Cardinal Vincent Nichols spoke to WMOF pilgrims today about the importance of marriage preparation and support, explaining that the sacrament is an ongoing journey into God’s presence.
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WMOF2018 official vestments and more explained
Chai BradyIntroducing some of the liturgical elements featuring during WMOF2018 is Fr Damien McNeice, head of the Liturgy Committee. This includes the vestments worn during Masses, chalices, ciboria, the processional cross and the penal cross that will be on the altar during the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26. Beside the new green…
Garda Superintendent talks to us about WMOF2018 arrangements
Colm FitzpatrickGarda Superintendent Thomas Murphy spoke to our journalist Colm Fitzpatrick about the travel arrangements for people wanting to see Pope Francis next month for the World Meeting of Families.
The Deacon in the Parish Today
After a few weeks’ hiatus, Episode 16 of the Irish Catholic Podcast brings John Quinn into conversation with Deacon Noel Ryan of Balinteer Parish in Dublin. Part personal testimony, part demystifying the ministry of the Permanent Deaconate, this chat sheds light into this historically important ministry, and looks at the role Deacons have to play…
Tragic Collision on Church grounds in Clondalkin
The Archdiocese of Dublin has called for prayers after a tragic collision on the grounds of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St Killian Church in Clondalkin in Dublin, which lead to several injuries – some believed to be fatal. A driver, who is believed to be a visiting priest about to…
How to attend Papal events at WMOF 2018
If you want to attend any of Pope Francis’ events, listen closely! Brenda Drumm, Media and Communications Director of WMOF 2018, shares the arrangement of tickets for the papal events with The Irish Catholic.
Archbishop Eamon Martin speaks about the papal visit and WMOF preparations
Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin, today speaking about his disappointment of no papal visit to the North and his excitement for the World Meeting of Families this August.
Living & Communicating the Gospel
Episode 15 of the podcast brings John Quinn into conversation with Fr Paddy Byrne of Portloaise Parish. This bumper episode features lots of insight, some challenging thoughts and many thought-provoking questions – so grab a cup of tea and settle in! Looking at how we can communicate the Gospel today, Fr Paddy and John look…
Govt abortion pill tactic is red herring – LoveBoth
A leading pro-life group has condemned the actions of Minister of Health Simon Harris for “cynically” using the issue of abortion pills to argue for the repeal of the Eighth Amendment and has suggested that better solutions to this issue are needed. Speaking at a press conference in Dublin today, LoveBoth spokesperson Caroline Simons said…
Government trying to ‘dupe’ public into belief abortion helps mental health – psychiatrist
An Irish psychiatrist has said the Government inserted the mental health clause into proposed abortion legislation to “dupe the public” into thinking abortion will help mental health issues. Dr Patricia Casey and 25 other psychiatrists released an open letter today saying it is “dishonest” to dub the proposed legislation ‘healthcare’. They write: “Given the experience…