A school in the depths of a country torn apart by religious extremism would “dearly appreciate” an English teacher from Ireland to help rebuild the community, according to Archbishop Eamon Martin. The Archdiocese of Erbil in Iraq is rebuilding after ISIS destroyed towns and villages in the area and desecrated Christian sites and persecuted Christians.…
Chai Brady compiles a list of seven sport stars to watch out for The world of sport can be a challenging one, with athletes often pushing themselves to the limits of their physicality, while some may be driven by hopes of fame and renown others put their faith in God and thank Him for…
Chai Brady hears about the disparity between Christmas before and after addiction One of the best Christmas presents a GAA star and former gambling addict ever received was the chance to see a “glimpse of the future”, and just how good it can be. Oisin McConville, a former Armagh GAA player, has often spoke…
Despite musical success The Priests ‘are the opposite of the Rolling Stones’, writes Chai Brady Even while rubbing shoulders with musicians as critically acclaimed as Rihanna, Tom Jones and more, The Priests look at it is as an opportunity towards an “encounter” and even a possibility to evangelise celebrities. Breaking the Guinness Book of…
Young people leaving State care continue to receive inadequate support, with those leaving residential care put in “particularly risky” situations including homelessness, according to Sr Stan. Speaking on behalf of Focus Ireland, she said Tusla’s aftercare social workers face huge caseloads which lead to children being assigned a caseworker but not receiving support. “Some, particularly…
In a response to Katherine Zappone’s letter about the Mother and Baby Homes Pope Francis has suggested that the Government also accept their role in the controversy. During the Pope’s visit in August for the World Meeting of Families the Minister for Children spoke to Francis and wrote to him about the institutions, asking the…
A new Remembrance Garden has been opened in a Limerick school and was blessed by Bishop Brendan Leahy who attended its opening. Coinciding with Grandparents Day, Athea National School opened the Remembrance Garden last week as a place for pupils to play and relax, as well as being an area of reflection for all. A…
Parishioners at the Dublin church founded by Cardinal Newman are “delighted” that a second miracle attributed to him has been recognised by the Vatican, paving his way to sainthood. Blessed Cardinal Newman founded and designed Newman University Church which has brought “many great experiences of Faith and worship to people” according to the parish priest.…
Those guilty of the shooting of 10 innocent people in Ballymurphy showed “sneering contempt” and “lack of repentance” according to the parish priest at a memorial service. Relatives and friends of the victims held a candlelit vigil in memory of their loved ones who were killed in West Belfast in 1971. The Ballymurphy shootings occurred…
Parishes can be a “shining example” to the community if they become actively involved in tackling climate change, according to a parish pastoral worker for the Archdiocese of Dublin. Speaking from the Czech Republic while on pilgrimage to Poland Jane Mellett said she believes the Church can be a “leading voice” on the issue of…