Saint John of God Brothers West European Province
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We celebrate, with joy and gratitude to the Lord, the feast of Saint John of God. Our Founder was a model of hospitality for all, especially those who benefited from
Br. Donatus Forkan, OH, Re-Elected as Provincial of the West European Province
As the Fifth Chapter of the West European Province continues, today, 5th March 2026, Brothers have re-elected Brother Donatus Forkan as Provincial for the next four-year term. Members of the
Provincial Chapter of the Western Europe Province Commences
Today, March 3rd, the Western Europe Province begins its 5th Provincial Chapter at Mount St Anne’s Retreat & Conference Centre, Portarlington, Co.Laois. We entrust to the Lord this group of
“For the love of God, do good for yourselves by doing good for others.”
Saint John of God
A John of God Brother is a man, who shows evidence in his life, that he is willing to be a Brother to Jesus …
Our Symbol: The Pomegranate
The symbol of the Order is the Pomegranate – the apple of Granada.
Our logo incorporates the pomegranate with a cross.
The pomegranate is the fruit often referred to in the Old Testament as representing the virtue of charity.
The motto of the Order is “God is Love“ (1 John 4:8)