Dear Editor, I am somewhat surprised that the Association of Catholic Priests (ACP), have come out as neutral in the forthcoming Marriage Equality Referendum. Given that the ACP consistently proposes altering Catholic moral teaching, I am somewhat surprised at the tone of its decision to stay neutral i.e. after a survey of its members it’s…

Dear Editor, John Mangan (IC, Letters, 19/03/2015) defends Barack Obama, citing his policies and laws towards the poor and the underprivileged, particularly in the arena of healthcare and immigration. I can’t guess Mr Obama’s intentions, but it’s important to draw the distinction between the free exercise of charity and government mandated socialist policy. The motivations…

Dear Editor, The point I wish to raise about same-sex marriage is not new, but I think, perhaps, it has not  been given sufficient consideration. I refer to the importance of language and the use of words. I believe, (like most others I’m sure), that everyone has a right to equal respect, care, and compassion.…

Dear Editor, Changing any law, or Constitution, or State policy, like an election, means an open political debate – no matter what the content – any firm or citizen may freely choose to fund or ignore or aid or oppose any proposal or candidate. So how can any bakery firm be conscripted to provide a…

Dear Editor, Congratulations to Mary Kenny on her thoughtful piece on the Annunciation (IC 26/03/2015). It is a cause for concern that the feast day is so much neglected and the fact that it is often confused with the Immaculate Conception shows a lack of knowledge of the Catholic faith. Yours etc., Colm de Barra,…