Cathal BarryThe Church teaches that Confirmation and the Eucharist are the ‘summit’ of Christian initiation, writes Cathal Barry
Category: Comment & Analysis
Direct provision: Living in limbo
Mags GarganOne year after promises of reform, the waiting game continues for those trapped in Ireland’s asylum system, writes Mags Gargan
Widespread confusion on role of pastoral councils
A review of the parish based initiative has revealed uncertainty about how to face challenges, writes Cathal Barry
Limerick synod to tackle major issues facing the Church
A number of major themes have been selected for the diocesan synod next year, writes Cathal Barry
Most western media is hostile or tone deaf towards religion
David QuinnPersecution of religion is still not getting the attention it deserves, writes David Quinn
Europe’s troubling identity crisis
Michael KellyMichael Kelly reflects on Pope Francis words on “elderly and haggard” Europe
Mixed feelings on the Church’s role in 1916 commemorations
Mary Kenny“You’d be forgiven for thinking that 1916 has now become a brand”, writes Mary Kenny
The Church needs to separate decision-making from ordination
Nuala O’LoanDespite Pope Francis’ appreciation of “the feminine genius”, women still have not been granted “a proper place in decision-making in the Church”, writes Nuala O’Loan
Even billionaires need to seek help to tackle alcoholism
Tragedies may lead us to “disabling” addictions, but treatment can help us overcome the darkness, writes Mary Kenny
‘Mistake’ to overlook abuse – Primate
Archbishop Eamon Martin tells Cathal Barry why he chose to tackle the issue of abuse at the Synod of Bishops