“Everyone say to himself: ‘When was the last time I went to Confession?’ And if it has been a long time, don’t lose another day! Go, the priest will be good. And Jesus will be there, and Jesus is better than the priests – Jesus receives you. He will receive you with so much love!…

“Gardaí on the ground are at their wits end to stem the tide.”

Anglican groups join to compare experiences

Patricia, Patrice and Karen McGillycuddy pictured at the announcement of the selection of Patrice McGillycuddy, a teacher in Barntown National School, Co. Wexford, to attend this year’s Rose of Tralee representing Abu Dhabi, where she is on a career break. “News of the Rose contestant was greeted with great excitement by all at the school,…

The world’s oldest living nun celebrated her 107th birthday with a special Mass at the Vatican on February 20. Born in 1907, Sister Alma Bellotti joined the Camillian order more than 80 years ago and has ministered to the sick since then. She is currently based with her community in the city of Lucca in…

Faithful gather for annual conference

Journalist’s abuse case brings ACP criticism

Couples opt to tie knot by candlelight

Down & Connor auxiliary named for historic diocese

Prisoner had appealed life sentence