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St Valentine’s Day blessing for engaged couple

Bishop Denis Nulty, president of Accord, will release the Catholic Marriage Care Service’s 2016 figures for marriage preparation and marriage and relationship counselling.

2017.02.14.

Seven Irish Columbans among 84 modern-day martyrs of Korea who may be beatified

All seven had the opportunity to flee, but chose to remain with their flock – it is for this reason that they are considered martyrs by the Church.

2017.02.13.

Dublin seminar discusses faith and Facebook, spirituality and social media

Internet audience for Sunday Mass broadcasts using streaming video is beyond one parish’s wildest dreams.

2017.02.13.

Vouchers for love on Valentine’s Day!

World meeting of Families 2018 offers free ‘gift vouchers’ to help you make a gift of yourself and enrich your love on Saint Valentine’s Day (14 February) .

2017.02.12.

A thank you from Turkana

More than 1,500 children in the Elemi Triangle of northwest Kenya receive at least one meal each day thanks to aid from Ireland.

2017.02.12.

Actor Liam Neeson calls for more integrated schools in Northern Ireland

The first integrated school, Lagan College in Belfast, opened in 1981, but the growth of the sector has stalled in recent years.

2017.02.11.

Tralee remembers Brother John Conway 40 years on

The slaughter of Brother Conway (57) and his fellow missionaries stunned many.

2017.02.11.

Confirmation preparation is a whole parish activity as ceremonies begin in the Tuam diocese

Preparation programmes for Confirmation and First Eucharist demonstrate the growing involvement of the wider parish community in sacramental preparation.

2017.02.10.

Witness to Knock apparition to be buried at NY Cathedral

The body of the youngest witness to the Apparition of Knock, John Curry, is to be buried in the grounds of the old St Patrick’s Cathedral in New York.

2017.02.10.

Study reveals ongoing concern over risks of internet for children

Exposure to porn, cyberbullying and accessing unreliable information are key concerns for parents.

2017.02.10.

Bill criminalising purchase of sex will protect vulnerable

“Targeting buyers means we can reduce the demand for women and children to be coerced into selling sexual services” –Turn off the Red Light.

2017.02.09.

Flash mob – Catholic style – goes viral

Impromptu rendition of ‘How Great Thou Art’ by Irish stars at wedding of niece of Daniel O’Donnell viewed by 1.5 million people in three days.

2017.02.09.

Refuse to settle for mediocrity Pope urges in Lenten message

“For those corrupted by love of riches, nothing exists beyond their own ego. Those around them do not come into their line of sight.”

2017.02.08.

Pioneers want Good Friday alcohol ban retained

“Our hospital beds are occupied with up to 2,000 patients with illnesses related to excess alcohol and in the region of three people per day die in Ireland for the same reason.”

2017.02.08.

Philippine bishops assail Duterte’s “reign of terror”

“To keep silent in the face of evil is to be an accomplice” bishops warn as death toll passes 7,000 killings in just seven months.

2017.02.07.

Delight as Poor Clares and Adoration Sisters receive new members

“An environment of survival withers the hearts of our elderly, taking away their ability to dream. In this way, it cripples the prophecy that our young are called to proclaim and work to achieve” – Pope Francis.

2017.02.07.

Extended play for The Pope Video

The Pope's intentions are universal so, in the videos, we use a universal visual language that all people can understand.

2017.02.06.

Let’s look at Luther’s legacy

The Reformation helped give greater centrality to scripture in the life of the Church, said Pope Francis.

2017.02.06.

Pro Life Campaign increasingly unhappy with Citizens’ Assembly

Pro Life Campaign says there is “lack of balance” in Assembly’s proceedings, and Assembly is completely ignoring the positive impact of the Eighth Amendment to the Irish Constitution.

2017.02.05.

Peter McVerry Trust says there are 13 empty houses for every homeless person

Local authorities need to become involved in the collation of data on empty properties and derelict sites of all types and sizes – Brian Friel, National Director of Housing with Peter McVerry Trust.

2017.02.05.

Huge church in Finglas to be replaced with smaller one

“The wonderful parish of Finglas West has struggled for many years with extensive building problems in their church,” said Fr Cahill, PP.

2017.02.04.

Martin McGuinness nominated for Tipperary Peace Prize

The award recipient will be announced in the coming weeks and will be presented with the International Peace Award in Tipperary in 2017 on a date yet to be confirmed.

2017.02.04.

The Pope Video – February 2017

For those who are weighed down, especially the poor, refugees and marginalized, that they might find welcome and support in our communities.

Pope Francis – February 2017

The Pope Video is a global initiative launched by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network – Apostleship of Prayer

 

2017.02.03.

Drug trade is a “callous trade in death”

But there is still hope, Archbishop of Dublin advises young people trapped in addiction.

2017.02.03.

As Christians and Americans we should welcome refugees, says Nuncio

Christians had a duty to accept refugees with compassion and acceptance, he said, citing Pope Francis, who had urged Catholics to accept refugees in their countries.

2017.02.03.

Suspected arson in Belfast was “violation of the sanctity of the church”

Bishop condemns attack which damaged well-known Catholic church.

2017.02.02.

People with congenital disabilities are facing extinction, says British Lord

“If we were animals, perhaps we might qualify for protection as an endangered species. But we are only human beings with disabilities, so we do not,” says Lord Shinkwin.

2017.02.02.

Numbers employed in part-time jobs in Ireland “worrying”: SJI

“Over 100,000 people are currently working part-time hours, but would take full-time employment if they could find it.”

2017.02.01.

US bishops express opposition to executive order on refugees

“The world is watching as we abandon our commitments to American values. These actions ... lower our estimation in the eyes of the many peoples who want to know America as a defender of human rights and religious liberty”.

2017.02.01.
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