Constitutional Amendment “is a sign that our society here is just, equitable, hospitable, humane to everyone, protective of the most defenceless and vulnerable” – Sr Kathleen McGarvey OLA.

In his annual new year’s address to the diplomatic corps, Pontiff stresses need to promote peace in a time of mass migrations, economic stagnation and violent extremism.

"If I speak of Islamic violence, I must speak of Catholic violence... and no, not all Muslims are violent, not all Catholics are violent. It is like a fruit salad; there's everything."

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Paris today and we express our solidarity with the French community living here in Ireland.”

Religions must respect legitimate autonomy of the secular order. Imposing a political programme in the name of God is making yourself into God.

"The Golden Rule also reminds us of our responsibility to protect and defend human life at every stage of its development.”

Demand for Catholic education growing: 60m students attend 200,000 catholic schools worldwide.

Housing policies contribute to the formation of immigrant ghettos Archbishop of Dublin suggests.