A flag with a difference for the continent without one

Year 7 pupils from Saint Paul’s Catholic High School in Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester, took part in a competition to design a flag for Antarctica. The wonderfully colourful flags were then taken to Antarctica as part of a project with Antarctic scientists. The aim of this initiative is to inspire new generations about the Antarctic and... Read More

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August 22, 2018

Knock prepares for Pope Francis

Bedecked in bunting, flags and tens of thousands of flowers, the small village of Knock in the west of Ireland is quickly preparing for the arrival of Pope Francis. The excitement has been sweeping across the Co Mayo village since the pontiff’s visit was confirmed in June – and with more than 45,000 people expected... Read More

Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland, News – Vatican, News – World

August 9, 2018

Papal products flying off shelves ahead of WMOF visit

Pope Francis merchandise is flying off shelves in Ireland as the pontiff prepares to touch down in the country later this month. Papal-branded products including t-shirts; flags; CDs; statues; plates; bunting; pens; key rings; mugs; lollipops; umbrellas; candles; bobble-heads and collapsible chairs are proving to be a huge hit with customers as shop owners are... Read More

Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland

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