A gambling consultation launched by the Northern Irish government has been welcomed by charities who say the current law is “not fit for purpose” and is leading to “suffering”. Launched by the Department of Communities (DfC) it runs from December 16, 2019 to February 21, 2020 and consults the public and stakeholders as to the…
I don’t look forward to the day when I may be unable to swallow the Holy Communion which the priest will bring me, writes Kieron Wood It’s estimated that five in every 100,000 people over 50 are affected by progressive nuclear palsy (PSP). I’m a male aged 70, so I’m in the most common…
The administration of Argentine president Alberto Fernández, who took office last week, has updated the country’s abortion protocol to guarantee access to abortion to women who have been raped. Argentinian law allows abortion in cases when the mother’s life or health is in danger, or in cases of rape. However pro-choice activists maintain that it…
Winter can put many of us into a state of despair, writes Colm Fitzpatrick Many people look forward to the winter season where you can build snowmen, drink hot chocolate by the fire and cosy up with a Christmas movie. However, this idyllic image of these icy months isn’t shared by everyone – most…
A Parent’s Perspective Our family often attend Mass in the Dominican Priory of St Eustace in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Following the example of St Dominic, the Dominicans seek to impart the truth to people who are living in a time of radically changed circumstances, an ancient Gospel truth that is forever fresh and relevant to…
Christmas looms large in children’s minds. It is for them a time when the mundane is transformed into the glittering and magical. The Christmas lights strewn across the land are a collective rebellion against the darkness in these, the very darkest days of the year. Since the end of November, during every night-time car journey,…
Notebook It was St Stephen’s morning and I was in the sacristy for morning Mass. As I got ready, I asked one of the altar servers if he had an enjoyable Christmas Day. I had follow-up questions as well: “What did you get from Santa?” Is that what you wanted?” Even more questions, if needed,…
A musical new year Why not start your new year off with a bang…of a cymbal and the beat of a drum? Join the National Youth Orchestra of Ireland and Symphonic Waves conducted by Gearoid Grant and James Cavanagh for a New Year celebration at the Bailey Allen Hall, NUI Galway! NYOI works with the…
Róise McGagh The Dublin City University chaplain has stated he would like students to have a choice of food on campus after their SU has moved to move beef off the menu. “Personally, I would like to see the option for those who wish to be vegetarian and for those who wish to eat…
A documentary about Irish rosary priest Venerable Patrick Peyton has been awarded ‘best documentary’ at a Christian film festival in the US. Pray: The Story of Patrick Peyton won the award at the 2nd Annual God Country Family Christian Film Festival held in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Patrick Peyton was born on January 9, 1909 in…
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