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4,000 people flock to Rossnowlagh Friary for Relic of St Peregrine blessing

An estimated 4,000 people flocked to the Franciscan Friary in Rossnowlagh last weekend for a blessing with the Relic of St Peregrine. He is the patron saint for persons suffering from cancer, AIDS, and other life-threatening illnesses. Remarkably, ...

18 May 2022 at 13:48

Local News

Day of Celebration to mark the 70th anniversary of the dedication of Rossnowlagh Friary

The Franciscan Community in the south Donegal resort of Rossnowlagh, have announced a Day of Celebration on Sunday, June 26 to mark the 70th anniversary of the Dedication of the Friary. The day will be marked by the celebration of Mass/Holy ...

07 Jun 2022 at 10:32

Local News

More than 1,000 pilgrims in Rossnowlagh for visit of St Peregrine's relics

More than 700 people have already attended the Franciscan Friary for a blessing the Relic of St Peregrine. The relic was in the Friary on Saturday, and will the church will open again for blessing from 2pm to 6pm on Sunday. With many ...

15 May 2022 at 11:08

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Discovering the Bluestacks, the bog, the mountain paths, and the fun

When you think of the Donegal skyline, you can’t fail to imagine towering, misty mountains set amongst the sparkling loughs and deep dramatic valleys. Some of our most iconic landscapes feature these towering peaks centre-stage. ...

18 Jun 2022 at 21:47

National News

Franciscan items put up for auction to make way for Ukrainian refugees

Franciscan Brothers are to auction off more than 800 ecclesiastical lots valued at 200,000 euro to help refurbish accommodation for Ukrainian refugees. The items were cleared out of the Franciscan College in Gormanston, Co ...

07 May 2023 at 11:00

Local News

600 attend special St Peregrine Mass at Rossnowlagh Friary

Upwards of 600 people attended a special Mass at the Franciscan Friary in Rossnowlagh on Sunday to celebrate the Feast of St Peregrine. Last November, over 2,000 descended upon the Friary for an open day for a blessing ...

04 May 2023 at 14:38

Local News

Rossnowlagh's Fr Vincent Finnegan is moving parish but he will remain a Friar

Franciscan Friar Fr Vincent Finnegan is set to leave Rossnowlagh - but he his not travelling too far. Fr Vincent took to Facebook on Monday to address speculation about his move. He said: "It’s only today I can ...

25 Sept 2023 at 14:59

Pictures & Videos

In Pictures: Fr Vincent Finnegan’s farewell Mass in Ballyshannon

Fr Vincent Finnegan OFM celebrated Mass in St Patrick’s Church in Ballyshannon ahead of his departure to the parish of Stranorlar. Click on the arrows to view Philip Mulligan's photographs. The farewell Mass ...

02 Oct 2023 at 08:37

Local News

Fr Vincent will have St Peregrine reIic at his final Mass in Ballyshannon

Fr Vincent Finnegan OFM will have the Relic of St Peregrine available for those who seek a blessing as he celebrates his final Mass in Ballyshannon. The Franciscan Friar is based in Rossnowlagh but is on ...

27 Sept 2023 at 08:22

Recent Deaths

Widespread shock at tragic death of Donegal priest in road traffic collision

There has been a huge outpouring of sadness following news of the tragic death of Fr Florian, a member of the Franciscan community at Rossnowlagh Friary. A spokesperson issued the following message: ...

08 Sept 2022 at 15:28

South Donegal

Special 70th anniversary event of Franciscan Friary in Rossnowlagh

This Sunday, June 26 marks the 70th anniversary of the dedication of the Franciscan Friary in Rossnowlagh. Bishop of Raphoe, Alan McGuckian SJ will celebrate the Holy Eucharist with the fraternity ...

25 Jun 2022 at 14:47

South Donegal

More than 500 people attend 70th anniversary of Franciscan Friary opening in Rossnowlagh

Donegal was full of excitement and wholesome appreciation on Sunday when upwards of 500 people from the length and breadth of the country attended the special ceremony and Mass commemorating the ...

27 Jun 2022 at 13:47

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