"In accordance with current public guidelines, bishops expect that the Sacrament of Confirmation will begin to be celebrated from late summer onwards," – Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference.

Each day of Advent amounts to a period of time which allows us to journey and reflect on the joy of the Gospel.

Aidan Chester has been a member of the company’s senior management team since 2009 and has extensive retail, distribution and marketing experience.

New features incorporated into the calendar include a ‘Thought for Today’ voiced by contributors including members of the hierarchy.

Faithful urged to make time to pray alone and with loved ones during Advent.