blog    

For the last number of months we have bee using a blog to help keep us in touch.  This was www.augustinianyouthministry.blogspot.com .  Now we are moving to a proper web page so the blog will become obsolete. This move is being made so that people will be able to download information and resources more easily. Noel ....