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The Weaponsation of Cultural Beliefs in Human Trafficking
Webinar Recording Further Resources Organisations Working in the Field of Human Traficking To mark St. Bakhita’s Day and the World Day of Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking earlier this month, we collaborated with author David Lohan and the Society of African...
Congratulations to Our Newly Elected District Leadership Team
The OLA Ireland Assembly has come to a close and we extend our heartfelt congratulations to our new District Leadership Team, Mary Crowley our District Leader; Gabrielle Farrell and Janet Nutakor as District Councillors. We pray for abundant blessings upon them...
Embracing the Sacred Journey of Lent
As we journey through the sacred season of Lent, we are invited to embark on a profound pilgrimage of the heart—a journey that beckons us to delve deep within ourselves and explore the rich landscape of our relationship with God, with our own souls, and with...
Collaboration, Magic and Little Miracles
The core of the OLA mission is to know and love God, and to make God known and loved. With God at the centre, this mission unfolds through our various ministries with a commitment to non-violent action for justice, peace, and the integrity of creation. Our primary...
2024 International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking
The International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking (IDPAAHT) is celebrated annually on the Feast of Saint Josephine Bakhita on 8 February, since formally observed in 2015. Inspired by the commitment of young people from all over the world, the...
The Weaponisation of Cultural Beliefs in Human Trafficking: A Webinar
In February, the prayer focus of the OLA Justice desk is for the victims of the insidious crime of human trafficking. Despite our collective efforts, human trafficking continues to plague societies worldwide, its grasp extending across borders and cultures. To mark...
St Brigid’s Day Celebrations Ardfoyle
On the eve of the Feast of St Brigid, Ardfoyle came alive with our annual neighbourhood celebration. Embracing Irish traditions, the children brought the rushes into the hall to craft St. Brigid's crosses. We sang the hymn dedicated to St Brigid, spoke the blessing in...
RIP Sr Rosarri O’Sullivan OLA
Sr Rosarii O’Sulluvan was called home to God on Tuesday. Sr Rosarri would have celebrated her 104th birthday in March. She is deeply regretted by her niece, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews and all the Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles. A Requiem Mass to celebrate...
Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions 2024
The Holy Father's monthly prayer intentions are entrusted to the Worldwide Prayer Network and serve as a global call to transform prayers into concrete actions. Originally established in 1844 as the Apostleship of Prayer, this network, initiated by the Jesuits,...
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