Update from the Columban Centre in Dublin

Update from the Columban Centre in Dublin

With the easing of Covid restrictions our work teaching English to refugees and migrants was able to get back to pre-Covid levels, writes Michael O’Sullivan. We have kept classes smaller but are running more afternoon classes to cope with demand. As well as the...
Anniversary Mass for Fr Rufus Halley in Butlerstown

Anniversary Mass for Fr Rufus Halley in Butlerstown

Mass was celebrated on Sunday 5th September 2021 in Butlerstown parish, Co Waterford to mark the 20th anniversary of the killing of former parishioner, Fr Rufus Halley. Due to Covid restrictions, the number permitted to attend was restricted. Fr Donie Hogan, a...
Funerals in Covid Times

Funerals in Covid Times

Fr Ray Husband writes about a recent family bereavement and the devastating impact of Covid restrictions on his family’s grief. Traditionally we Irish have dealt with death in a positive and hands on manner. The Irish wake is known for the celebration of the...