Speaking in St John's Cathedral, the Bishop of Limerick said the restrictions over these past weeks have taught people that "time is something we can’t control. Time is a gift.”
Bishop Leahy pays tribute to the Limerick COVID-19 Community Response which is ensuring that the daily needs of the elderly, unwell or those with a confirmed diagnosis or those isolating on suspicion of having COVID-19 are met.
Bishop Brendan Leahy and his Church of Ireland counterpart Bishop Kenneth Kearon will participate in the ecumenical prayer live on webcam from Mount Saint Alphonsus in Limerick city at 11am today.
Cancellation of Masses and directives on funerals are necessary as the Church puts its shoulder behind the national effort to protect the elderly and those with underlying health conditions.
The report stated that England’s cathedrals contribute more than £220m to the economy each year, drawing in more than 11 million visitors.
“Since becoming President almost six years ago, Michael worked relentlessly and with compelling conviction to lead the College with clear-sighted vision through a difficult era for higher education,” said Professor Eugene Wall, Acting President of MIC.
One of the biggest challenges facing the Irish Church at the moment is the shortage of candidates coming forward to priesthood and religious life – Bishop of Ferns.
Liturgy will open a week-long series of events, culminating with the official Synod, a gathering of 400 delegates from Friday to Sunday, 8-10 April.
The instinct would, understandably, be to pull back and close in on ourselves but that would give in to those behind such attacks, who want separation, mistrust and fear.
Around 40% of pupils today are Muslim and there are up to three dozen nationalities at the school.
“The Church is in need of repair” and will only be regenerated if it is more inclusive and if clergy and laity work together.
Fr David Casey's ordination will be the last for the next five or six years.
Easter vigil to be broadcast live from St John's to mark status as National City of Culture.
Renowned Irish organist, Professor Gerard Gillen, to launch festival at St John's Cathedral.
