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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
‘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!
Over a thousand friends and visitors of Mount Melleray Abbey flocked to attend a Thanksgiving Mass on January 25th, to say goodbye to the monks as they prepared for their departure to Roscrea. The Thanksgiving Mass, celebrated by Dom Eamon, former Abbot of Mt Melleray and Abbot General of the Cistercian Order, was concelebrated by […]
In response to requests for book recommendations received by various members of the Glencairn Community, we hope to post a series of book reviews over the next couple of months by Sisters at all stages of the monastic journey i.e. from postulant to Abbess. For your convenience, these will be made accessible here: https://www.glencairnabbey.org/bookreviews/ The […]
On the evening of Saturday 11th January, we were delighted to welcome another visit by the Lismore choir, who upheld a long standing tradition of sharing some highlights from their Christmas programme with the Community. This year’s recital featured both traditional and less well known music, including excerpts from Handel’s Messiah, a unique piece […]
On the great Feast of the Holy Founders of our Order, a sister in formation was invited by the Abbess to share the following reflection with the Community at chapter: Every Monday morning for the past year, Mother Marie and I have been studying the Exordium Course compiled by Fr Michael Casey OCSO on the […]
