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Deacon Tony

I am a deacon with parish ministry & chaplain to serve the college community of Coláiste Chiaráin.

02/05/2026

Our May altar.
Keeping you all in my prayers throughout this beautiful month of May. God bless

07/04/2026

Something to reflect on,
We gatherd as part of the universal Church, grateful for the beautiful but solumn journey we shared through Holy Week leading us to Easter Sunday. Although Easter Sunday has passed, we continue to live in the joy and hope of the Easter Season, a time that reminds us that Christ is Risen and remains with us.
As part of my reflection today, I was drawn to the Stations of the Cross inspired by the writings of St. Francis from 800 years ago. His message still speaks powerfully to our world today.
“St. Francis of Assisi,” says **Fr. Patton, “reminds us that every person in authority will have to answer to God for the way they exercise their power,” whether they start or end wars, sit in judgment, engage in economic activity, or promote or destroy human dignity.
In a time when we witness injustice, conflict, killing, and leadership that can be driven by selfishness and greed, we are reminded that all authority is a responsibility given by God. Those who lead, whether in politics, justice, or economic life, will be called to account for how they uphold human dignity and serve the common good.
As followers of Christ, we are invited not only to reflect but also to respond with prayer, compassion, and a commitment to justice and peace.
Let us pray for our world, that hearts may be guided by truth, humility, forgiveness, and love. AMEN

**As Pope Leo carried the Cross, passages from the Gospel were read, along with brief excerpts from the writing of St. Francis and meditations written by Franciscan Fr. Francesco Patton, the former Custos of the Holy Land.
Deacon Tony
Chaplain to Coláiste Chiaráin.

01/01/2026

A blessing from Pope Leo XIV.
A Blessed and Happy New Year!
Today marks the last day of the Christmas octave and the Solemnity of Mary, the Most Holy Mother of God.

Prayer for the Solemnity:
Father, source of light in every age, the virgin conceived and bore your Son who is called Wonderful God, Prince of Peace. May her prayer, the gift of a mother’s love, be your people’s joy through all ages. May her response, born of a humable heart, draw your Spirit to rest on your people. Grant this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.

31/12/2025

All our wishes for 2026.

28/12/2025

Good afternoon all,
Greetings from Rome. Today we made a brief visit to the Vatican. Thousands upon thousands of Italian people wanting to see Pope Leo got there before us, it was unreal. We are invited to head back again tomorrow morning at 8 am to complete the Jubilee year pilgramage. It's a journey that will include easy access to the Vatican. We will have you all in our prayers. On Tuesday we hope to head to Assis.

22/12/2025

Wishing you a happy and peaceful Christmas. Thank you for your support and prayers throughout 2025. You are all in our thoughts and prayers throughout this Holy Season.
“Glory to God in the highest heaven,
and on earth peace to those on whom his favour rests.”
(Luke 2:14)
May the light of Christ’s birth bring hope, joy, and peace to you and your families at Christmas and throughout the coming year.
Every blessing,
Deacon Tony & Jean

11/11/2025

Hi all on this wet, wet day.
"Come, spend an hour with Him—where silence speaks, hearts listen, and grace awaits. Join us for Tazie Holy Hour and Adoration at 7 pm." Refer to poster for details.

02/11/2025

Today the church celebrates All Souls Day. A day to remember family and friends who have gone before us.

Eternal rest, grant unto them O Lord
and let perpetual light shine upon them.

May they rest in peace. Amen.

May the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.

24/10/2025

An invitation to all.

21/10/2025

Hi all,unfortunately, I have to postpone our Holy Hour this evening. We will resume at our regular time of 7 pm next week.
My good friend Kevin died and his funeral will take place later today. Please keep him in your prayers.

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