Christians must pull together to make common cause with a Faith under siege

There must always be some hesitation about applying contemporary norms and concepts retrospectively

The stakes in the coming marriage referendum could scarcely be higher, writes David Quinn

Something there is that needs a crucifixion. Everything that’s good eventually gets scapegoated and crucified. How? By that curious, perverse dictate somehow innate within human life that assures that there’s always someone or something that cannot leave well enough alone, but, for reasons of its own, must hunt down and lash out at what’s good.…

The apostles gave their successors the duty of completing their work, writes Cathal Barry

Holy Week processions are true community events with thousands lining the streets each year

On the 10th anniversary of John Paul II’s death, Michael Kelly reflects on his powerful pontificate

Consecrated life remains at the forefront of the Church’s pastoral outreach, writes Sr Pat O’Donovan

Notebook

Editor’s Comment by Michael Kelly