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Volunteers wanted for IEC 2012

Up to 3,000 volunteers are needed for the International Eucharistic Congress that will take place in Dublin in June 2012. Find out how to apply.

Greetings for IEC 2012 from Uganda

In this video, Bishop Joseph Franzelli from Lira Diocese in Northern Uganda sends his greetings to those preparing for the 50th International Eucharistic Congress in Ireland and reflects on the Congress theme.

Fr Kevin Doran on IEC 2012

In this video, Fr Kevin Doran gives an insight into what pilgrims can expect at the 50th International Eucharistic Congress from 10-17 June in Dublin.

Safeguarding Reviews into 6 Dioceses – Nov 2011

NBSCCC state that the six reports released today by the dioceses show improvements in safeguarding practice. Read press statement and watch video with Ian Elliott.

Fr Paddy Byrne on twitter

Fr Paddy Byrne explains why he opened his twitter account (@frpaddybyrne) and what he has learned about engaging with people on-line.

Praying the New Missal with Children

In this video Maeve Mahon introduces a resource on the New Missal for children which includes a DVD of a Mass celebrated with the New Missal.

Resource for Beginning of the Year School Mass

Resource for Beginning of the Year School Mass

Download a resource that offers teachers suggestions for readings, music and reflections for Masses to mark the beginning of the school year.

Holy See response to Cloyne Report

Holy See response to Cloyne Report

Read a summary of the official response from the Holy See to the Cloyne Report and download the full text.

Priests of Tullamore 24 hour Fast for repentance and renewal

Priests of Tullamore 24 hour Fast for repentance and renewal

To acknowledge the hurt of  people over the abuse scandals and cover up, the priests of Tullamore Parish (Meath Diocese) recently led a 24 hour vigil of prayer and fasting.

Cardinal Brady defends the Seal of Confession

Cardinal Brady defends the Seal of Confession

In his homily at a Mass in Knock marking the centenary of the birth of Blessed  Teresa of Calcutta, Cardinal Seán Brady has defended the seal of confession as matter of religious freedom.