It was disappointing to read that tourists visiting our beautiful island has greatly reduced in recent times. Ireland has benefited hugely from tourism, especially many of the service industries. Ireland...
These weeks many cemetery masses take place in every parish across the country. I really like these occasions when family and communities unite in the brightest days of the year...
Time moves by too quickly, soon we arrive at the longest day of the year June 21st. These long bright days I pray will bring blessing of faith hope and...
As we move through life, we all can agree with the wisdom, “Our health is our wealth”. Health of body and Peace of Mind are important and valued gifts, that...
In a quaint village nestled between rolling hills and valleys of Mount Kilimanjaro, Thomas, a humble farmer, faced a severe drought that threatened his crops and livelihood. With each passing...
First Holy Communion, continues to be an incredibly special day, not just in the life of young people, but for their entire families and indeed school communities. I appreciate the...
There has been huge focus on the Catholic Church over the past number of weeks. As Pope Francis health declined, media commentary intensified following his death and subsequent conclave which...
As I write this article, the cardinal electors, are currently in conclave. Their task, to select the 267th successor of Peter. I pray that the spirit of discernment and peace,...
As I write this article, looking out of my window, the month of May, begins in splendid sunshine. Birds singing loudly, new leaves on the trees suggesting a new season,...
The death of Pope Francis, fills me with a deep sadness as we mourn the loss of a kind, courageous, and gentle pastor. I also have a sense of gratitude...
Sunday 27th of April, Carlo Acutis, will be formally canonized and declared saint. This will take place in an open air ceremony in Saint Peters square the Vatican. He will...
These days of bright blue skies, and spring blossoms, make it easy to identify with the Easter message. In this Jubilee Year of Hope, Easter reminds us we belong to...
