“Priests in Ireland have more than most borne the heat of the day.”

“As one of the youngest priests in the Diocese of Elphin, he has made an enormous contribution to the mission of the diocese, particularly in the area of education.”

“Eucharist is at the heart of priesthood. When Eucharist is celebrated, God walks among his people."

At the funeral Mass of comedian Brendan Grace, Fr Brian D'Arcy told mourners, "His vocation in life was quite simply nothing more and nothing less than to lift the gloom of the nation.”

"Isolation and depression, combined with a lack of a supportive environment, affects the mental health of seafarers, sometimes with tragic and heart-breaking consequences."

“The weather was good and the water was calm. It was a lovely place to be.”

"We are worried that a hard Brexit will create a vacuum that will become a rally call and a recruiting ground for dissident republicans."

“No human remains or funeral urns were found in either of the graves.”

“She taught Muslim, Christian, Parsi, and Hindu children to promote education, empowerment, and interfaith harmony. She deserves recognition at all levels.”

“Decision-making should take place as close to the people as possible. This proposal is an imposition enacted by a parliament which is overwhelmingly not from Northern Ireland.”

Archbishop Eamon Martin unveils new statue of St Oliver Plunkett by Dony MacManus in honour of martyrs yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Wednesday, 21st August marks the 140th anniversary of the apparition in 1879, and a special day of celebration is planned to mark the occasion.

“It is an encouragement that these issues are finally being recognised at the right level.”

New chief executive, Barbara Condon, has more than 20 years' experience in the health care sector.

Former Taoiseach gives a wide-ranging interview discussing the fallout of the repeal of the Eighth Amendment, church–state relations, and conscience and the party whip.

The report finds that while HAP is intended to help families pay for a place to live, the reality is that HAP is so low that many cannot afford private rental accommodation.

Forty-four-year-old priest set to begin his ministry with the Dominican community at Holy Cross church in Tralee.

Primate recalls “outstanding” example martyred Saint gave as the 350th anniversary of the appointment of Oliver Plunkett as Archbishop of Armagh is marked.

New statue in Armagh Cathedral honours martyrs of the past, present and future.

“These are touchstone issues which deserve the most anxious and intense consideration by legislators and citizens.”

“Above all, he has served countless people as a priest and it is this priestly ministry which the people of the diocese and his many friends celebrate.”

“The direct and intentional taking of the life of any innocent human being is always gravely wrong – we must avoid becoming desensitised to the value of every human life.”

“Protestants have a history of wealth while Catholics do not.”

“It’s not health care, and no amount of spin can make it health care.”

Clonmel parish priest told Leo Varadkar that he personally found the comment “extremely offensive and derogatory” and he urged him to retract it.

The bishops’ delegation raised the issues of conscience, care of the marginalised and support for parents who want a faith-based education for their children.

BAI says Code does not mean a presenter of current affairs may never give a view or opinion, but “seeks to prevent the presenter from pursuing an agenda or advocating a partisan position such that a biased view on an issue is articulated.”

The quilt-making involved women from many countries who sat and worked on fabrics and with the skills of their native culture.

“You know that when music of beauty is chosen, which is inspired by our faith, and is offered to God from the very best of our efforts, God can work through it to inspire the souls of others, nourish their faith, and bring them closer to him.”

Thousands of life-changing projects have been implemented with one common thread: Misean Cara members working in solidarity with a community to address a real and immediate need.