June 18, 2026

‘Face the truth with courage’, bishop’s stark warning to Limerick parishes. Some parishes near closure point; volunteer fatigue, ever depleting finances

A 2025 Limerick diocesan consultation drew 3,000 people and real energy — but Bishop Brendan Leahy in releasing the findings....

Bishops disturbed at political attempts to expand abortion – Bishop Kevin Doran

The Bishop of Achonry and of Elphin has said that the bishops are disturbed by the many attempts by politicians....

Church child protection office sees decrease in new allegations

The latest annual report from the Church’s child protection office shows a decrease in the number of new clerical child....

‘Face the truth with courage’, bishop’s stark warning to Limerick parishes. Some parishes near closure point; volunteer fatigue, ever depleting finances

Kevin Doran

Bishops disturbed at political attempts to expand abortion – Bishop Kevin Doran

Church child protection office sees decrease in new allegations