We publish an occasional magazine, called Veritas, with news, poetry and articles from the Lay Dominicans of our Province. We also occasionally receive longer reflections and pieces of writing, and we publish these on our website in the ‘Reflections‘ section, where you’ll find reflections on subjects from the Dominican Dog, to Lent and the Ascension.
Congratulations to Meena and Philip who made their first profession in North East fraternity today, at St. Cuthbert’s church in Durham. Meena and Philip are shown with Andy Doyle, the President of the group, and with fr. Jude OP, the Religious Assistant. The group photo includes the other members of the fraternity who were there
The island of Jamaica has been devastated by a major hurricane. The Dominican friars in Jamaica and Grenada are members of our Province, and are involved in the work to provide relief and assistance to the people affected. Fr Clifton Harris OP, the superior of the Dominican community, has been appointed to an Archdiocesan team
Emma and John-James Colvin and Margaret Malcolm made their Temporary Professions in the Edinburgh Fraternity on the feast of St Francis. Please keep them in your prayers.
Today, Saturday 6th September 2025, we celebrated the Temporary Profession of Alison Deighan. Please keep Alison in your prayers.
It is with profound sadness we have to report the passing of Antonia (Toni) Lacey, of the Oxford Lay Dominican Fraternity, after a long and inspiring struggle against a range of infirmities. We will all miss her. Please pray for the Repose of her Soul and the Comfort of her Family, particularly Alan, her husband,
London fraternity celebrates three newly admitted members, Dominic McCann, Anne Burke-Gaffney and Mary Antonisamy. The photograph shows the 3 newly admitted, plus other members of the fraternity and religious assistant, Fr Matthew. Please keep Dominic,Anne and Mary in your prayers.
The Master of the Order, fr. Gerard Timoner OP, has recently published 2 important documents. Links to these documents can also be found on the Resources pages of our website.
On 7th June, our new group in Lymington celebrated 1 admission and 5 professions! Congratulations to Amanda who was admitted, and to Claire, Clare, Dymphna, Jacqueline and Johanna who made their First profession. They are pictured with Margaret Grant from ths Lymington group, and Geraldine and Felice from the Tamar group, who have been supporting
The Vatican has today announced that Pope Francis has died. In making the announcement, Cardinal Kevin Farrell said “His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church.” Eternal rest, grant unto him O Lord,and let perpetual light shine upon him.May he rest in peace.Amen. Note of Condolence from the
