Rome, Italy, Jul 19, 2006 / 22:00 pm
The spokesmen and communication directors of the different European bishops’ conferences will gather in Ireland July 20-23, to discuss the presence of Islam in Europe, the pastoral challenges in the field of communications, the Catholic perspective on freedom of the press, respect for religions and ecumenism, among other subjects.
The event is being organized by the Council of Bishops’ Conferences of Europe and will take place in Maynooth, Ireland. According to the Fides news agency, the idea for the meeting came from the Bishops’ Conference of Ireland and its director of communications, Martin Long.
35 representatives from 23 countries will participate. Other issues to be discussed include reconciliation in Northern Ireland and the agenda of the European Union.
Subscribe to our daily newsletter
At Catholic News Agency, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. We provide news about the Church and the world, as seen through the teachings of the Catholic Church. When you subscribe to the CNA UPDATE, we'll send you a daily email with links to the news you need and, occasionally, breaking news.
As part of this free service you may receive occasional offers from us at EWTN News and EWTN. We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Click hereOur mission is the truth. Join us!
Your monthly donation will help our team continue reporting the truth, with fairness, integrity, and fidelity to Jesus Christ and his Church.
Donate to CNA