Power of global tech companies is a real challenge for journalism – Noel Curran
Noel Curran, the director-general of the European Broadcasting Union, recently spoke on the future of journalism in light of the pandemic with Alessandro Gisotti, editorial vice director with Vatican Media. In his interview Mr Curran said, “I think the whole digital news cycle which is 24-hours a day 7-days a week, means quick delivery, speed, […]
Knock National Novena postponed until later this year
The Parish Priest and Rector of Knock Shrine, Father Richard Gibbons, has announced today that the National Novena to Our Lady of Knock is being postponed until later this year. The annual novena of prayer and reflection was due to take place next month from the 14 to 22 August. Father Richard said, “We have […]
Pope Francis is doing well after scheduled surgery
Pope Francis is doing well and is alert, according to a statement released by the director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, in the latest medical bulletin released regarding the scheduled surgery the Pope underwent on Sunday evening. Matteo Bruni said in his statement that Pope Francis is doing well overall, alert and […]
Bishops committed to proactively engaging with Department of Education in reconfiguration of patronage
Following their Summer General Meeting, Bishops affirmed their commitment to proactively engaging with the Department of Education in relation to reconfiguration of patronage. Bishops are supportive of an educational landscape which reflects the reality of the increasingly diverse society in Ireland. A true plurality of patronage across the country should ensure parental choice whilst enabling […]
‘I deeply regret that we are in this position again’ – Bishop Brendan Leahy on deferral of Sacraments
In a letter addressing the parents and children, teachers and priests of Limerick, Bishop Brendan Leahy said it is with great regret that, following both the email from the Taoiseach’s department today and last week’s recommendation from the HSE, it is necessary to defer First Holy Communion and Confirmation ceremonies until further notice. The Bishop […]
Archbishop Eamon Martin expresses disappointment at postponement of Sacraments
Archbishop Eamon Martin, Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland has given his reaction to government advice against holding First Holy Communions and Confirmations at this time. In an interview on the News At One today on RTÉ Radio One, Archbishop Martin expressed the deep disappointment felt by children, parents, teachers and parish teams […]
Bishops thank the public for generous support of Trócaire’s Lenten campaign
Following their Summer General Meeting, the Irish Catholic Bishops thanked the public for its continued generosity to Trócaire which works in support of people affected by poverty, conflict and injustice worldwide. Bishops noted that Trócaire’s support brought positive change to the lives of 2.7 million people in 25 countries over the course of the last […]
Pope Francis thanks Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI for his continuing service
Pope Francis on Tuesday said he is marking an anniversary “that touches the hearts of us all: 70 years ago, Pope Benedict was ordained a priest!” Addressing the pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the Angelus prayer on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, the patron saints of the city of Rome, the […]
Appeal for priests to assist in this year’s Croagh Patrick Pilgrimage Season
The organisers of this year’s extended Croagh Patrick Pilgrimage Season have today made an appeal for priests to assist them with Confessions and the celebration of Mass during the month of July. Organisers aim to have two priests on the summit on any given day. Any priest making the pilgrimage will have accommodation and breakfast […]
Pope Francis: Be like Peter and Paul, free but humble
In his homily for the solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Pope Francis reflected on the central point: “Peter and Paul were free because they were set free”. Holy Mass in Saint Peter’s Basilica was celebrated in the presence of bishops and cardinals as well as a delegation from the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, led by […]