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Programme for the National Novena to Our Lady of Knock 2022

Knock Novena: A Journey in Hope

We are delighted to share the programme for the National Novena with details of guest speakers who will join us for daily ceremonies throughout our 9-day Novena to Our Lady of Knock.

Our theme for this year is ‘A Journey in Hope’, as we look toward the Synod and reflect on the transformative  power of hope and resilience in times of adversity.

This theme of hope leads us towards thinking and reflecting more deeply on the Synod and the fundamental questions that remain at the heart of our continual discourse. We look to the future with the hope of renewal, for God’s guidance and pray that this Novena will offer you, our pilgrims and friends the chance for thought-provoking reflection and discussion.

 

Engaging on the Synod

A unique feature of this year’s Novena will be the ‘Synod Tent’, where members of the public will be invited to learn more about the Synod and what it means for all of us. It will also provide an opportunity for us to listen to what you think Knock Shrine has to offer you and the Church in Ireland at this critical juncture in our history.

 

Daily sessions will take place in the Synod Tent at 12 noon with a facilitator present each day to provide structure and facilitate questions and group discussion.

Novena Ceremonies will take place at 3pm and 8pm in the Basilica.

Find out more about each of our Guest Speakers & Homilists here.

 


Sunday 14  August

3pm         Most Rev Tom Deenihan, Bishop of Meath
                  What is Christian Hope?

8pm         Cormac Henry, former Youth Volunteer at Knock Shrine
                 What Gives me Hope Today?

 

Monday 15  August

3pm & 8pm         Roseanna Ruane, mother of Saoírse Ruane
                              The Power of Prayer in Difficult Times

 

Tuesday 16 August

3pm & 8pm          Dr Nicola Brady, Chair of the Synodal Steering Group
                               The Synodal Pathway: What have we learned and what will we do?

 

Wednesday 17  August

3pm & 8pm        Fr Terence Harrington OFM Cap, St Francis of Assisi Parish in Priorswood, Dublin
                              How Can I Have Hope in my Brokenness?
                            

 

Thursday 18  August

3pm  & 8pm       Halyna Teslyuk, Associate Professor of Old Testament, Ukrainian Catholic University, Lviv
                              A Hope that Inspires  

Knock Shrine will mark this day as a special day of prayer for peace in Ukraine. We are inviting people from the Ukrainian community in Ireland and host families to join us.

Нок Шрайн (Церква села Нок) відзначатиме цей день як особливий день молитви за мир в Україні. Ми запрошуємо людей з української громади в Ірландії та ірландські родини, що прийняли їх до своїх осель, приєднатися до нас.
 

Friday 19 August

3pm & 8pm      Lauren Conroy, Student
                           My Faith Story

 

Saturday 20 August

3pm       Fr Michael McKeever, Diocesan Secretary, Diocese of Raphoe
               Eucharist: a Sign of Hope

8pm       Professor John Feehan, Geologist, Botanist, Author and Broadcaster
               God in Everything that Lives: A Reflection on Laudato Si

 

Sunday 21 August, the Anniversary of the Apparition

3pm      Most Rev Kevin Doran, Bishop of Elphin
              They will take their place at the Feast

8pm       Fr Richard Gibbons, PP and Rector, Knock Shrine
               Knock – the Vision of Hope

The 21st August is Family Day at Knock Shrine, taking place from 11am-3pm in the beautiful grounds of the Shrine. See further details below.

 

Monday 22 August

3pm & 8pm     Most Rev Francis Duffy, Archbishop of Tuam
The Call of the Lord

 


 

Family Day, 21st August

11am – 3pm

Our Family Day is a lovely opportunity for families to get together to enjoy a range of fun activities.

All events and activities are free of charge and take place on the beautiful grounds of Knock Shrine, close to the award-winning Knock Museum and cafe.

There will be outdoor activities taking place on the green (weather permitting) and marquees with indoor workshops, games and more.

Don’t miss this special day of memory making and fun for everyone to enjoy.