November is Upon Us

November is Upon Us

The glorious colours of early autumn’s fruitfulness now give way to muted tones as the last of the leaves fall from the trees, leaving the bare branches stretching heavenwards like arms lifted in supplication. The wind blows colder and the dark nights grow longer....
Fr Michael O’Loughlin

Fr Michael O’Loughlin

Fr Michael O’Loughlin was born on 29th of September 1935 in Drumcliffe, Co Clare. He was educated at Convent of Mercy Ennis, CBS Ennis, and CB Secondary, Ennis. He came to Dalgan in September 1954 and was ordained priest on 21st of December 1960. In 1961 he was...
Farewell to Fr Ray as baton passes to Fr Dave!

Farewell to Fr Ray as baton passes to Fr Dave!

Outgoing Regional Director of the Columbans in Ireland, Fr Raymond Husband, has paid tribute to his successor, Fr David Kenneally, and expressed his gratitude to his Columban confreres, the staff, supporters and friends as he passes the baton on after six years at the...
Nine-Day Novena of Prayer to St Columban

Nine-Day Novena of Prayer to St Columban

As we approach the Feast of the great monk and pilgrim St Columban on 23rd November, we are publishing a nine-day novena of prayer and reflection which supporters, benefactors, family and friends may find helpful. This year we pray for peace in all those countries and...
The Best-Known Irishman of the Early Middle Ages

The Best-Known Irishman of the Early Middle Ages

St Columban’s Feast Day 23rd November In his address of a General Audience in June 2008, Pope Benedict XVI said: “I would like to speak about the holy Abbot Columban, the best-known Irishman of the Early Middle Ages. Since he worked as a monk, missionary and writer in...