Ireland’s understanding of God is becoming “increasingly ambiguous” Archbishop Diarmuid Martin warns in Christmas homily.
Marriage Counsellor warns couples not to put themselves under pressure to provide the perfect family, the perfect Christmas and perfect presents.
Last year, students raised €183,000 for homeless charities and this year's sleep-out is to aid Focus Ireland, the Peter McVerry Trust and Home Again.
Charity appeals to everyone to share their Christmas presence by reaching out to older members of their community who may be isolated.
Church leaders issue messages for Christmas 2015 and urge people to become envoys of hope in the name of Christ, who was born in a stable in Bethlehem.
Archbishop Michael Jackson calls for "courage in a time of fragility” in his reflection on the impact of the terror attacks one month on.
175-year-old Church of Ireland parish hosts display of 49 trees, each of which represents a verse from the Bible, telling the Christmas story in a “unique and enchanting way”.
Two new food banks opened by Crosscare in 2015 in Glasnevin and Darndale as demand for assistance remains high.
Appeal on behalf of Limerick's poorest began 33 years ago and more than 6,000 hampers were donated across the city and county last Christmas.
“This year, the beginning of our Catholic new year will coincide with our preparations for a Jubilee Year of Mercy."
“Christmas should be a time of joy for people to gather and share the happiness of the season in their own homes."
“Here before the door of this Jubilee of Mercy, let us ask that the world discover the ability to weep for its crimes, for what the world does with war.”
An Post and Royal Mail feature scenes from the biblical story depicted by a contemporary artist and an Old Master.
Homiletic directory gives guidelines for preaching but the most important thing is 'authenticity of preaching' says Director of Priory Institute, Fr John Littleton.
"Church must always offer a place of welcome to families in all circumstances, especially to those who find themselves in difficulties."
Gifts such as games, clothing, hats, scarves and toiletries wanted by Crosscare for the homeless.
"It is good to see ‘Heads of Agreement’ rather than ‘Headlines of Disagreement’ emerging from the talks."
Doing things together and making connections "strengthens our identity and recharges our batteries" says family expert.
Catholic Patriarch of Jerusalem, Archbishop Fouad Twal, appeals on behalf of the people of Gaza.
120 tonnes of non-perishable food donated to help those in need this Christmas.
Church and civic leaders warn “These acts of violence are not isolated incidents."
In their joint message, the Catholic and Church of Ireland bishops of Clogher say Christmas brings hope.
Huge community effort in Clondalkin sees enactment of Christmas story five times each day this weekend, bringing patrons inside the story to 'Bethlehem'.
In their Christmas messages, Catholic and Church of Ireland bishops express concern for those living in the "grip of fear".
New residence in Dublin will enable 26 long-stay residents have a permanent base for six months and will also offer nine emergency beds every night.
Church leaders attend ecumenical carols with students from both communities in Armagh.
“From the start we set ourselves a five-year target to achieve a functional cathedral for Christmas 2014" - Fr Tom Healy.
Faithful and people of goodwill urged to support their neighbour, the vulnerable and the elderly.
Parishioners invited to take a packet of chamomile seeds for their home and one for someone they would like to reach out to.
Dean Sammy Crooks, who died in a road accident in 1986, staged his first Christmas sit-out for charities in 1976, establishing a tradition continued by all his successors.
