Christmas Arrangements
Our arrangements for Christmas Masses this year are challenging. But we are doing what we can to schedule Masses safely over the Christmas period and I ask for patience and co-operation. Please bear in mind the following points There is no obligation to attend Mass in these times of pandemic. People should come to Mass […]
Bishops encourage Catholics to support a programme of vaccination for the common good
The Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference has welcomed the encouraging news that a number of vaccines for COVID-19 are at an advanced stage of preparation and are likely to be available for use in the near future. In a statement issued on Wednesday 9 December, the bishops said, “The Catholic Church recognises that safe and effective […]
Irish Bishops seek support for Trócaire’s Christmas appeal for Central America
During their Winter General Meeting Bishops asked the public to contribute towards Trócaire’s Christmas Appeal, which addresses the humanitarian crises as a result of hurricanes in Central America and supports people left hungry by the impact of Covid-19. Trócaire’s Christmas Appeal will deliver food, shelter, medicine and hope to women, men and children who have […]
Pope Francis proclaims a ‘Year of St Joseph’
In a new Apostolic Letter entitled Patris corde (With a Father’s Heart), Pope Francis describes Saint Joseph as a beloved father, a tender and loving father, an obedient father, an accepting father; a father who is creatively courageous, a working father, a father in the shadows. The Letter marks the 150th anniversary of Blessed Pope […]