Buildings and Grounds Update

Buildings and Grounds Update

Our Buildings and Grounds committee has been busy this season! Most of our buildings are 30 years old or older, and it was time for renovations. The House of Peace, Holy Peace Chapel and the Other House all received new roofs this summer after a stretch of good...

Confirmation Class Visits the Mountain

On a bright, sunny Sunday this summer, the Mountain welcomed a confirmation class from Allegany County on a retreat. The students spent the time with their teacher, the friars, Natalie and our Summer Companions Alexis and Astou. We would like to share with you...
Mountain Life Updates

Mountain Life Updates

Dear Friends, All of us at Mt. Irenaeus and those involved in its leadership continue to reflect on the loss of Fr. Dan Riley. We know you’ve been sharing in that felt sense of loss, too. The stories continue to be shared, reinforcing the tremendous impact he had on...
Welcoming Fr. Bill McIntyre!

Welcoming Fr. Bill McIntyre!

We are pleased to share that Fr. Bill McIntyre, ofm, has joined our resident community! Bill has been living at the Mountain in mutual discernment with us since the beginning of December. A joint decision was made with our Board of Trustees and the friars of Holy...
Ordination of Jason Damon, ofm

Ordination of Jason Damon, ofm

By Larry Orsini, OFS One of God’s greatest gifts is that of tears. Sometimes emotions are so full that they overflow and run down our cheeks. Recently was such a time. My wife Bonnie and I had the privilege of watching the ordination of Jason Damon, ofm, and Louis...