Figures released by the HSE show that 12 babies were born alive in Irish hospitals following abortion procedures in 2022, all of whom died soon afterwards. The information, disclosed in responds to parliamentary questions from Independent Ireland TD Ken O’Flynn, revealed that one baby was under 22 weeks’ gestation, nine were between 22-27 weeks, and…
Archbishop Eamon Martin has warned that the modern world risks “slowly destroying itself” if it continues to pursue power and possessions at the expense of faith, dignity, and love. Speaking during his homily at Newry Cathedral honouring the Order of Malta, he said: “Our troubled world at times appears to be manifesting an indestructible force…
On Saturday in Limerick, at the Redemptorist Community Limerick grounds, an event took place that united Ukrainian communities across Ireland not only in prayer but also in sport. A football tournament was held between priests and laypeople from parishes across the country — from Dublin, Sligo, Waterford, Limerick, and Galway. The tournament was organised by…
Over the month of September, the Diocese of Cork and Ross has held two meetings for representatives of the 16 groups of parishes to discuss a range of topics raised by parishioners and clergy in the last year. The first of these meetings took place on September 7 in Rosscarbery, and the second on September…
Parishioners of Graiguecullen/Killeshin in Co. Calow are mourning the death of a unique member of their community. The Parish dog, Buddy, died on Friday, September 12. PP Fr John Dunphy said “she was a little gift” and that both children and adults loved her. “She was very involved with the kids [in the parish choir].”…
“Love is the life of the Church and prayer is the lifeblood of that life, prayer is hope in action,” Archbishop Dermot Farrell told the congregation at St Kevin’s, Harrington Street, as he ordained Bro. Ciarán Egan to the priesthood on Saturday, September 13. This was the first ordination to take place in St Kevin’s…
The annual National Vocations Directors Conference took place on September 9-10 at the Knock House Hotel, bringing together directors from every Irish diocese for two days of prayer, reflection, and collaboration. This year’s gathering carried a strong international dimension. Keynote speakers included Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne of Hartford, Connecticut; Fr Anthony Federico, Vocations Director for…
The National Ploughing Championships 2025 took place this week and ends today. This year, the largest outdoor event in Europe brough huge crowds to Tullamore, Co. Offaly in the Diocese of Meath. Speaking with The Irish Catholic prior to the event, Fr Derek Darby said the Bishop of Meath Tom Deenihan would attend the Ploughing…
Divisive, dangerous and provocative – that’s how some in the media described American activist Charlie Kirk, after he was shot dead in Utah just days ago. “The answers he gave were astonishing!” said one Sky TV commentator, who cited his “outlandish” pro-life position and Kirk’s “dislike of abortion” – as if killing a child in…
Led and organised by Anto Crossey of Armagh, ‘Walk the Cross’ is an annual pilgrimage event that invites pilgrims to walk 33 kilometres – one for each year that Jesus lived. The event took place in Co. Down and across the UK on the weekend of September 13 and 14. While last year’s event saw…
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