The Church has to become less narrowly institutional and allow other forms of charismatic presence to animate it.

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”.

Trustees order seminary authorities to evaluate and review policy relating to “the appropriate use of the internet and social media”.

Priests' representatives question why the papal nuncio, Archbishop Charles Brown, refuses to meet them to discuss their concerns.

ACI supports an independent investigation into the allegations, to be carried out promptly and with transparency.

“The Church is at a cross-roads,” he said, “and we could get stuck at the cross-roads unless we decide to respond proactively”.

Challenges currently facing the Irish Church are a springboard of opportunity for a new evangelisation of the Church in Ireland: Archbishop Eamon Martin.

The Legion of Mary founder realised decades ago that the lack of faith formation for and trust in lay men and women was a debilitating factor for the Church.

The policy of the Diocese of Cloyne is that a priest who is out of ministry, for whatever reason, cannot exercise a public ministry: Bishop William Crean.

Irish Church needs a church leadership which empowers the laity – the “sleeping giant”.

Desperate attempts by thousands of refugees to cross the Mediterranean is a challenge to ‘Christian’ Europe, which demands a coordinated and compassionate response.

The CDF has never communicated directly with Fr Flannery or afforded him an opportunity to explain his position, ACP leadership tell Pontiff.

“The Church is in need of repair” and will only be regenerated if it is more inclusive and if clergy and laity work together.

Archbishop appeals for serious dialogue about the contribution of faith and religious people.

Service at mediaeval abbey recalls 1,450th anniversary of St Columba's arrival on the island.