Parishioners have invoked a medieval law that prevents civil authorities entering a building where a religious service is ongoing.

Book aims to open up Lough Derg to a new generation of pilgrims and rekindle its importance for people who have been many times.

Border controls masquerading as migration policy are “a pathetic response to a moral challenge”.

Pope’s appeal for solidarity and welcome is a call for a creative and generous response in preparation for the Jubilee Year of Mercy.

“One of the most appalling things is that families are becoming homeless, and last month 70 families became homeless. That's two or three new families every day.”