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Japan: Bishops call for peace constitution to be retained

"People often wage war in the name of justice for the cause of the defence of their own country. Wars are repeated while each disputing country insists that it is a just war for self-defence. As a result, numerous precious lives are lost," say Japanese bishops, appealing for ten days of prayer for peace.

2014.08.09.

Tens of thousands of Christians flee from largest town in Northern Iraq

Rampaging Islamic State Jihadists force Christians to flee, occupy churches and burn manuscripts in Northern Iraq.

2014.08.08.

ACP appeal to bishops over vocations crisis

Dominican warns priests' association that they are contributing to the vocations crisis.

2014.08.08.

‘We Need Aid More Than Ever’: Gaza Bishop

Bishop Shomali makes urgent appeal for medical treatments and fuel for generators that supply hospitals.

2014.08.08.

Pope warns against excessive use of internet

The poducts of technology should simplify and improve the quality of life "but sometimes take attention away from what is really important.”

2014.08.07.

Fr Eugene of The Priests makes radio debut

Popular singer hosts 'Sounds Divine' for the month of August on BBC Radio Ulster.

2014.08.07.

Concerns over aspects of Korean papal visit

Columban critical of planned visit to controversial Kkottongnae centre, a care home for 4,000 physically and mentally disabled people.

2014.08.07.

Increase in number of children crossing into US

US Catholic bishops, Mercy Sisters and other charities call for a more humane response to those crossing Mexican border.

2014.08.06.

Pope lifts suspension on Sandinista priest

Fr Miguel d’Escoto Brockmann no longer holds political office and expressed the desire to be able to celebrate the Eucharist again before he dies.

2014.08.06.

Scorsese film on Jesuits in Japan begins production

Film based on the epic story 'Silence' by Shusako Endo about the Jesuit missionaries who went to Japan in the 17th century.

2014.08.06.

Archbishop Clarke marks outbreak of World War I

Memorialising must consider violence, carnage, and suffering of the innocent in Gaza, Israel, Syria, Ukraine and Iraq today, Church of Ireland Primate suggests.

2014.08.05.

Appeal for WWI photos by Cork cathedral

"We want to create a visual memorial through old photographs and put faces on the human cost of war" - Bishop Paul Colton of Cork, Cloyne and Ross.

2014.08.05.

French cardinal visits Iraq’s persecuted Christians

Christian communities encouraged by the visit of the French bishops and the solidarity of the French people.

2014.08.05.

Mass commemorates outbreak of World War I

Archbishop honours the millions of young lives lost over four long years of conflict across Europe.

2014.08.04.

Building at Glencairn caters for growing community

Renovation works part of expansion plan for community of Sisters and their monastic tradition of hospitality.

2014.08.04.

Medjugorje Youth Festival attracts 40,000

Festival celebrates 25th anniversary with young people from more than 60 countries.

2014.08.04.

Irish missionaries may be beatified in Korea

Seven Columbans were killed during the early days of the Korean War.

2014.08.03.

Archbishop hints at wider sharing of Communion

Co-chairman of ARCIC suggests in interview with Church of Ireland Gazette that Catholic Church could one day allow Anglicans to receive the Eucharist.

2014.08.03.

Another Dominican ordination for Irish province

Fr Matthew Martinez OP, a native of Trinidad in the Caribbean, ordained on Saturday in his native parish of St Finbar, Port-of-Spain.

2014.08.03.

Teams of Our Lady celebrate 50 years in Ireland

Movement has "stood the test of time" but needs to move outwards and spread the message to other couples.

2014.08.02.

Couple reject surrogate baby with Down’s Syndrome

Campaign launched to raise funds for Baby Gammy who was left in Thailand by Australian couple.

2014.08.02.

Bishop appeals to all road users to be safe

Motorists urged to say dedicated prayer before driving.

2014.08.02.

Evangelicals and Catholics drawing closer

There is a recognition that evangelisation exists across all denominations.

2014.08.01.

Holy Bikers launch epic journey for charity

Two clergymen begin 1,500km journey to all 30 Church of Ireland cathedrals on motorbikes.

2014.08.01.

UK church leaders plea for peace in Gaza

“As this conflict shows, violence breeds violence" - Cardinal Nichols.

2014.08.01.

CofI Primate calls for prayers for Mosul’s Christians

Forced expulsion, violence and intimidation by ISIL militants described as "deeply distressing" by Archbishop Richard Clarke.

2014.07.31.

SVP warns flat rate energy levy will hit poor worst

Levy is clearly out of proportion to low income customers' ability to pay and can be viewed as a regressive tax: SVP.

2014.07.31.

First ever World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

Washington official stresses the important role the Church has played in defining trafficking as a crime against humanity.

2014.07.31.

Back to school costing families €1,950: Barnardos

“The cost of sending children back to school is crippling too many families" warns Fergus Finlay.

2014.07.30.

Pope to visit Sri Lanka and Philippines

Pontiff told reporters in May he wished to visit the Philippines as a gesture of solidarity with the victims of Typhoon Yolanda.

2014.07.30.
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