Let us be signs of hope in a world that needs such hope. – Bishop Denis Nulty at Chrism Mass in Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin
At the annual Chrism Mass in the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin on Monday 29 March, Bishop Denis Nulty paid tribute to the women and men who are the backbone of every parish. He said, “On this night I applaud your commitment and dedication to parish … so many of you roll up your sleeves when […]
Holy Week invites us to lift up our hearts in hope – Bishop Brendan Leahy
In today’s Irish Times newspaper, Bishop Brendan Leahy of Limerick is reflecting on a second Holy Week in lockdown as a result of the Covid-19 restrictions. Bishop Leahy reflects on the meaning of Holy Week and how, in the midst of the Covid pandemic, it offers us a sounding board, a time to take stock, a […]
Archbishops of Armagh publish Easter message on hope
The Catholic and Church of Ireland Archbishops of Armagh have issued a joint statement for Easter on the theme of hope. In their statement, issued today, Archbishop Eamon Martin and Archbishop John McDowell, said, “One of the words which we associate most strongly with Easter is “hope”. It is a word that has become a […]
In Joseph we see the ideal combination ‘strength and gentleness’ – Archbishop Neary
During Mass for the conclusion of the Triduum in honour of Saint Joseph at the International Eucharistic and Marian Shrine, Knock, Archbishop Michael Neary spoke of the importance of Saint Joseph as a model father figure. During his homily, Archbishop Neary said, “In his apostolic letter on Saint Joseph entitled “With a Father’s Heart”, Pope […]
Pope Francis on Palm Sunday: Let us ask for the grace to be amazed
For the second year in a row, Pope Francis led the celebration of Palm Sunday inside Saint Peter’s Basilica with a limited congregation participating due to the Coronavirus pandemic. At the same time, millions joined the celebration with the customary global television and radio broadcasts and live streaming. In his homily for the occasion, the […]
Ecumenical Bible Week programme launched for 2021
Ecumenical Bible Week (EBW) returns in 2021 for its eight year. It will take place from Pentecost Sunday (23 May) to Trinity Sunday (30 May) and will focus on the theme: Unlocking Faith Today: Responding to New Realities. Ecumenical Bible Week is led by the Archdiocese of Dublin and the United Dioceses of Dublin and Glendalough in collaboration with many other Christian […]
Pope Francis: Crucifix is our compass and hope in life
Why are you afraid? Have you no faith? is the title of a new book by the Vatican Dicastery for Communication. It contains images and texts recalling the gestures and words of Francis at the extraordinary ‘Urbi et Orbii’ prayer service and blessing under coronavirus lockdown on 27 March last year. “I walked like this, […]
Bishop Nulty extends invitation to Confirmation candidates to journey with him in hope
Bishop Denis Nulty has invited all Confirmation candidates from the 56 parishes in the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin to join him in prayer on Thursday 25 March at 12 noon to formally begin the Confirmation Journey together as a diocese. Extending the invitation Bishop Nulty said, “Because of Covid-19 restrictions that are currently in […]
Pope Francis’ schedule of events for Holy Week 2021
As the Lenten season draws us closer to Holy Week, the Vatican on Tuesday released details of the programme of celebrations for Holy Week at which Pope Francis will preside. The Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday will be presided by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re and the Good Friday Way of the Cross […]
Look to Saint Joseph as an example of faithful service – Pope’s message for Vocations Sunday 2021
Pope Francis has released his Message for the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, which falls this year on Sunday 25 April. The Pope held up the husband of the Virgin Mary and foster-father of Jesus as a model for all members of the clergy and religious men and women. He drew heavily on his […]