Inclusivity for all is the message from Bishop of Elphin
There is place for everyone at the Catholic Church table, according to the Bishop of Elphin Kevin Doran. Speaking at Knock Shrine yesterday, the Bishop addressed the discomfort felt within certain communities as the Church’s role with Irish society continues to develop. Last week, Bishop Doran was singled out for…
First Communions to take place in parts of Sligo
It’s now likely that First Communions in parts of Sligo, Roscommon, Galway and Westmeath will go ahead despite public health advice. Government says baptisms, communions and confirmations should not take place at this time. However baptisms will be allowed from next Thursday once protective measures are put in…
Catholic archbishops seek legal advice over ban on attending religious services
Ireland’s Catholic archbishops are taking legal advice over the Health Minister’s move to ban public masses and other religious services in church. Stephen Donnelly signed the law making them a criminal offence last week. Bishop of Elphin, Kevin Doran described the move, coming so late into restrictions, as ‘offensive’. The…
Bishop Doran pleads for people to attend mass
The Bishop of the diocese of Elphin, Kevin Doran is appealing for people to be allowed to attend mass, saying they are being deprived of their worship. Level 3 and 4 restrictions say religious ceremonies are to be held online, while certain numbers of people can attend funerals. …
Bishop of Elphin warns against anger boiling over after Garda shooting
Bishop of Elphin Kevin Doran says the death of Detective Garda Colm Horkan has caused outrage in the area. But he’s urging people not to let their anger boil over: https://filedn.com/lglCaxamfnlV2gaMY6rU7tH/News%20Clips%202019-20/Doran%20garda%20shooting.mp3 Preparations are under way for a State funeral for Detective Garda Colm Horkan. His…
Listen Back: Mass from Sligo Cathedral, Sunday, May 3rd
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