His Excellency Jude Thaddaeus Okolo, Papal Nuncio to Ireland, visited Ashbourne-Donaghmore Parish last weekend. He was formally welcomed to the parish by Ciarán Lawless (Parish Pastoral Council) at the beginning of Mass. The Sprinkling Rite took place at the Baptism font, blessed by Bishop Smith earlier that morning before the commencement of Mass. Candy Querida-Maia and Anastasija Sitova, both received…
Sweet Treats One of my favourite ingredients to use while baking, especially during the summer months, is lemon. The zesty, bitter taste of lemon is perfect for a warm summer day. As we’ve finally had a spot of sun these past few weeks, I’ve created a tray bake to satisfy the senses. This lemon…
Speaking today at Dublin’s Buswells Hotel, Maria Steen of the Iona Institute showed that compared to abortion laws elsewhere in Europe, the Government proposals on a prospective abortion law are anything but restrictive.
Part 2 of the chat with Natalie Doherty (@ParishCatechist) looks at the opportunities of engaging with families during the regular sacramental moments of parish life. Natalie and Fr Michael recently decided to try a new approach around the preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion, looking to engage intentionally with the parents and families.…