Breda O'BrienThere are huge challenges facing this month’s Synod on the Family
Month: October 2014
Synod will discuss marriage, but just what is marriage
Cathal BarryMany Catholics don’t understand what the Church teaches about marriage, writes Kieron Wood
What a papal visit to Ireland might look like
Michael KellyWith growing speculation that Pope Francis will visit Ireland, Michael Kelly explores potential options
Irishwoman addresses Pope on vocation of grandparents
Catherine Wiley, the founder of the Catholic Grandparents Association (CGA), and her grandson Tom met Pope Francis at an event for grandparents in St Peter's Square last Sunday during the first international day dedicated to old age, organised by the Pontifical Council for the Family. Mrs Wiley was to chosen to offer a testimony to…
Drogheda sacristan ends hunger strike at Dominican church
Mags GarganFight against the church closure will continue with a protest rally at the weekend