It is a great joy to welcome you to the Cathedral of Christ the King for the Closing Session of the Diocesan Inquiry into the Cause for the Beatification and Canonisation of the Servant of God, Father Willie Doyle, SJ. I welcome, in particular, my brother bishops, the clergy and religious of the Diocese and beyond, members of the Jesuit Order, the Defence Attaché to the British Ambassador, representatives …
Fr Willie’s Cause
October 20, 2026
This coming weekend, fresh from the closing of the diocesan phase of Fr Willie’s Cause, we start a speaking tour in Boston, Rhode Island and surrounding areas. We are excited to come to this part of the US with such deep Irish connections and to share Fr Willie’s story of heroic holiness. Individual blessings will be available with Fr Willie’s crucifix. Please come along if you live in the area …
October 19, 2026
It was with great joy that we experienced the closing of the diocesan stage of Fr Willie’s cause for beatification and canonisation yesterday in Mullingar. The large crowds present were an eloquent testimony to appeal that Fr Willie’s life ad spirit has for many people. Now we move to the next stage of the process in Rome. More on that soon. As we move to the Roman phase our expenses …
October 19, 2026
We are delighted to announce that the closing (public) session of the Diocesan Inquiry of Fr Willie’s Cause will take place in the Cathedral of Christ the King in Mullingar at 4pm on Sunday 18 October. The event will start with Solemn Vespers presided over by Most Rev. Dr Tom Deenihan, Bishop of Meath, sung by the Cathedral Choir. The organist will be James Murphy. Fr Conor McDonough OP will …
September 7, 2026
Our next public event will be a talk about Fr Willie in the Franciscan Friary, Wexford on Saturday 5th September 3.30pm. If you are in the area please come along to learn about Fr Willie, venerate some of his relics and perhaps purchase some books and other devotional items. And if you’re not in the area, please share with others who are!
August 25, 2026
Counting today, Fr Doyle’s anniversary is 9 days away. It is traditional for Catholics to reflect on specific themes, or to pray for particular favours, for 9 consecutive days. This is a very ancient tradition and dates back to the earliest days of the Church – the apostles and Mary spent 9 days in prayer between the ascension of Jesus and the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. So, …
August 8, 2026
There will be a talk about Fr Willie with opportunities for a blessing with his crucifix, next Thursday 21st May, in the Courthouse, Gaol Road, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. Come along if you are in the area, and spread the word to others. Please let us know if you would like to help organise a similar event in your own area.
May 13, 2026
There will be a talk about Fr Willie’s heroic holiness, and blessings with his personal crucifix, this Thursday at 7.30pm in St Patrick’s Parish, Corduff, Blanchardstown. Come along, and spread the word.
May 4, 2026
Today is Fr Willie’s birthday. He was born into this world on 3rd March 1873. Through the example of his life, and the impact of his writings, he is still making an impact 153 years later… Will you give him a special birthday present? Perhaps Fr Willie’s story has inspired you? Or maybe, like thousands of others, you feel that Fr Willie has answered your prayers? This is an opportunity …
March 3, 2026
Thanks to the Servant Priests and Brothers of the Home of the Mother, a new short movie on Fr Willie’s war service will be released in Spring 2026! We’re very excited to see it and we trust that it will touch many hearts with the love of God and with admiration for the heroic holiness of Fr Willie. Please pray for those who are putting the finishing touches to this …
December 11, 2025