Ecumenical Patriarch says restoration of Christian unity “cannot happen overnight” but Catholic and Orthodox leaders are working to strengthen ties.
Catholic theology has not changed though existence of the devil has been downplayed says Irish bishop.
"God created human beings and let them develop according to the internal laws that He gave to each one so they would reach fulfilment.”
"Marriage should not be seen just as a social rite" Pontiff tells members of Schoenstatt movement.
Religious who lived in Syria speaks of plight of Christians and the need to cut off arms supply to extremists and establish all-party talks.
In a speech to members of the International Association of Criminal Law Pontiff highlights need to combat human trafficking and corruption.
Parish priest Fr John Brogan overcome as Pope imparts blessing following beatification ceremony of Blessed Paul VI.
Pontiff singles out Irish diocese for special mention at general audience.
Archbishop Diarmuid Martin was neither disappointed nor satisfied with how things ended in the Vatican last weekend.
"The Church and media share similar goals - to seek out the truth and highlight injustice," Archbishop Eamon Martin tells Radharc Trust awards ceremony.
“In a more equal Church there would be lay people involved in determining the guest list as well as on it,” married couple tell ACI conference.
Pontiff and Vatican Secretary of State call for an adequate response to Christians' suffering by the international community to prevent new genocides.
ACP's Fr Sean McDonagh accuses Cardinal of “lopsided moral perspective” in his rigid views on sexuality while ignoring climate change.
Archbishop Martin says courageous and creative leadership needed to secure the peace.
The biggest challenge: how to open a dialogue with men and women where they are and lead them to a better idea of the Christian understanding of marriage.
The Society was suppressed in 1773 by Pope Clement the XIV and restored in 1815 by Pope Pius VII.
5th centenary celebrations of the birth of Carmelite St Teresa of Avila launched in Ireland.
Cardinal Francesco Coccopalmiero favours letting individual bishops make nullity decisions after careful consideration, based largely on the credibility of the couple.
Prelates told to keep their mind and hearts on Jesus and warned not to try and take over the vineyard of the Lord.
On Church's Day for Life, Bishops cite inspiring example of Kerry teenager Donal Walsh and urge people to 'live life!'
'The Cry of the Earth' pastoral reflection reissued to highlight why and how care of the natural environment is rooted in the Christian faith.
Bishop Leahy pays tribute to Donal Walsh who “encouraged us all to really value the gift of every moment.”
Archbishop Eamon Martin elected president of Irish Bishops Conference.
Synod will take place over three days bringing together 400 delegates who will set out a path for renewal for the Church in Limerick.
Cardinal Lorenzo Baldisseri says married couples will have a prominent role in the Synod.
Catholic Grandparents Association founder, Catherine Wiley, to give a testimony highlighting the vocation of grandparents.
Focolare flows from "charism of unity" says Pope and calls on movement to "go out in spirit of dialogue".
Sr Margaret Muldoon urged “to turn down her invitation to the synod in favour of a married family person, even at this late stage.”
Renowned journalist John Allen Jr suggests papacy of Francis represents a Kairos moment for the whole Church.
"May no one use religion as a pretext for actions against human dignity and against ... the right to life and the right to religious freedom!"
