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In a joint statement the Church Leaders have invited ‘prayerful support’ for their Service of Reflection and Hope, which takes place at Saint Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral, Armagh, on 21 October 2021. The Church Leaders said: "Towards the end of 2020, after prayerful reflection and dialogue, we made a decision as the Church Leaders Gr...
Read MoreTo mark the 150th anniversary of the declaration of St Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church, Pope Francis has proclaimed this year as a Year of St Joseph. A special Triduum of Prayer to St Joseph will be celebrated in St Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh from Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 October. Mass on each of the days will be celebrated at 8am, 10am and 7.30pm. Let us a...
Read MoreOur Lady of Lourdes Hospital Women and Children’s services are holding their Annual Service of Remembrance in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Drogheda on Sunday 3 October at 3pm. Join us as we come together to remember those affected by pregnancy, infant and childhood bereavement. ...
Read MoreAnnual 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...
Read MoreBookings 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 ...
Read More"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...
Read MoreSharing 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...
Read MoreQUB 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...
Read MoreMessage 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 ...
Read MoreChristian 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...
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