New stamp commemorates C of I ‘independence’

An Post has issued a new stamp marking the 150th Anniversary of the Disestablishment of the Church of Ireland. The €1 ‘N’ rate stamp, by Dublin’s Vermillion Design, features an image of the sun, moon and stars stained-glass panel in the Cathedral of Saint Fin Barre in Cork City. The Church of Ireland was officially... Read More

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January 13, 2021

Irish inquiry: Families mistreated unmarried mums; others complicit

An Irish government commission that spent five years investigating the treatment of unmarried mothers in state-funded Church-run homes in Ireland said the blame for their “harsh treatment” rests primarily with their families, but that both the Church and state condoned this. The report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes and Certain Related Matters was published on 12th January and reviewed 18 institutions from... Read More

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December 30, 2020

Primate of All-Ireland pays tribute to retiring Archbishop Diarmuid Martin

The Primate of All-Ireland has paid tribute to Archbishop Diarmuid Martin on his retirement as Archbishop of Dublin. The Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin, said it has been a “privilege” to work alongside Archbishop Diarmuid Martin, who he described as “a tireless worker for the mission of the Church at home, and universally”. His tribute... Read More

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December 18, 2020

Archbishop welcomes establishment of new school in south Dublin

Archbishop Diarmuid Martin expressed his satisfaction that he has been able to facilitate the opening of a new special school in the Crumlin area that will offer urgently needed places to 36 children with autism and general learning disabilities. There has been a serious shortage of special school places in South Dublin despite the opening... Read More

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December 15, 2020

Irish bishops encourage Catholics to get vaccinated against Covid-19

Catholic bishops in Ireland have stressed that “safe and effective vaccination is an essential in preventing” Covid-19 as they encouraged Catholics to support vaccination programmes, “not only for their own good, but for the protection of life and the health of those who are vulnerable and for the common good of humanity”. The bishops said it... Read More

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December 13, 2020

‘Keep Christ at the centre of Christmas,’ say Irish bishops

The Catholic bishops of Ireland have urged the faithful to “keep Christ at the centre of Christmas”. In a message to Catholics across Ireland, the bishops note that preparations have begun in earnest in parishes across the country for the celebration of Christmas – albeit in a very different context this year. “Priests working with... Read More

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December 12, 2020

Lennon threat was ‘catalyst for change’ in Irish football

The sectarian abuse that forced Celtic legend Neil Lennon to retire from international football marked the “turning point” that transformed the sport in Northern Ireland, the Irish Football Association (IFA) director has claimed. Lennon, a Catholic, was due to lead Northern Ireland out as captain for the first time in a match against Cyprus on... Read More

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December 2, 2020

Primate of All-Ireland encourages sharing hope this Advent

The Primate of All-Ireland has renewed his call for everyone across the island to turn towards hope and away from despair during the Advent season. “The season of Advent offers us a new beginning and a promise of hope for better times,” said the Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin. “The First Sunday of Advent is... Read More

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December 2, 2020

Sr Pat awarded Presidential Distinguished Service Award 2020

Sr Pat Murray IBVM, a Loreto Sister from the Irish Province, has been awarded the Presidential Distinguished Service Award 2020. This reward is for those who have made a special contribution to Ireland and its international reputation. Sr Murray is currently based in Rome where she is the Executive Secretary of the International Union of Superiors... Read More

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October 30, 2020

Primate of All-Ireland hopeful about Masses after meeting with Taoiseach

The head of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference said that after talks with the Taoiseach, he is hopeful the government will consider lifting a ban on public worship, put in place as a measure against Covid-19. The Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin, spoke after a meeting between members of the bishops’ conference and Taoiseach Micheál... Read More

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Irish bishops encourage Catholics to get vaccinated against Covid-19

‘Keep Christ at the centre of Christmas,’ say Irish bishops

Lennon threat was ‘catalyst for change’ in Irish football

Primate of All-Ireland encourages sharing hope this Advent

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