In wide-ranging interview, Pope says persecution of Christians today “stronger than in the first centuries of Church.”
Sixtieth anniversary of the ‘rosary crusade’ led by Irish-born Fr Patrick Peyton to be honoured.
True story of four-year-old boy's journey to heaven following near-death illness.
Resource for adults looking for explanations and apt examples of what Catholics believe.
Terms of reference to include mortality rates, burial practices, forced adoption and clinical trials.
Former CEO of NBSCCCI, Ian Elliott, suggested as possible candidate to head up commission.
Archbishop of Tuam plays down Association of Catholic Priests’ claims over vocations crisis.
Need to ‘re-imagine’ role of imprisonment so that it is a penalty of last resort.
Irish seminarians to serve at Pentecost Papal Mass in Rome.
Pope hosts “unprecedented prayer initiative” for two Middle Eastern leaders and Patriarch.
Radical proposals include ordination of women as deacons, inviting back men who left priesthood to marry and ordination of married men of good standing.
25-year-old Sr Cristina Scuccia prays 'Our Father' live on TV watched by millions of viewers.
Irish survivor to be among group of eight representatives to meet Pontiff in June.
Advice from renowned gardeners such as Helen Dillon and Diarmuid Gavin.
Guaranteeing safety of children needs a strong system of inspection and oversight - Bishop Buckley.
They pledge to continue on the path towards unity between Catholic and Orthodox Churches.
Pontiff calls for "urgent" solution to Syrian conflict.
Extraordinary life stories of ordinary peoples' personal faith journeys.
Dedication to ending child hunger and improving maternal health in developing world recognised.
Lack of state funding and cap on enrolments of those eligible for free fees scheme cited.
Archbishop addresses Caritas Europa's Regional Conference in Soesterberg in the Netherlands.
“The visit was very friendly and cordial and very warmly supportive of the seminary community.”
Only 10 EU member states responded to UNHCR appeal on behalf of Syrian refugees.
Radio station could double its listenership if it could finance roll out of 14 transmission sites.
Devotional tiles promote honour and devotion to the Holy Name of Jesus.
Claims ex Vatican Secretary of State probed over €15m transaction to TV company.
Bishop Trevor Williams and Archbishop Eamon Martin address Soul Waves Radio conference.
“As citizens of the European Union we have a role to play in shaping its future.”
Fr Peter McVerry warning over "tsunami of homelessness".
Archbishop leads Mass to mark 40th anniversary of atrocities which left 34 dead.
