While this result is disappointing, the fact that well over 200 public representatives in the House of Commons and House of Lords voted against the regulations is encouraging – Pro Life Campaign.
“Westminster cannot justifiably continue to try and impose abortion on Northern Ireland. It is clear from the 46:40 vote that this devolved issue should be decided by Northern Ireland’s elected representatives and not the UK parliament” - PLC.
"Voters have a duty to inform themselves on the position of election candidates in respect of their willingness to support and cherish equally the lives of mothers and their unborn children" – bishops in Northern Ireland.
In a strong statement on the right to life, the Bishop of Clogher asks political representatives in Northern Ireland to set their differences aside.
It’s time to get Northern Ireland moving again – DUP leader, Arlene Foster MLA.
Newman was one of the great literary figures of the 19th century and the founder and first rector of the university now known as UCD.
“The Word of God neither ages nor ceases to be relevant, no matter what changes occur in our society.”
Church leaders join forces in a bid to halt "barbaric abortion legislation”.
"More than 20,000 people, from every tradition, attended the March because people are outraged that Westminster has hijacked our democratic process and has sought to impose abortion on Northern Ireland."
“Citizens deserve the fullest participation in the democratic debate about the legislation which governs it.”
“These are touchstone issues which deserve the most anxious and intense consideration by legislators and citizens.”
“The direct and intentional taking of the life of any innocent human being is always gravely wrong – we must avoid becoming desensitised to the value of every human life.”
“The uncomfortable things we say need not be judgemental or harsh, but simply counter-cultural.”
Precious Life insists “compelling body of evidence and lived experiences” on pro life side were not included in UK Women and Equalities Committee report on abortion in Northern Ireland released yesterday.
It is imperative for all to stand together with other Christians to speak against youth violence, support victims and help to find solutions to rebuild trust on our streets, in our parks, neighbourhoods and communities, says Cardinal Nichols.
“May God bless Ireland and its generous hearted people. May that love, in every family, be a protection for the unborn, whatever the law may now permit.”
A fundamental responsibility of every follower of Jesus is to transform the world with hope. Every vote in favour of a more just, peaceful and caring society is a concrete and personal expression of that hope.
“Sadly for unmarried mothers, adoption was considered to be in the best interests of the mother and child”.
“Unlike some of the other summer schools, the Daniel O’Connell School does not have a specific theme. Instead, we offer a mix of lectures on local, county, national and international history.”
Pope Francis commissioned hundreds of ‘Missionaries of Mercy’ during Mass at St Peter’s Basilica, including Irish Jesuit, Fr Tony O’Riordan.
Canon Paul McAleenan studied for the priesthood in St Patrick's College Thurles. Cardinal Nichols will preside at episcopal ordination on 25 January.
Former Archbishop of Westminster to speak on ‘Pope Francis: Witness to Mercy’ at Kilkenny faith event.
“All of us can play our part in making such a plan work on the ground here in Ireland" - Archbishop Eamon Martin.
Not a single destroyed house has been rebuilt and at least 100,000 people remain displaced.
Results “cannot disguise a deeply divided nation, one which has rarely been more fragile and is heading into a precarious future.”
South Tipperary Deputy Mattie McGrath sees "no reason why there could not be a specific space for prayer in the Oireachtas on a full-time basis”.
Archbishop Clarke describes Lord Carey's position as "perplexing".
