In his remarks from London today, President Trump stated that “the United States is committed to a phenomenal trade deal between the US and the UK.” Respectfully, the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) reminds the President of the existing U.S. commitment as a guarantor of the 1998 Good Friday Agreement and asks that its fulfillment and the delivery of lasting peace in Ireland must be a precondition to any future US/UK trade deal. Twenty-one years on from that groundbreaking achievement of United States diplomacy, the government of the United Kingdom still has not delivered on many of its Good … [Read more...] about Brexit Trade Deal Should Be Contingent On Existing Good Friday Agreement Commitments Fulfillment
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Hibernians helped Tara Circle and the Emerald Isle Immigration Center Get Their Start
Hibernians helped these two Irish community support organizations get their start, now one gives the other a boost- The Tara Circle supports the Emerald Isle Immigration Center’s Woodlawn building renovation fund! Photo: Emerald Isle Immigration Center on Katonah Ave aka The Emerald Mile With the soon-to-be-expanded Woodlawn offices of the Emerald Isle Immigration Center as a backdrop, board members of two Irish community organizations serving the New York Metro area met for an exciting development! “Plans for the space renovation have been underway for a number of years, and this … [Read more...] about Hibernians helped Tara Circle and the Emerald Isle Immigration Center Get Their Start
Make Adoption An Option
From John Patrick Walsh, Pro-Life Chairman ... While home for Easter, my mother relayed a heartbreaking local news story to me. To make a long tragedy short, a local teen mother smothered her newborn infant son before obtaining the father’s help in disposing of the body in a nearby housing community dumpster. The young woman had hid the pregnancy from her parents and only came to the attention of local authorities after sharing pictures of the child, and alluding to her actions, through text messages with a friend who alerted police. (To date the body has not been found and police have … [Read more...] about Make Adoption An Option
TYRONE FAMILIES URGE BIG TURNOUT FOR AOH BOOK TOUR
Tyrone victims' relatives are appealing for support for this week’s AOH sponsored launches of the book Counterinsurgency and Collusion. As Professor Mark McGovern of Edge Hill University in England joined by Mark Thompson of Relatives for Justice flew to America to begin a multistate tour on Sunday in Philadelphia, Tyrone families made their appeal to underline the importance of American support in their battle for justice. Poilin Quinn, sister of John Quinn murdered by the UVF alongside three other men in Cappagh, County Tyrone, on March 3rd 1991, said: “This book tells the definitive … [Read more...] about TYRONE FAMILIES URGE BIG TURNOUT FOR AOH BOOK TOUR
Catholic Calendar – June 2019
To All Hibernians: In June we pass out of the Easter season. Sunday, June 23, is the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). On Sunday, June 30, we pass into Ordinary time, and the color for vestments is green. MAJOR SAINTS AND FEAST DAYS OF JUNE June 1 Justin Martyr Memorial June 3 Charles Lwanga & Companions Memorial June 5 Boniface, Martyr Memorial June 11 Barnabas, Apostle Memorial June 13 Anthony of Padua Memorial June 21 Aloysius Gonzaga Memorial June 24 Nativity of John the Baptist Solemnity June 27 Cyril of … [Read more...] about Catholic Calendar – June 2019
Rituals and Degrees Update…
From Jack Schneider, National Chairman Rituals and Degrees ... Several National Board and State Board Officers traveled recently to bucolic Carbondale, PA for the Testimonial Dinner of outgoing PA State President, Joe Hosie. Joe has always been an ardent supporter of the Major Degree works of the Order and we sincerely thank him for his service to the Order and for his support. Many County Boards throughout the land are currently holding County Board elections. We congratulate all the newly elected County Board Officers who will wear the Green Ribbon and wish them much luck and … [Read more...] about Rituals and Degrees Update…
McGOVERN-THOMPSON LAUNCH GROUNDBREAKING BOOK ON BRITISH COLLUSION – U.S. TOUR
A groundbreaking new book shows Britain armed, directed, paid and protected loyalist agents to carry out murders in Tyrone and Derry, then denied blame. Professor Mark McGovern, joined by Mark Thompson of Relatives for Justice, will begin a seven state American launch of COLLUSION COUNTERINSURGENCY in NORTHERN IRELAND, on June 2nd.They will present shocking new findings in public events and Congressional meetings in a tour organized by the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Relatives for Justice, but now supported by a growing list of Irish-American groups. AT STAKE A central claim used by … [Read more...] about McGOVERN-THOMPSON LAUNCH GROUNDBREAKING BOOK ON BRITISH COLLUSION – U.S. TOUR
Cardinal Dolan to celebrate Mass in honor of all veterans.
from Veteran's Affairs Committee ... On Sunday, May 26, 2019, at St. Patrick's Cathedral, His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan will celebrate the 10:15 AM High Mass in honor of all veterans, especially those who died in service. It is requested that any Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) members, especially veterans, who want to attend, assemble by the main entrance to St. Patrick's Cathedral (5th Ave. between East 50 and 51 Streets), by 9:50 AM. There will be a procession, led by an Honor Guard/Color Guard, into the cathedral consisting of US Navy personnel in NYC participating in … [Read more...] about Cardinal Dolan to celebrate Mass in honor of all veterans.
Political Education Committee Report
from Neil Cosgrove, PEC Chairman ... Brothers: All signs point to things heating up on the Political Education front, Brexit still poses a threat to Ireland, both north and south. Let us remember that the people of Northern Ireland rejected Brexit by 56% and the citizens of the Republic of Ireland had no vote in the referendum at all, yet Ireland will disproportionately bear the brunt of Britain’s decision to leave the EU. This threat includes the real possibility of a hard border as a result of a hard Brexit which appears more likely every day. We have seen recent statements by … [Read more...] about Political Education Committee Report
Honor Thy Fathers and Mothers
from John Patrick Walsh, Pro-Life Chairman ... Brothers and Sisters, The months of May and June present us with an excellent opportunity to give thanks and honor the mothers and fathers in our lives. The Church dedicates the month of May to Mary, with many parishes hosting special events to honor our spiritual mother. Online I have seen a few divisions and boards who took the time to honor their mothers, an action I encourage each division to emulate. But why stop there? Our respect of life acknowledges the role that both men and women play in its creation and care. Therefore, it is … [Read more...] about Honor Thy Fathers and Mothers
Irish Immigration Summit at Irish Embassy
E3 Visas for Irish Revisited- House and Ways Committee Chairman US Rep. Richie Neal recently reintroduced H.R.2418 to add Ireland to the E-3 Non-Immigrant Visa. This Bill, which would allocate the remainder of Australia's 10,500 E3 visas for Irish applicants. Based on last years effort, we learned that many Congress members think Ireland has no problems getting visas to the U.S. Hibernians must educate their Congress reps that the Irish for over 50 years have been adversely affected by current rules. This Bill doesn't address issues of the undocumented and those long waiting for immigrant … [Read more...] about Irish Immigration Summit at Irish Embassy
MAY FFAI 2019 BULLETIN
A chairde: FFAI ISSUES UPDATE A- Six month deportation reprieve for Malachy McAllister- Less than 48 hours before his scheduled deportation, Senators and Congressmen supporting Malachy McAllister were told that Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan would grant a six month stay. Belfast born Hibernian and key member of the AOH National FFAI Committee, Malachy McAllister was scheduled to be deported on April 30th, after 23 years, in America. He was ordered deported because he had been jailed as a Republican political prisoner for his alleged role in an attack on the Royal … [Read more...] about MAY FFAI 2019 BULLETIN
Catholic Calendar – May 2019
To All Hibernians: The month of May this year falls within the Easter season, the liturgical color being white. The Ascension of the Lord, a solemnity and holy day of obligation, falls this year on May 30. Many dioceses of the United States, however, have transferred the feast to the Seventh Sunday of Easter, June 2. MAJOR SAINTS AND FEAST DAYS OF MAY May 1 Joseph the Worker May 2 Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor Memorial May 3 Philip and James, Apostles Feast May 14 Matthias, Apostle Feast May 20 Bernardine of Siena May 30 The Ascension of the Lord … [Read more...] about Catholic Calendar – May 2019
Rituals and Degrees Update …
From National Rituals and Degrees Chairman Jack Schneider Major Degrees Teams returned to action after the month of March celebrations to honor our Patron Saint with Major Degree events in Philadelphia, PA and River Edge, NJ in April. Forty-Seven Brothers received their Major Degrees of the Order at the Philadelphia event while another seventeen Brothers accomplished same in the River Edge event and we welcome them into full Brotherhood within our Order. It was a pleasure to be in attendance at both Major Degree ceremonies along with National Director Ed Halligan. Brothers from the … [Read more...] about Rituals and Degrees Update …
Omaha’s Father Flanagan Division Responds To Floods Ravaging Nebraska
From National Director John Wilson ... With the recent flood ravaging Nebraska, many charitable organizations have seen a drop in donations as emergency needs caused by the flood have had to take precedence. In this time of need, the (AOH) Father Flanagan Division of Omaha have recently stepped up to donate more than $5,000 of food to Omaha’s Society of St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry, which had run out of numerous items including soups, vegetables and canned goods according to John Farnan of the Flanagan Division. The donation by the AOH included: • A 6-foot-high pallet of canned … [Read more...] about Omaha’s Father Flanagan Division Responds To Floods Ravaging Nebraska
Hibernians Thank President Trump, Members of the Senate, House and Cardinal Dolan for Six Month Stay of McAllister Deportation, Call for Fixing the System.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians wish to express their appreciation to President Trump for another stay of deportation for Malachy McAllister. This stay would not have been possible without the direct involvement and untiring efforts of Senator Schumer, Senator Graham, Senator Menendez, Rep. Peter King, Rep. Eliot Engel, Rep. Bill Pascrell, Rep. Richie Neal, Rep. Chris Smith, other Senate and House supporters, and his Eminence Cardinal Dolan. At a time when there is little common ground in Washington, that so many prominent figures in their respective parties and the Cardinal of … [Read more...] about Hibernians Thank President Trump, Members of the Senate, House and Cardinal Dolan for Six Month Stay of McAllister Deportation, Call for Fixing the System.
Project St. Patrick – Support Vocations 2019 Easter Appeal
Brothers, The Ancient Order of Hibernians was founded to protect our clergy. What better way to support our clergy than supporting vocations? I am asking you to bring this Easter Appeal Packet forward and include it as part of your Division, County and State agendas in order to make the 2019 Easter Appeal for vocations a success. All scholarship dollars raised will support seminarians and religious vocations in local Hibernians dioceses. In order to accomplish this, we need immediate assistance from your Division. Please fill out the enclosed Division Diocese Form and include the name … [Read more...] about Project St. Patrick – Support Vocations 2019 Easter Appeal
Mc Guinness Principles
As we approach the 21-year mark, we proudly recognize America’s contribution to the Good Friday Agreement and reaffirm its fundamental Principles. As a respected statesman, Martin McGuinness reached across the political, socio-economic and religious divide, stood by the implementation of the Good Friday Agreement and committed the remainder of his life to working towards the fulfillment of its goals. Martin McGuinness’s legacy, through his own words, is commemorated in each of the McGuinness Principles. In memory of all who brought us this far, we ask that you pledge support for … [Read more...] about Mc Guinness Principles
APRIL FFAI 2019 BULLETIN
A chairde: FFAI ISSUES UPDATE A- Brexit chaos as Westminster rejects May deal- Britain's exit from the European Union, Brexit, due March 29th was delayed as Westminster vetoed Prime Minister Theresa May's deal with the EU. Multiple parliamentary defeats made May ask the EU for an extension. No one knows what will happen next. Had Britain accepted May's withdrawal deal with the EU nations, Brexit could have gone ahead on May 22nd. Brexit could go ahead without any deal on April 12th or Britain could ask for more time and even renegotiations. Exiting after May 22nd, would require Britain … [Read more...] about APRIL FFAI 2019 BULLETIN
HIBERNIAN FACT-FINDING MISSION CONCLUDES
Hibernians completed a highly publicized nine day fact-finding mission which included, a Ballymurphy Massacre Inquest session, receptions by Belfast and Derry Mayors, questioning Derry's Unionist Deputy Mayor and eight Councillors, briefings on collusion, legacy justice, Brexit, Pat Finucane, Bloody Sunday and the Dalraidian environmental threat, as well as meetings and presentations to community groups. The Freedom for all Ireland (FFAI) delegation led by President Jim McKay and LAOH President Carol Sheyer included leading Hibernians from 13 states. They concluded in Dublin briefing Irish … [Read more...] about HIBERNIAN FACT-FINDING MISSION CONCLUDES