14 Feb 2026
Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project
The Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project continues to work with and for people seeking refuge in Australia. The Project continues to advocate for justice for asylum seekers and to inform and
News
06 Feb 2026
Peace Begins with Dignity: A Global Call to End Human Trafficking
Brigidines acknowledge and participate in the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking which is held each year on 8th February, the Feast of St Josephine Bakhita.
25 Jan 2026
Waitangi Day, 2026
On February 6, in solidarity with our New Zealand Sisters, Brigidines honour Waitangi Day! Waitangi Day is a public national holiday and a day of commemoration, reflection and celebration. It
25 Jan 2026
Brigid, a Voice for the Ages
Brigid, a Voice for the Ages, is the theme for this year’s upcoming annual Feile Bride. Brigidines across the world rejoice with our Sisters at Solas Bhride as they welcome,
25 Jan 2026
Pause for Peace, St Brigid’s Day 2026
Solas Bhríde Centre and Into Kildare – Kildare Tourism Board, jointly launched a global Pause for Peace movement in Solas Bhríde Centre on January 12th 2023. Since its launch the movement
25 Jan 2026
‘Australia Day carries different meanings for people’
On January 26th 2026, Brigidines living in Australia will enjoy the break in routine that comes with a National Holiday. We stand in solidarity with all our Australian Sisters who,
29 Dec 2025
‘Peace be with you all’
In the footsteps of Jesus, Brigid of Kildare and our Founder, Daniel Delany, the Brigidine Congregation continues to stand for Justice and Peace – within the human community and with
24 Dec 2025
Christmas 2025
Brigidines acknowledge and give thanks for the Gifts of 2025 – for the people, places and ministries with which our lives interconnect; for colleagues, associates, friends, communities, families. We wish
12 Dec 2025
Thank you, Solas Bhride
Brigidine Sisters give thanks to the Team at Solas Bhride who, throughout 2025, have again welcomed and walked with many pilgrims, from all corners of the world – In the
12 Dec 2025
Thank you, UNANIMA
“… the impact of an organisation does not end when its doors close; rather it is woven into the communities it has uplifted and the minds it has inspired.”
12 Dec 2025
Thank you, Kildare Ministries
“Throughout the year, our schools and community works have embodied hospitality not as a single action, but as a lived expression of who we are and who we are called
30 Nov 2025
Open hearts, renewed hope…
“We are not faced with two separate crises, one environmental and the other social, but rather with one complex crisis which is both social and environmental. ” – Laudato Si’,
27 Nov 2025
Advent at Solas Bhride
Advent is a time to pause, to prepare, to wait, to be ready to celebrate “God with us”. Advent is an invitation to a place of possibility, a place of
25 Nov 2025
News from Talitha Kum and Networks
Brigidines continue to applaud and support the mission of Talitha Kum Networks. Their work is inspiring, their advocacy is vital and their publications offer awareness, information and call to action.
25 Nov 2025
16 Days of Activism
During the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign (25 Nov – 10 Dec) ACRATH invites us to share their Activism Calendar, daily reflections and calls to action.
25 Nov 2025
Violence against women – in the digital realm
On 25 November each year, International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women brings a confronting reminder to the world’s attention: “Violence against women and girls remains one of the
25 Nov 2025
Talitha Kum’s Award – and Talitha Kum’s response…
Brigidines support the work of Talitha Kum, the UISG co-ordinating group for Sister- initiated organisations against trafficking of humans. Recently Talitha Kum received recognition with a civic award for Solidarity
28 Oct 2025
Kildare Ministries
Kildare Ministries continues to develop, grow and lead transformative culture and practice in the schools. And Brigidine Sisters rejoice! The core value, Hospitality (Welcoming all), is a focus in the Kildare
28 Oct 2025
What’s happening at BASP?
The Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project continues to: – provide hospitality and practical support for people seeking asylum – actively network with like-minded individuals and groups who are working for justice
28 Oct 2025
What’s happening at Solas Bhride?
Brigidine Sisters and the Team at Solas Bhride, Kildare, continue to create a place of welcome, tranquillity and peace – “an environment where right relationships with self, others, the cosmos
28 Oct 2025
Preferential option for the poor
“I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me” (Matthew 25:35) Brigidines welcome Pope Leo’s
25 Oct 2025
An invitation from Laudato Si Movement…
The Laudato Si Movement (Catholics for our Common Home) has sent a message to all people of goodwill, highlighting Pope Leo’s recent call for care: “ At the Raising Hope for
18 Oct 2025
Anti-Trafficking Day in Europe
On Saturday 18th October, Europe honours EU Anti-Trafficking Day. The day serves as an occasion to build Europe-wide commitment for ending trafficking in human beings, to raise awareness, to exchange
18 Oct 2025
Respect and Effective Support
“Poverty is not a personal failure; it is a systemic failure – a denial of dignity and human rights.” – UN Secretary-General António Guterres Brigidines recognise International Day for the
10 Oct 2025
The girl I am, the change I lead…
Brigidines recognise that every year on October 11th, the world comes together to celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child. The day is dedicated to recognizing and promoting girls’
21 Sep 2025
Kildare Ministries Pilgrimage: In the footsteps of Brigid and Nano
“…we are united by a common desire: to be touched anew by the charism of our founders and to carry their flame into the future of Kildare Ministries.” – Nicole
21 Sep 2025
Peace with Creation – Reflections from Talitha Kum
Brigidine Sisters support the mission of Talitha Kum that promotes collaboration among networks organized at national, regional and continental level. The networks actively support victims, survivors and people at
21 Sep 2025
Act Now for a Peaceful World
“Around the world lives are being ripped apart, childhoods extinguished, and basic human dignity discarded, amidst the cruelty and degradations of war. “ – UN Secretary-General António Guterres Brigidines acknowledge
21 Sep 2025
Talitha Kum insights…
“Human trafficking is an open wound on the body of the modern humanity” Pope Francis Factual, insightful and grassroots information empowers all people of good will to advocate and
31 Aug 2025
Season of Creation 2025
“In this our time, we still see… an economic paradigm that exploits Earth’s resources and marginalises the poorest.” (Pope Leo, St Peter’s Square, 18 May 2025.) Brigidine Sisters and their
21 Aug 2025
Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project – update
“I was a stranger and you made me welcome.” “Help us to send a simple, quiet and powerful message that it’s time for action.” – Australian Churches Taskforce for
11 Aug 2025
Peace with Creation – at Solas Bhride
The Season of Creation, beginning on 1st September, is the annual ecumenical celebration of prayer and action for our common home. Through seminars, workshops, song, dance and meditation, Solas Bhride
11 Aug 2025
Kildare Ministries
“May our ministries and communities offer a peace that welcomes, a hope that heals, and a justice that invites all to the table.” -Nicole Mangelsdorf, KM News Aug ’25 Brigidines
09 Aug 2025
Keep watch in the night
Declaration for Peace: 14th August – Day of Prayer and Fasting “As Women who keep watch in the night, we continue to believe that even in the darkest hour, a
08 Aug 2025
It takes courage
The Melbourne – based Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project (BASP) is a community work of Kildare Ministries. With the support of volunteers and generous financial contributors, BASP continues its efforts to:
08 Aug 2025
Guardians of ancient knowledge
Brigidine Sisters across the Congregation recognise the United Nations’ International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples on August 9th. On this day, people from around the world are encouraged to spread
26 Jul 2025
complex, systemic, hidden – and organised
Brigidine Sisters in all corners of the Congregation acknowledge World Day Against Trafficking in Persons – 30 July 2025, a day that aims to shed light on the scourge that Human
26 Jul 2025
Talitha Kum Online Event
On July 29th from 13:00 to 14:30 CEST, Talitha Kum – UISG will present its 2024 annual report (in English, with simultaneous interpretation in Spanish, French, Italian, and Portuguese).
04 Jul 2025
Kildare Ministries
As Australian schools’ 2nd Term 2025 comes to an end, Brigidines give thanks for the dedication of Kildare Ministries’ people and we wish each one some happy rest time. The
04 Jul 2025
‘Strength, Vision & Legacy’
NAIDOC WEEK 2025 – 6 to 13 JULY Brigidines honour NAIDOC Week which is held annually in Australia to celebrate the joy and pride of culture and connect with community.
16 Jun 2025
Mānawatia a Matariki!
In solidarity with our New Zealand Sisters, Brigidines honour Matariki Day which in 2025 falls on 20 June. Matariki is the star cluster, of nine stars, most commonly known across
15 Jun 2025
World Refugee Day 2025
Brigidines acknowledge World Refugee Day on 20 June. We honour and celebrate the strength, courage, resilience and contribution of people of refugee background and people seeking asylum. Across our
08 Jun 2025
UNANIMA to entrust legacy…
The Brigidine Congregation has enthusiastically supported UNANIMA International since 2002 – as UNANIMA members have continued to work tirelessly for justice through collaboration, advocacy and education. The Board of
31 May 2025
Pentecost Spirit lives in the core of the natural universe
In this Laudato Si 10th anniversary year, the Brigidine Laudato Si Task Group offers some reading for reflection at Pentecost time… The Holy Spirit is a dynamic, cosmic force pulsing
31 May 2025
“I have come that you may have life…” ACRATH 20 years on.
Brigidines acknowledge and support the mission and work of ACRATH – and offer our gratitude and applause for two decades of the mission, “to eliminate human trafficking and the harm
30 May 2025
Talitha Kum networks
Brigidines applaud the mission and work of Talitha Kum networks and are grateful for the awareness and learning they offer through their updates and Newsletters. READ recent news from:
30 May 2025
In the footsteps of Brigid…
Embracing an understanding of the sacredness and interconnectedness of all creation As Brigidines honour Laudato Si Week (in 10th year) and World Environment Day 2025, we spare a thought
30 May 2025
World Environment Day
Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and held annually on 5 June, World Environment Day creates a spotlight on environmental challenges of our time. Each World Environment Day
26 May 2025
Welcoming the stranger – with kindness?
During Australia’s recent Federal Election campaign there was very little talk about, or focus on, asylum seekers. The re-elected Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese did however mention “kindness for those
26 May 2025
“Bridging Now to Next” 2025
Reconciliation Week, Australia Brigidines in Australia honour the enduring efforts made on the journey towards Reconciliation and acknowledge Australia’s National Reconciliation Week, which is held from 27 May – 3rd
24 May 2025
Laudato Si Week
Having become increasingly aware of the ecological crisis of our times, in May 2015 the late Pope Francis published the Encyclical, Laudato Si. Laudato Si called for all people of
24 May 2025
Pope Leo begins with gratitude…
“…let us build a Church founded on God’s love, a sign of unity, a missionary Church that opens its arms to the world, proclaims the word, allows itself to be
10 May 2025
Welcome, Pope Leo
Brigidine Sisters welcome the election of Pope Leo XIV with his message of peace in these fragile times in our world: “A peace that is unarmed and disarming, humble
10 May 2025
Kildare Ministries
The Flame of Hope continues to enlighten Kildare Ministries’ journey and Brigidines continue to admire and rejoice in all that Kildare Ministries has become. The most recent Newsletter from Kildare
10 May 2025
A Hope that Transforms
Our thoughts are with our Sister, Louise Cleary and all Congregational Leaders as they gather for the 23rd Assembly of the UISG in Rome this week. In this Jubilee Year,
09 May 2025
Laudato Si – 10 years on…
While awaiting the announcement of his successor, we continue to give thanks for the life, service, humility and legacy of Pope Francis. We remain mindful of his non-wavering call to
23 Apr 2025
Pope Francis – inspirational leader
Brigidine Sisters give thanks for the inspirational leadership of Pope Francis and mourn his death. Pope Francis constantly drew us to the gospel imperative to care for those on
19 Apr 2025
Eastering in 2025
‘…the task the risen Jesus leaves to his followers.’ This article by Michael McGirr appeared in the recent edition of Eureka Street. Pause for thought: Eastering in us
16 Apr 2025
Summer at Solas Bhride
Solas Bhride – a place of Pilgrimage, a place of Hope – sends Easter Blessings and invitations to Summer celebrations and events : Solas Bhride News April
12 Apr 2025
Ecological Way of the Cross
Pope Francis repeatedly calls for all to recognise, with reverence, the interconnectedness of all life. He does not waver in his efforts to highlight the relationships between nature, society and
12 Apr 2025
Pilgrims of Hope
“We must fan the flame of hope that has been given us, and help everyone to gain new strength and certainty by looking to the future with an open spirit,
28 Mar 2025
RENATE: Safe Houses and Shelters
RENATE has recently launched the Resource: Shelters and Safe Houses Booklet. The comprehensive resource highlights the vital work being carried out across the RENATE network – and provides
27 Mar 2025
“on behalf of those left furthest behind in our world…”
Brigidines support the mission of UNANIMA International as it continues to gain voice at the UN to advocate “on behalf of those left furthest behind in our world.”
27 Mar 2025
“I have come that they may have life, life in its fullness” (John 10:10)
“ACRATH’s motto is taken from John’s Gospel: that all may have life and have It to the full. Every action we take is aligned to this Gospel call… “In 2024,
20 Mar 2025
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Brigidines acknowledge the UN’s International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on 21 March. From Peace Rally to massacre: On 21st March 1960, during a peaceful anti-apartheid protest rally in the
06 Mar 2025
What’s happening at Solas Bhride?
Brigidines acknowledge with gratitude the ministry and mission of Solas Bhride, Kildare, Ireland, a spirituality centre of welcome and hospitality. The Spring Equinox 2025 On 20th March, the
06 Mar 2025
Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project
Brigidines continue to be mindful of the plight of people forced to flee homelands and seek asylum across the world. Sisters are involved, in numerous ways, in companionship and support
06 Mar 2025
The Hidden Faces
‘The Brigidine partnership with UNANIMA International, which began in September 2003 provides us with a voice for change in a way that is beyond our capacity as a community of sisters. In
06 Mar 2025
More on Ambassadors of Hope
Recently, a group of Talitha Kum* Youth Ambassadors from around the world organised a flash mob and silent protest in Rome to sensitize the community against human trafficking and to show
06 Mar 2025
International Women’s Day 2025
This year’s UN theme for International Women’s Day is: For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment Brigidines acknowledge the UN International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated annually on March 8th.
21 Feb 2025
Bridging Gaps
Brigidines acknowledge World Day of Social Justice on February 20 and the 2025 theme: “Empowering Inclusion: Bridging Gaps for Social Justice,” In the footsteps of Brigid of Kildare and
02 Feb 2025
“Ambassadors of Hope: Together Against Human Trafficking”
Brigidines support the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking which takes place each year on February 8th – the day dedicated to the memory of Sudanese woman,
31 Jan 2025
Pause for Peace on St Brigid’s Day 2025
“The Pause for Peace movement invites people from around the world to stop and pause for 1 minute’s silence/reflection at 12 o’clock local time on St. Brigid’s day, February
24 Jan 2025
Féile Bride 2025
Imagining a future in the footsteps of Brigid. Brigidines across the world rejoice with our sisters and Team at Solas Bhríde as they welcome, lead, organise and offer hospitality
24 Jan 2025
Australia Day 2025
On January 26th Brigidines living in Australia will enjoy the break in routine that comes with a National Holiday. We stand in solidarity with all our Australian Sisters who, on Australia
14 Dec 2024