The Vatican’s inquiry in to US nuns raises some concerns, but it is positive, writes Paul Keenan
Category: Opinion
Belief in the Holy Spirit
The Church teaches that faith is possible though the working of the Holy Spirit, writes Cathal Barry
Christmas is to be delighted in
‘Christmas is about the monumental challenge to reform our lives’, writes Fr Ron Rolheiser
Through the eyes of Mary
Gazing upon the awesome majesty of the face of God
God is on our side
The call of Christmas is a challenge for us to do what we can to make the world a better place, writes Michael Kelly
Viewing Christmas past through rose-tinted glasses
Treasuring past Christmases for their ‘uncomplicated simplicity’
Five years after, Christmas hope is rising once more
Christmas 2009 was a painful time for the Church in Ireland, writes Joe O’Brien
Obey all the rules
Migrants should be acquainted with the law – it’s common sense
United against militants
Muslim leaders have responded to Pope Francisí call on extremism, writes Paul Keenan
The Church cannot deny Communion to the faithful
Dear Editor, The shortage of priests, already a reality, is no excuse for denying the Sacrament of Holy Communion to the faithful. Indeed the Code of Canon Law seems clear (Canon 918). It is most strongly recommended that the faithful receive Holy Communion in the course of a Eucharistic celebration. If, however, for good reason…

Paul Keenan
Cathal Barry
Fr Ronald Rolheiser
Archbishop Eamon Martin
Michael Kelly
Mary Kenny
Courtney McGrail