Readers of The Irish Catholic are almost evenly split on whether taking sacramental preparation out of schools is a good thing. It comes as the Archdiocese of Dublin confirmed a story in this newspaper last week which first revealed the plan put forward by the Council of Priests. It would see parishes take on a…
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Hierarchy appoints new secretary
The hierarchy has announced the appointment of Clogher priest Msgr Joe McGuinness as the body’s new executive secretary. Msgr McGuinness will succeed Dr Gearóid Dullea who has served in the post for a number of years. The executive secretary is responsible for organising how the work of the conference is prepared, arranged and carried out. He…
Remember the hungry in Christmas run-up
Bishop Denis Nulty has called on people across the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin to ‘Share with the hungry’ as they make their preparations for Christmas and do their Christmas shopping. The bishop was speaking ahead of the annual Reach Out that takes place in parishes across the diocese this coming weekend, December 14-15. For…
Sr Consilio hailed for belief in ‘inherent dignity’ of each person
Sr Consilio Fitzgerald, founder of Cuan Mhuire, which provides addiction treatment services and residential rehabilitation to 3,000 people a year was presented with the Fifth Oireachtas Human Dignity Award at a ceremony in Leinster House on Thursday last, December 5. The Human Life, Human Rights and Human Dignity Award is presented annually by the Oireachtas…
Fr Ray Kelly creates a song and a dance…
Meath-based priest Fr Ray Kelly has launched his autobiographical book in his parish of Oldcastle this week. Father Ray Kelly Hallelujah – Memoirs of a Singing Priest chronicles his life, humble upbringing and subsequent rise to prominence as well as the importance he places on his priestly vocation. The launch took place in St Brigid’s…
News in Brief
Former St Pat’s head to lead DCU Prof. Dáire Keogh has been confirmed as the new President of Dublin City University. Prof. Keogh – a noted historian – was President of St Patrick’s College Drumcondra from 2012 until 2016 when the college was incorporated into DCU. He has published extensively on the history of popular politics, religion…
This Christmas pay a visit to one of Dublin’s oldest treasures!
One of Dublin’s finest traditions, The Moving Crib in Parnell Square is celebrating 63 years. This lovely venue has gone from strength to strength, keeping pace with the changing times while still bearing witness to the true message of Christmas. It’s that time again when our thoughts turn to the very special season of light,…
Take sacraments out of schools Dublin priests advise
Exclusive Preparing children for Communion and Confirmation will no longer be part of the role of a Catholic school if radical new plans proposed by Dublin priests are acted upon The Irish Catholic can reveal. Archbishop Diarmuid Martin, who will make the ultimate decision on whether to implement the parish-based programme, has received the recommendation…
Combat racist politicians with dialogue and generosity says bishop
Understanding the “desperate” situations refugees flee from will help communities combat fear and influence from racist ideologies and politicians, according to the Bishop of Ferns. Returning from a conference about migration in Greece, which is on the frontline of the refugee crisis in Europe, Bishop Denis Brennan said there’s “always a possibility” that politicians will…
London cleric proves hit with 60-second sermons
A young London-based cleric has proved to be an internet hit by reminding young people of a simple Gospel truth: they are loved by God. Rev. Chris Lee (36), the Church of England vicar of St Saviour’s in west London, has garnered more than 100,000 Instagram followers with his 60-second sermons. His videos on YouTube…