The 22-page document from the Congregation for the Clergy warns that under no circumstances can lay people give the homily during the celebration of the Eucharist.

“Helping and caring for others is a beautiful example of God’s closeness in times of need and his living mercy active in our lives."

The policy of the Diocese of Cloyne is that a priest who is out of ministry, for whatever reason, cannot exercise a public ministry: Bishop William Crean.

“If you want to be a fisher of people you have to push the boat out": Bishop Donal McKeown.

Deanery groupings will no longer be made up solely of priests but will expand membership to allow participation of laity and Religious.

28 people from parishes across diocese complete first ever Youth Ministry programme.