Diocese of Derry

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A mural in Derry depicting then-Father Daly leading a group carrying a victim on Bloody Sunday, Jan. 30, 1972.

Bloody Sunday anniversary a time to remember, and forgive, Derry bishop says

Jan 28, 2022

By Kevin J. Jones

Fifty years ago, the Bloody Sunday massacre resulted in many reactions: lies, anger, and a misplaced desire to forget the... Read more

Irish diocese delays First Communions until autumn over Covid concerns

Mar 25, 2021

The Diocese of Derry has announced that First Communions, customarily held in spring, will be postponed so as to discourage... Read more

Priest in Northern Ireland prays for church arsonists

May 28, 2019

The pastor of Holy Family parish in Derry had led prayers for the young people who committed an arson attack... Read more

Saint Mura's Cross, as it appeared in August 1996.

Small Irish community seeks help to save a saint's iconic cross

Dec 6, 2018

A unique Irish cross marking the 1,400-year-old grave of a Catholic saint is in danger of destruction due to erosion,... Read more

Catholic church in Northern Ireland hit with sectarian graffiti

Aug 1, 2018

A Catholic church in Northern Ireland was vandalized Tuesday morning with sectarian graffiti, upsetting parishioners and local leaders.  Read more

A mural in Derry depicting then-Father Daly leading a group carrying a victim on Bloody Sunday, Jan. 30, 1972.

Irish bishop of Bloody Sunday fame remembered for his peaceful witness

Aug 8, 2016

By CNA Staff

After his death in hospital Monday morning, Bishop Emeritus Edward Daly of Derry's ministry advocating for peace during the Troubles... Read more

Falsely accused Irish priest returns to ministry with joy

Mar 12, 2014

A priest exonerated of sexual assault charges against a teen girl will return to his parish with “great joy,” almost... Read more