Order of Malta Ireland

14/06/2026

Updates from a continued busy week in . The Hospitallier John Wright, KMOb and the National Director Comdr. Brian Coote, KM met with the President of the Region of West Ukraine through whose office the work of the Order of Malta efforts in the region are coordinated. They also visited a Hero Cemetery to pay our respects and witness of the true cost of war and had the pleasure of meeting a real life Hero of Ukraine who was honoured with a hero medal from President Zolensky.

The team were also deeply privileged to be part of bringing even a little respite or smile to children who have lost their fathers, homes, and moved to the other side of Ukraine with nothing in the hope of safety.

This is all part of the Order of Malta's international humanitarian commitment serving the sick and poor. To find out more or to donate visit:
https://www.malteser-international.org/en/our-work/europe/ukraine.html

13/06/2026

13/06/2026

After a busy few days the team are back from after providing medical support along with other Order of Malta colleagues during the the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM).

An early start for the team to travel home after a farewell BBQ at the Order of Malta embassy in Lithuania for a celebration and awarding of certs of service and thanks.

Thanks to all the who headed out and the team at Maltos ordino pagalbos tarnyba - maltiečiai for the hospitality!

11/06/2026

The team in are not the only ones on international missions at the moment. Two of our volunteers the Hospitallier John Wright, KMOb and the National Director Comdr. Brian Coote, KM have travelled to this week.

They, along with colleagues from Order of Malta Romania have travelled to Kamianets-Podilskyi in western Ukraine, to assist the ongoing humanitarian mission in the region. During they week they will assist with an initiative comprising of a mobile playground along with a mobile kitchen and other facilities which travels to settlements in the area where mothers with children and the elderly who had previously been living on or near the frontline near Donbask and Kharkiv of the war are now being temporaily housed, often in improvised shelters. Many have lost everything including fathers, sons and husbands. The programme is designed to bring support, dignity and hope providing fresh meals, essential supplies and some joyful activities for children and communities displaced by war as they rebuild their confidence and lives.

Today they met with Ukrainian colleagues to offer support and solidarity from all in Order of Malta Ireland.

09/06/2026

Another update from our in , the "City of Mercy," providing medical support along with other Order of Malta colleagues during the the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM).

The teams today were providing medical assistance at Cathedral Square and Rasų g. 6 where the main convention is taking place! It's not been all hard work with the teams getting to enjoy a bit of sightseeing and local cuisine in between shifts!

Well done to the team and great to see the international collaboration with colleagues including Maltos ordino pagalbos tarnyba - maltiečiai

09/06/2026

Updates from our volunteers in , the "City of Mercy," providing medical support along with other Order of Malta colleagues during the the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM).

Two more volunteers arrived on Sunday night and Monday was a very busy day all round.

Gillian and Tina covered Vilnius Heritage Museum, Vencislav and David covered covered Gates of Dawn, and
James and Jakub had a very busy day providing care at the House of Saint Faustina and then onto Rasų g. 6 where the main convention is taking place!

Well done to the team and great to see the international collaboration with colleagues from Maltos ordino pagalbos tarnyba - maltiečiai.

07/06/2026

Not only are our busy all over the country this weekend but also overseas.

Currently four of our volunteers are in Vilnius, the "City of Mercy," providing medical support along with other Order of Malta colleagues during the the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM). Two additional volunteers will arrive this evening.

During the next few days they will ensure the thousands of international pilgrims have a safe and healthy experience by providing rapid medical support and compassionate care, putting the Congress's message of mercy into practical action.

This will be a great week for international collaboration along with our colleagues form Germany (Malteser in Deutschland), Poland (Fundacja Pomoc Maltańska - Maltańska Służba Medyczna), Romania (Serviciul de Ajutor Maltez Baia Mare) Lithuania (Maltos ordino pagalbos tarnyba - maltiečiai) and we will have more updates throughout the week!

07/06/2026

Yesterday teams were providing medical cover at the 30th Anniversary celebrations at the RNLI lifeboat station in Achill. While there they had the pleasure of meeting Uachtarán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly where she spoke fondly of her own memories in The Order of Malta Cadets and Ambulance Corps.

The also met with Dara Calleary TD, Minister for Social Protection of Ireland and Alan Dillon TD for a great day in sunny Achill!

06/06/2026

Today the Order of Malta Ambulance Corps is celebrating 60 years of service in Cork. Over the last 6 decades we have had units in Mahon, Togher, Blackpool and today Order of Malta Ireland - Ambulance Corps - Cork and Order of Malta Ireland - Ambulance Corps - Carrigaline continue to fly the eight pointed cross and serve the sick and the poor across the county.

During the day there was an anniversary Mass held at St. Patrick’s Church in Rochestown celebrated by Fr Tom Rogers and with special guests Councillor Fergal Dennehy – Lord Mayor of Cork, Minister Jerry Buttimer TD and Councillor Jack White, followed by a wreath laying ceremony to remember all who have served in Cork.

More celebrations to come tonight with a gala dinner this evening.

Massive thanks to all who have served in Cork over the last 60 years and well done to the team for arranging today's celebrations.