The renowned Cistercian monastery, Mount St Joseph Abbey in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, is to open its doors this month to those interested in experiencing monastic life. Extending an invitation to “experience the rhythm of monastic life” for one weekend, June 6-8, Mount St Joseph is to welcome men aged 20 to 40 interested in seeing…

Abuse survivor Marie Collins has hailed Pope Francis’ decision to meet with abuse survivors in Rome next week. Speaking to The Irish Catholic this week following the Pope’s announcement – during his flight from the Holy Land – that he would welcome a delegation of victims from Ireland, England and Germany to the Vatican, Mrs…

Elber Twomey recounts 2012 tragedy

The Catholic Charismatic Renewal movement will hold its annual conference this June 28 and 29 at the Concert Hall, RDS, Dublin. The weekend will be one of teaching, testimony, Eucharist; praise of God in music, song and words. The main speaker for the event will be Ralph Martin from the United States, while Archbishop Diarmuid…

Lack of response despite high number of attacks

‘We are getting to where we can say yes, now is the time’

Renewed drive against Christian communities

Five suicides confirmed in Galway the previous weekend

New catechetical resource to hit the shelves as early as June 12

Fr Conor Cunnigham PP celebrating Mass on the Cliffs of Moher following an 8km hike from Doolin, Co. Clare with young people from the parish of Lisdoonvarna, Kilshanny & Doolin, and the Galway Diocesan Youth Ministry team to pray for exam students.