At the annual Chrism Mass, Dr Nulty said he was “acutely aware of the ... strains that exist ... where the age profile of the priesthood continues to rise, and where sometimes even to organise relief cover is next to impossible”.

Fr Timothy Bartlett is director of public and social affairs in the Diocese of Down & Connor and also Secretary to the Northern Bishops.

"I want to thank you for the contribution so many Filipino people to our parish communities and in the care of the sick and the elderly."

Some 15,000 people from about 90 countries, and at least 1 million Filipinos, are expected to ‎participate in the event from 24-31 January.

Speaking at last week’s meeting of Mayo County Council, Minister Ring said, “I hope the Pope sees fit to come to Knock and relaunch Knock Shrine.”

Dublin selected as venue for 9th World Meeting of Families by Pope Francis as Archbishops Diarmuid Martin and Eamon Martin welcome announcement.

Thousands of pilgrims expected to attend two-day celebration of faith in Knock which will also be attended by the Primate of All Ireland and the Papal Nuncio.

The pastoral care of marriage and the family will be the key focus of the national congress this weekend.

“True art has a close affinity with the world of faith ... art remains a kind of bridge to religious experience”.

September Congress will be an opportunity to reflect on the fruits of IEC2012 and a preparation for the International Congress in Philippines in 2016.

Bishop-elect Kevin Doran pays tribute to Bishop Jones' 20 years at the helm.

Christians are not called to be simply consumers of religion but ‘washers of feet’.

New bishop of Kildare and Leighlin attends opening.

International Eucharistic Congress cost a total of €9.5m and made a surplus of €38,057.