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Changes in Irish equality law could threaten identity of religious schools
A measure passed by the Irish legislature in the name of equality actually threatens the ability of religious institutions to... Read more
Vote to legalize gay marriage poses uncertain future for Ireland
As Ireland goes to the polls to vote on whether to legalize same-sex marriage, one Church official warns that the... Read more
Ireland's defense of marriage leaders speak up for mothers, fathers, children
Opponents of a referendum that would recognize “gay marriage” in Ireland face an uphill fight, but one commentator says they... Read more
Scriptures come to life for Irish families through Jesse Box
A new initiative out of Ireland is using Biblical dioramas to engage parents and children in Scripture. The Jesse Box,... Read more
AP issues massive correction on Ireland child burial story
The Associated Press has retracted key claims from its reports of an Irish Catholic home for unwed mothers supposedly burying... Read more
Vocation is 'never static,' reflects newly appointed Irish bishop
Father Kevin Doran, whom Pope Francis appointed Bishop of Elphin, Ireland, on May 14 has emphasized that one’s personal vocation... Read more
Ireland's invite to Pope could signal defrosting relations
After years of tension, news that Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny has invited Pope Francis to visit the country may... Read more
Pope Francis urges Irish, British to value each human life
Ahead of Day for Life Sunday in the U.K., Pope Francis has sent a message to British and Irish Catholics... Read more
Britain urged to investigate murder of Irish human rights champion
Witnesses and congressmen at a U.S. hearing renewed a call to the British government to launch a public inquiry into... Read more
Christendom College summer program explores Church in Ireland
Christendom College has announced a new program in Ireland that will be launched this summer to offer students a deeper... Read more
As Vatican probe nears end, officials see signs of repentance and renewal in Ireland
Church officials in charge of the Vatican’s investigation of clerical abuse in Ireland are wrapping up their fact-finding missions. Read more
