‘Our only home—this planet—is under threat’ – Archbishop Farrell
To coincide with the beginning of the Season of Creation 2021, from 1 September to 4 October, Archbishop Dermot Farrell of Dublin has published a pastoral letter on the climate crisis and on how Christians ought to respond to this global dilemma facing our global civilisation. Offering background to the letter, Archbishop Farrell said, “We […]
60% of Irish prisoners abroad experience mental health difficulties – ICPO survey
The Irish Council for Prisoners Overseas has undertaken a global survey of its 1,100 client-base which is made up of Irish citizens imprisoned overseas. The survey provided feedback of first-hand accounts and testimonies of the experience of prison abroad, with all the additional challenges that that entails. The objective of the survey was to engage […]
Fr Paul Clayton-Lea publishes first issue as reappointed editor of Intercom
The first issue of Intercom under the new editorship of Father Paul Clayton-Lea, has been published. Father Paul, a priest of the Archdiocese of Armagh, previously served as editor of Intercom from 2015-17, and returns to replace the outgoing editor Father John Cullen, a priest of the Diocese of Elphin. Intercom magazine, the official publication […]
‘Mary reminds us that God’s heart is close to those whom the world might overlook’ – Archbishop Neary
On Saturday 21 August last, Archbishop Michael Neary celebrated the Anniversary Mass of the 1879 Marian Apparition at the International Eucharistic and Marian Shrine, Knock, Co Mayo. During his homily, Archbishop Neary said, “After this challenging experience of Covid-19, it is understandable that our faith might be shaken. We have lost loved ones, perhaps lost […]
Bishop Nulty invites the faithful to write to him with ideas on how to gently encourage people back to regular worship
Bishop Denis Nulty of Kildare and Leighlin has invited all parishes in the diocese to reflect in the month of September on how the parish can be supported to be more welcoming to those who are slower to return to regular worship. Bishop Nulty extended the invitation while speaking at Mass in Saint Conleth’s Parish, […]
Pope Francis: Laudato Si’ is not only a ‘green’ Encyclical but also a social one
Pope Francis has sent greetings to the members of the Laudato si’ Inter-University Congress scheduled to be held from 1-4 September in Argentina. In the video message delivered in Spanish, he expressed hope that the initiative will “advance social awareness and consciousness” for the care of our common home. “The Encyclical Laudato si’ is not only a […]
Saint Patrick’s College offers new part-time course in Theological Studies
Saint Patrick’s College, Maynooth, is offering a new part-time course in Theological Studies. This one-year, evening/weekend, Level 8, 65 ECTS credits programme gives a foundation in Theological Studies to students who hold a primary degree in any other discipline. The programme is especially tailored for those who are seeking: An accredited introductory programme in Theology. […]
Bishop McGuckian asks for prayers for Afghanistan and calls on Ireland to do more for forcibly displaced persons
Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ, Chair of the Bishops’ Council for Justice and Peace, has asked for prayers for Afghanistan and urged Ireland to do more for forcibly displaced persons. While welcoming Ireland’s intervention at the UN Security Council on the crisis in Afghanistan, and appeal for safe and reliable humanitarian access for its people – together with […]
‘Our Cathedral Church is a sign of hope in a busy world’ – Archbishop Neary
On Sunday 15 August last, the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Archbishop Michael Neary celebrated Mass for the dedication of the new altar in the Cathedral of the Assumption, Tuam. During his homily Archbishop Neary spoke of those who built the Cathedral nearly two hundred years ago. He said, “We recall […]
Pope prays for peace in Afghanistan and appeals for solidarity with Haiti
Pope Francis has asked for prayers for dialogue and peace in Afghanistan and the victims in Haiti’s earthquake, appealing for global solidarity to reach them. After leading the recitation of the Angelus on Sunday’s Solemnity of the Assumption, Pope Francis expressed his concern over the situation in Afghanistan. He asked everyone to unite in praying […]