Why do I remain a priest?

I’m writing these reflections in Holy Week and later this evening I will join my colleagues to celebrate the Chrism Mass during which we will renew the promises made at ordination. Much has changed since that July evening in 1986 when I first made those promise and so this annual renewal causes me to reflect…

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A reunion at a border post

Notebook Recently I drove across the border from Northern Ireland into the Republic. To be honest these days you have little sense that you are crossing from one jurisdiction to another but I was reminded of how different it was when I first travelled that route in the late 70s and 80s. It was a…

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There is no expiry date on the sacraments

Notebook In recent days four people of my acquaintance have tested positive for Covid-19. The four are from different age groups and all have been fully vaccinated in recent months. In all four cases, the positive test has meant that their families and others within their circles are isolating. This personal experience is having a…