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Annual Pro Life Pilgrimage to Walsingham, England – 23 October

  Annual Pilgrimage of Reparation and Prayer for the Sanctity of Life to Walsingham. For all those for whom distance prevents them attending in person, the Shrine livestream (https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/) will carry the main events of the day so that those watching online can join in with the prayers and devotions.  The main programme commences with the midda...

Dromantine Retreat and Conference Centre - Retreat and Workshops

    Bookings are still available for the following preached retreat and workshops in Dromantine Conference Centre.  Open to everyone. The centre will operate in full compliance with all public health regulations.  Called By A New Name -Refocus, Recharge and Reconnect in a Post-Pandemic World (3 - 8 October £ 420 / € 490) Hello You - Finding ...

Archbishop Eamon Martin celebrates Mass for the centenary of the Legion of Mary

  "Jesus was under no illusions that the Good News will face many obstacles, much opposition, persecution, ridicule even death” - Archbishop Martin   This homily was delivered during Mass in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh on Sunday, 19 September 2021 to mark the centenary of the Legion of Mary. Homily  Dear brothers and sisters, you will reme...

Sharing the Good News Issue 68 - September 2021

  Please see below issue 68 of Sharing the Good News. It can also be downloaded from the home page of www.catholicbishops.ie.  The September issue features the following articles:  Bishop Brendan Leahy welcomes publication of Vatican document on Synodality Northern Catholic Bishops Webinar Series os historical talks  Archbishop Dermot Farrell publishe...

QUB Catholic Chaplaincy has reopened

  The Catholic Chaplaincy at Queen’s University has reopened for the new academic year.   We are a vibrant community of faith and friendship at the heart of campus where students feel welcome, listened-to, valued and supported.  For more on our liturgy schedule, events, facilities and amazing Café, visit www.qubcatholic.org.   We can’t wait to w...

Programme Updates from St Patrick's College, Maynooth

  Message from St Patrick's College, Maynooth:   Leaving Certificate students might like to know that we have available places in 2021 for our BATh degree. It is never too late to find the right programme! Our BATh Arts & Theology Degree is the perfect gateway to a variety of careers, such as teaching, business, finance, journalism and many more! Apply Now  ...

Church leaders promote service of reflection and hope

  Christian commitment to peace, healing and reconciliation underpins Service of Reflection and Hope to mark the partition of Ireland and the formation of Northern Ireland   A Service of Reflection and Hope to mark the centenaries of the partition of Ireland and the formation of Northern Ireland will take place in Saint Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral, Armagh, o...

Bishop Michael Router calls for meeting with Minister Frank Feighan to stop closure of Family Addiction Support Network

    Bishop Michael Router calls for urgent meeting with Minister Frank Feighan to stop closure of Family Addiction Support Network     "It will be devastating for families if FASN is forced to close” – Bishop Router   This week, national media coverage highlighted the serious intimidating behaviour connected to the ongoing drugs related crimi...

Opening School Liturgy – 14 September

    On Tuesday, 14 September at 11.15am, Archbishop Eamon will lead an online Opening School Liturgy from St Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh. Parents, Guardians, Grandparents and other family members are encouraged to participate by following the link below, as we pray for all the children who have returned to school for another academic year.   St. Patrick's Cathed...

Northern Catholic Bishops webinar series to mark centenary of Partition and establishment of Northern Ireland

  "This webinar series is an opportunity for people of all traditions to engage with our shared history” - Archbishop Eamon Martin    The Northern Catholic Bishops have announced that they will host an online webinar series of historical talks marking the centenary of Partition and the establishment of Northern Ireland.  These talks will be led by Dr É...