Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem
Centuries of Service to Christians in the Holy Land
Pope Francis embodied holiness not as perfection, but as presence. He saw the world through the eyes of Christ, leading with compassion and mercy. From his first trip to Lampedusa to his final message on caring for the vulnerable, Pope Francis’ radical approach was rooted in the Gospel. His legacy is a Church that walks with the wounded and a call to global climate justice.
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Edinburgh, 19 April 2025 My Dear Confreres & Consoeures As we prepare, in this “Holy Year of Hope”, to witness […]
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Seeking the Intercession of Saints in Times of Struggle (Knock Pilgrimage, February 2025) Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Christ, […]
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Rosary Reflections on Hope: A Pilgrimage to Knock 2025
Join the Order of the Holy Sepulchre on a spiritual journey to Knock, Ireland, as we reflect on the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary. This pilgrimage, held on February 14th and 15th, 2025, offers a profound exploration of hope through the lens of Jesus’ suffering and sacrifice.
The Agony in the Garden: Reflect on Jesus’ anguish in Gethsemane and pray for those suffering from mental anguish, depression, and loneliness. Remember, “I will never forsake you or abandon you” (Heb. 13:5).
The Scourging at the Pillar: Contemplate the brutal scourging of Jesus and offer prayers for the homeless, refugees, and those stripped of their dignity. Seek forgiveness for times of judgment and neglect.
The Crowning with Thorns: Meditate on Jesus’ silent suffering and the crown of thorns. Pray for the grace of forgiveness in our lives and for healing in divided families and broken relationships.
Jesus Takes Up His Cross: Follow Jesus on His path to Calvary and pray for Christians worldwide who suffer for their faith. Be inspired by their steadfastness and courage.
The Crucifixion: Witness Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice on the cross and pray for peace and political stability in conflict-ridden regions. Strive to be instruments of reconciliation and hope.
Join us in these reflections and let the hope of Christ’s love transform your life.
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The 2025 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will be marked by Archbishop Eamon Martin, Catholic Archbishop of Armagh, and […]
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• This Mass was celebrated by Bishop Niall Coll in Saint Mary’s Cathedral, Kilkenny, Diocese of Ossory, on Sunday 29 December 2024.
• A Jubilee Year is celebrated every twenty-five years by the worldwide Church during which Catholics come together to rejoice in the faith. Over the Jubilee Year we will be encouraged to show mercy, forgive past wrongs, relieve debt, to spiritually rejuvenate, and be offered an opportunity to receive a plenary indulgence.
Extract from: https://www.vaticannews.va/ Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, has addressed Christians in the Holy Land with a […]
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Homily of Very Reverend Francis Mitchell, JCL, KCHS, given at the annual Western Mass of the Equestrian Order of the […]
Read More TextNovember is the month dedicated to the Holy Souls. For many it is the bleakest and most difficult month of […]
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I write these notes for Easter in mid-Lent and I have no idea how the painful and dispiriting events in […]
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