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The candle’s flame is a symbol of Christ, the Light of the World, who dispels darkness and brings illumination.

Through Christ we find guidance and hope in our lives.

Welcome To St. Killians THE SAFEST, CLEANEST, SMOKLESS, CANDLE BURNING SYSTEM, IN THE WORLD.

elcome to St. Killians.

My name is Michael Murphy, I am the inventor of the St. Killians Candle Burning System.

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It has proven to be the safest, cleanest and most environmentally friendly candle burning system on the market.

Our first candle stands were installed into Saint Michael’s church in Tipperary, Ireland on the 6th of May 2009.

Since then we have installed over 10,000 candle stands in 28 different countries around the world.

I would be delighted to help and support your church in making the change over to St. Killians.

St. Killians Candle Burning System has been installed into some of the most prestigious Cathedrals, Shrines and Basilicas around the world.

“I am the light of the world.

Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” John 8:12

Each year we have over 5 million visitors and it’s a great tradition “to light a candle at Saint Patrick’s” when people visit.

We needed peace of mind that we were using a safe and clean method for lighting those candles.

Damage from smoke is virtually a thing of the past since our transferring solely to the St. Killians System.

Rev Robert T Richie, Rector, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, New York, USA.

Installed in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, New York, USA, since 2011

“Lord Jesus Christ, Light of the world, You have overcome the darkness of sin and death.

As I light this candle, I offer my prayers to you.

May this light be a symbol of your presence with us, and may my prayers rise to you like the fragrance of incense.

Hear my petitions and grant me your grace.

In your holy name, I pray.

Amen.”

Installed in the Shrine of Pope John Paul II, Kraków, Poland, since 2015

Almighty God who art the Light of the world, grant us Thy heavenly blessing.

May the radiance of Your Light illumine our hearts and brighten our home with the spirit of faith and love.

Let the Light of Your Presence guide us, for in Your Light do we see light.

Bless us also with Your Spirit, that happiness and peace may ever abide in all men.

Since their introduction in November 2014 the candle shrines have been received very well by parishioners and visitors alike.

The lit candles in the shrines throughout the Cathedral add greatly to the prayerful atmosphere as visitors enter.

The revenue from the candles helps greatly in maintenance and upkeep of the Cathedral.

Fr. John McCarthy, St. Colmans’s Cathedral, Co. Cork, Ireland.

Installed in St. Colman’s Cathedral, Cobh, Ireland, since 2014

“Dear Lord, As I light this candle, I seek your guidance and wisdom.

Shine your light upon my path, that I may walk in your ways.

Grant me the discernment to make the right choices, and lead me towards the path of righteousness. In your name, I pray.

Amen.”

Installed in Catedral de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela, Spain, since 2017

“Lord of Mercy, I humbly ask for your healing touch upon me.

You are the Divine Physician, and I place my trust in your power.

Bring forth restoration, both physically and spiritually, and grant me comfort and strength during this time. In your healing name, I pray.

Amen.”

Installed in Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy, since 2015

“Heavenly Father, I come before you with a special intention that weighs heavy on my heart.

You know the desires of my soul, and I lay them before you now.

Please grant me guidance, strength, and your divine wisdom.

Your will be done, and may it be for my highest good.

In Jesus’ name, I pray.

Amen.”

Installed in the Imperial Cathedral of St. Bartholomew, Frankfurt, Germany, since 2023

“Loving God, I seek your guidance.

Lead me in the path of righteousness, and help me make wise choices.

Open doors or close them as needed, according to your divine plan.

I surrender my will to yours and trust in your perfect guidance.

Amen.”

Installed in the Basilica of Sacré Coeur de Montmartre, Paris, France, since 2017

“Merciful Father, I seek forgiveness for my shortcomings and mistakes.

Soften the hearts of those I have wronged, and grant us reconciliation.

May your grace and love heal our wounds and restore harmony.

I ask for your forgiveness and the strength to forgive.

Amen.”

Installed in Catedral de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain, since 2015

In a world that is often filled with darkness, the light of Christ can be a source of hope and comfort.

When we light candles in church, we are reminded of his presence in our lives and the hope that he brings.

In a world that is often filled with darkness, the light of Christ can be a source of hope and comfort.

When we light candles in church, we are reminded of his presence in our lives and the hope that he brings.

Installed in Westminster Cathedral, London, England, since 2019

“Prince of Peace, In the midst of turmoil and anxiety, I turn to you for serenity.

Fill my heart with your peace that surpasses all understanding.

Grant me the strength to face challenges with grace and calm.

Let your peace reign in my life. In Jesus’ name, I pray.

Amen.”

Installed in Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral, Mexico, since 2019

“Lord of Mercy, I humbly ask for your healing touch upon me.

You are the Divine Physician, and I place my trust in your power.

Bring forth restoration, both physically and spiritually, and grant me comfort and strength during this time.

In your healing name, I pray.

Amen.”

Installed in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Sydney, Australia, since 2017

Recall Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. No follower of mine shall ever walk in darkness; no, he shall possess the light of life” (John 8:12) and “I have come to the world as its light, to keep anyone who believes in me from remaining in the dark” (John 12:46)

Installed in Christ Cathedral, Orange County, California, USA, since 2020

“As I kindle this candle, I pray for peace in our world, and I ask for inner peace in the hearts of all your children.

May your light dispel the darkness of conflict and strife, and may your peace reign in our lives and in the world.

Amen.”

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Contact Us! ST. KILLIANS CANDLE BURNING SYSTEM Call: +353 52 744 1945 info@saintkillians.ie

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