At the Faith and Life convention in Belfast, Dr Michel Camdessus, who was appointed by John Paul II to serve on the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, suggests five “paths of humanity” that could contribute towards a universal common good.
“Our priorities are too easily blind towards the crisis that exists in far too many places in our society.”
“When the world comes together, united by a plan and determined to help the world’s poorest, we can see wonderful results.”
Fr Oliver O’Reilly of Ballyconnell warned that, “There is an obvious cancer of evil in our midst that needs to be exorcised before someone is murdered.”
"Comhgairdeas ó chroí le Coláiste Eoin ags lena phobal uile a choinnigh - agus a choinníonn - tine bheo an dúchais."
Pope Francis and Cardinal Pietro Parolin highlight the work done by church initiatives such as Talitha Kum and the Santa Marta Group in fighting this global scourge.
The 9th century artefact is described as a “square headed bell in iron, consisting of two portions the halves being riveted together; there are also traces of bronze plating”.
Archbishop Eamon Martin appeals to the faithful to join him in commemorating two papal visits at the Papal Cross near Drogheda, Co. Louth.
The charity stated that if revenue is raised from carbon taxes in Budget 2020 it must be ring-fenced for a Just Transition Fund and measures to protect low income households from energy price hikes.
The complaint was about lack of impartiality in an RTÉ news report on the preparation of Catholic children for the sacraments in Irish schools.
We are all urged to adopt a decided stance and course of action summed up in four simple verbs: welcome, protect, promote and integrate, says Bishop Denis Brennan.
Fr Michael Toomey backs call for an acute psychiatric facility for Co. Tipperary, which has the highest suicide level in the country outside of Dublin.
Out of the 16 people who ‘disappeared’ during the Troubles, 3 have still to be found: Columba McVeigh, Joe Lynskey and Robert Nairac.
Martina Purdy explained that junior professed Sisters with the Adoration Réparatrice had been informed that they would not be able to proceed to final vows because the congregation had “grown too small and fragile”.
The crucifix predates St Mary's Church, Enniskerry, and was used as an object of devotion when parishioners celebrated Mass in “Mrs Dixon’s barn”.
“In the name of God, and in the name of our community, we ask these people to stop the violence now."
"His concern for Irish emigrants around the world was constant and heartfelt."
Since the publication of the report in 2009 there has been a decline in the number of child abuse allegations coming to the attention of the Diocesan Child Safeguarding and Protection Service.
"He had huge shoes to fill, and he served communities in difficult times.”
“The fact that both of the final prayers are so familiar points to the importance of the traditional prayers as a source of comfort.”
“My key message today is: wherever we call home it is incumbent on all of us to live responsibly, and in a sustainable way, always thinking of our neighbour” – Bishop Alan McGuckian, chair of the Bishops’ Council for Justice and Peace.
Earlier this year the college and its grounds were sold to the GAA for a reported price of €95m.
Bishop Nulty says that because the Ploughing focuses on rural living it is an appropriate event to find a new prayer about caring for “our common home”.
Global coffee market is dominated by multinationals and the price for farmers has decreased over the years.
Some of those who come to Ireland have escaped from very dangerous situations, including religious persecution. On top of the trauma of losing their homes, jobs and often their families, they now face the challenge of being strangers in Ireland – Bishop Leahy.
Collection on papal visit of 1979 serves as a testament to the warmth, compassion and esteem Saint Pope John Paul II is held in by the Irish people, says Pamela McLaughlin, Veritas marketing manager.
ACN has reported that 13.1 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance in Syria and 6.3 million people have been internally displaced, while 5.5 million people have fled the country.
“Of course it is good news that fewer people are forced to seek an alternative to their lives. But the figures cannot hide the fact that behind them there are many stories of frustration and suffering. People may be reduced to numbers, but their lives cannot” – Jose Ignacio Garcia SJ.
“When someone asks the question ‘How do I pray?’ there is neither a quick nor a simple answer.”
“Ordinations are much rarer events in Ireland today than 100 years ago, but this beautiful and uplifting celebration is a reminder to all that the Lord never ceases to bring new life to the Catholic community.”