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Philippine bishops assail Duterte’s “reign of terror”

“To keep silent in the face of evil is to be an accomplice” bishops warn as death toll passes 7,000 killings in just seven months.

2017.02.07.

Delight as Poor Clares and Adoration Sisters receive new members

“An environment of survival withers the hearts of our elderly, taking away their ability to dream. In this way, it cripples the prophecy that our young are called to proclaim and work to achieve” – Pope Francis.

2017.02.07.

Extended play for The Pope Video

The Pope's intentions are universal so, in the videos, we use a universal visual language that all people can understand.

2017.02.06.

Let’s look at Luther’s legacy

The Reformation helped give greater centrality to scripture in the life of the Church, said Pope Francis.

2017.02.06.

Pro Life Campaign increasingly unhappy with Citizens’ Assembly

Pro Life Campaign says there is “lack of balance” in Assembly’s proceedings, and Assembly is completely ignoring the positive impact of the Eighth Amendment to the Irish Constitution.

2017.02.05.

Peter McVerry Trust says there are 13 empty houses for every homeless person

Local authorities need to become involved in the collation of data on empty properties and derelict sites of all types and sizes – Brian Friel, National Director of Housing with Peter McVerry Trust.

2017.02.05.

Huge church in Finglas to be replaced with smaller one

“The wonderful parish of Finglas West has struggled for many years with extensive building problems in their church,” said Fr Cahill, PP.

2017.02.04.

Martin McGuinness nominated for Tipperary Peace Prize

The award recipient will be announced in the coming weeks and will be presented with the International Peace Award in Tipperary in 2017 on a date yet to be confirmed.

2017.02.04.

Drug trade is a “callous trade in death”

But there is still hope, Archbishop of Dublin advises young people trapped in addiction.

2017.02.03.

As Christians and Americans we should welcome refugees, says Nuncio

Christians had a duty to accept refugees with compassion and acceptance, he said, citing Pope Francis, who had urged Catholics to accept refugees in their countries.

2017.02.03.

Suspected arson in Belfast was “violation of the sanctity of the church”

Bishop condemns attack which damaged well-known Catholic church.

2017.02.02.

People with congenital disabilities are facing extinction, says British Lord

“If we were animals, perhaps we might qualify for protection as an endangered species. But we are only human beings with disabilities, so we do not,” says Lord Shinkwin.

2017.02.02.

Numbers employed in part-time jobs in Ireland “worrying”: SJI

“Over 100,000 people are currently working part-time hours, but would take full-time employment if they could find it.”

2017.02.01.

US bishops express opposition to executive order on refugees

“The world is watching as we abandon our commitments to American values. These actions ... lower our estimation in the eyes of the many peoples who want to know America as a defender of human rights and religious liberty”.

2017.02.01.

Éamonn Meehan of Trócaire elected President of CIDSE

“With inequality increasing, climate change rapidly advancing and war and displacement destroying the lives of millions, the call to challenge global structural injustices is even more urgent today than when CIDSE was founded.”

2017.01.31.

Minister’s comments on plurality in provision of schools welcomed

Education and Training Boards to measure demand for multi-denominational schools and consult with existing school owners such as the Church about the possible transfer of schools to a new model.

2017.01.31.

Trump’s refugee ban criticised by Church leaders

The executive order to turn away refugees and to close our nation to those, particularly Muslims, fleeing violence, oppression and persecution is contrary to both Catholic and American values – Cardinal Cupich of Chicago.

2017.01.30.

Portlaoise Parish launch for Catholic Schools Week

By virtue of being Catholic our school system is already committed to genuine pluralism and inclusion, respectful of the beliefs of all parents and pupils.

2017.01.30.

St Brigid’s Day events in Dundalk and in Dublin

The pilgrimage in Dublin starts at the Bridewell Garda Station in Smithfield and finishes at St Brigid’s Well in Clondalkin, four hours’ walk away.

2017.01.29.

Focus Ireland expresses concern as homeless figures pass 7,000

There is still much work to be done if we are to end this homeless crisis – Ashley Balbirnie, CEO Focus Ireland.

2017.01.29.

Senator calls for Pope Francis to address Leinster House

Aidan Davitt urges the Government and Department of Foreign Affairs to work with Church figures to arrange for Pope Francis to speak to both Houses of the Oireachtas

2017.01.28.

Focus on care for the earth in Catholic Schools Week 2017

“Catholic education has played a key role in the integration of new communities into Ireland and is one of the most valuable things we have” – CPSMA

2017.01.28.

Ireland’s lead on divestment will inspire other countries

If the Fossil Fuel Divestment Bill is passed, Ireland will be the first country to ban investment of public money into the fossil fuel industry, says Trócaire director.

2017.01.27.

Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz is the new leader of Opus Dei worldwide

New leader, who has visited Ireland, is “calm and cheerful”, with very strong grasp of theology.

2017.01.27.

Twenty-five years of St Brigid celebrations

Féile Bríde is a gathering of people who want to celebrate the coming of spring, and who want to call Brigid’s qualities into the world, to light a spark for change.

2017.01.26.

Bóthar sends its 1000th heifer to Rwanda

This 1000th heifer adds to an already strong ‘Irish herd’ now in Rwanda. The herd is multiplying every year as Bóthar returns with artificial-insemination straws from Ireland to put the cows back in calf.

2017.01.26.

Trócaire and Poetry Ireland seeking poems

Poets are invited to explore a different global development theme each year.

2017.01.25.

ECHR’s Grand Chamber reverses Italian surrogacy ruling

“The fact that neither one of the couple has a biological relationship with the child was decisive. It was on this ground that the court has now decided they are not a family under the Convention.”

2017.01.25.

Archbishop Neary preaches on interrelationship of Marian and Petrine principles

Church is endeavouring “to respond positively and constructively to genuine voices calling for a greater recognition of women and the feminine in the Church”.

2017.01.24.

“The crisis is so grave that we need all hands on deck”

Jesuit theologian Fr Gerry O’Hanlon argues that a synodal form of church at all levels is urgently needed to salvage the Catholic faith in Ireland.

2017.01.24.
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