Entries by Fiachra Nutty
Instagram: @cisterciannuns
We’re Back on Instagram: @cisterciannuns We’re pleased to share that Glencairn Abbey has returned to Instagram with a renewed presence. You can now find us at @cisterciannuns, where we’ll be posting reflections from our life as Cistercian nuns: the rhythm of prayer and work, the beauty of the liturgy, and moments of stillness and simplicity […]
Community Photo 2025
We are indebted to M Brigitte Pinot, titular Prioress of the Cistercian Monastery of Tautra in Norway, for taking this picture of the Glencairn Community. M Brigitte has come to spend a few days here before undertaking an official role in our Abbatial election tomorrow. M. Marie Fahy has just completed her fourth term as […]
Taizé Prayer Service
Together with approximately fifty visitors, our Community gathered in quiet prayer and song for a Taizé Vigil for Peace led by the Island of Ireland Peace Choir. It was a time to reflect, to hope, and to stand in solidarity with all those affected by violence, war, and injustice around the world. Rooted in the […]
Annual Community Retreat
The Sisters of the Glencairn Community will be making their annual retreat from May 1st to May 8th inclusive. During this special time, designated for extra prayer, reading, and reflection, our Guesthouse and businesses will remain closed. However, telephone messages and emails will be monitored daily, should you need to make contact urgently. We would […]
Easter Ceremonies 2025
All are welcome to join our community for the celebration of our Easter liturgies which will take place in the abbey church at the following times: Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper – 6 pm Good Friday: Passion of the Lord – 3.15 pm Easter Vigil: Commencing at 3.30 am Easter Sunday: Lauds at […]
Spring Has Sprung: New Arrivals on the Farm!
Spring has truly sprung, and things are hopping down on the farm! With the season of renewal well underway, we are delighted to share news about the many new arrivals who now call our farm home. For some years, we have been blessed with a diverse and lively flock of sheep, lovingly cared for by […]
Sr Laura Makes First Profession
On the 25th of March, the Feast of the Annunciation, Sr Laura Cullen took another step in her journey toward the Lord by making her profession of simple vows. The ceremony took place in the chapter room and was both simple and symbolic. Sr Laura was invited to kneel before the Abbess, Mother Marie, place […]
Monastic Vocations Weekend!
We welcome women aged 19 – 40 who are discerning God’s call to visit Glencairn Abbey to find out more about Cistercian life at Glencairn. Meet our community and experience the rhythm of monastic life with our balance of prayer, work, and contemplation. Talk to a sister for vocation guidance. Take some quiet time in the […]
The Many Ways That God Can Call
The following article, written by Sr Laura appeared recently in the March-April edition of ‘Living City’ a magazine produced bi-monthly by Focolare Media. The paths around our monastery are strewn with leaves and the air is cold. As I meander around the barren branches of trees all I can hear is the silence of the […]
New Book Review
‘The Joy of God’ This book, written by Sr Mary David Totah and with a forward by Erik Varden, bishop of Trondheim (Norway), was eagerly received by the Glencairn Community. Find the review here!