“it does not matter what you identify yourself as, so long as you work on behalf of the human rights of others”, writes Breda O’Brien
Breda O'Brien
We need to re-group, re-think and reform
There was much to learn from the ‘gruelling campaign’, writes Breda O’Brien
I hate homophobia, but same-sex marriage will not eradicate it
The marriage referendum is not about equality, writes Breda O’Brien
Francis is a truly radical Pope
Pope Francis wants us to return to the very roots of our Faith, writes Breda O’Brien
Two legal mothers but no legal father – all with the blessing of the State
Breda O’Brien, The View
Media rediscovers that Pope Francis is Catholic
Is it only a matter of time before the media honeymoon which Pope Francis has enjoyed is over? Certainly, some of the media coverage of his recent trip to the Philippines might suggest that yes, the media has rediscovered that the Pope is a Catholic. Pope Francis has an informal style of speaking that makes…
Looking to a New Year with hope
‘People have a natural disposition towards optimism or pessimism, but it can be changed’ writes Breda O’Brien
Some so unwilling to have values challenged they sacrifice free speech
For those who have been taught how to think, it is important to speak up when challenged, writes Breda O’Brien
Synod must not become a single-focused meeting
There are huge challenges facing this month’s Synod on the Family
Catholics must grow in real confidence to share the Faith
Perhaps a revival of traditions would help us find our identity again