David QuinnWhat Catholicism has to say about sex runs counter to the ‘ideology of choice’, writes David Quinn
Month: October 2013
A Canon of rich literature
Peter CostelloPeter Costello profiles a forgotten novelist of Catholic Ireland
Francis in his own words
There is much to digest in the Pope’s words, writes Fr Rolheiser
We should welcome a chance to decide
Why did so few vote in the Seanad Referendum, asks Sarah Carey
The abortion law can be overturned
Dear Editor, I deplore the abortion legislation recently passed by the Dáil. I applaud the work of the Pro Life Campaign, the Life Institute and others for mobilising such impressive numbers in opposition to the law. The way we approach the next phase of the campaign will determine whether or not the law is overturned…
Archbishop’s donation ensures DIT chaplaincy services
Cathal BarryDublin Archdiocese donates €500,000 towards the refurbishment costs of a derelict church
We must defend faith formation
Dear Editor, The Department of Education has recently invited submissions regarding the teaching of religion in primary schools. Reading the document on the department's website it is clear that unless we make our views known to them before November 22, we are likely to see significant changes in our primary schools in regard to: the…
66% of people in Ireland do not have a will
Mags GarganRecent research shows only 34% of adults in Ireland have made a will
What coalition costs us all
The Price of Power: Inside Ireland’s Crisis Coalition, by Pat Leahy (Penguin Ireland, €17.99 / £14.99; ebook €9.99)
Big music and major debates
Brendan O’ReganTelevised debates dominated ahead of the Seanad Referendum, writes Brendan O’Regan