Darkness into Light – A Nation’s Response
We hear from author Joan Freeman, the founder of Pieta House, about the origins and impact of the Darkness into Light walk
Social
Let the Oppressed Go Free – a dream for Dublin
Sculptor Timothy Schmalz and Archbishop Dermot Farrell share the dream of the full size bronze of the anti-human trafficking sculpture 'Let the Oppressed Go Free' coming to Dublin
The St Patrick that all of Europe still needs – Archbishop Dermot Farrell
At Mass on St Patrick's Day, Archbishop Farrell spoke about how the spirit of Patrick is captured by the sculpture “Let the Oppressed Go Free” by Timothy Schmalz, a model of which was present on the altar.
cAPTives – Episode 1/4 – Understanding Human Trafficking
In Episode 1 of CAPTIVES, our guests are Sr Liz Byrne (APT) and Kevin Hyland OBE an international campaigner against human trafficking
cAPTives – Preventing Human Trafficking and Supporting Victims (Ep 2 /4)
In Episode 2 of CAPTIVES, our guests are Assistant Commissioner Anne Marie Cagney and Detective Superintendent Derek Maguire
cAPTives (Ep 3/4) – Protecting Children from Human Trafficking
In Episode 3 of CAPTIVES, our guest is JP O'Sullivan from MECPATHS which is dedicated to protecting children from trafficking with a focus on the hospitality and services sectors
cAPTives (ep 4/4) – Exposing Human Trafficking
In Episode 4 of CAPTIVES, our guest is Canadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz who discusses his anti-trafficking sculpture called 'Let the Oppressed Go Free'.
The Cry of the Earth, the Cry of the Poor – Archbishop Dermot Farrell
Archbishop Dermot Farrell talks to Wendy about his recent pastoral letter on the climate catastrophe during his visit to St Clare's Primary School on the Feast of St Francis
Trócaire Lenten Appeal 2021 – This Lent is different
The annual Trócaire Lenten appeal has been running for nearly 50 years and while this Lent is different the call to charity remains
Lent 2021 Parish Talk – Caoimhe de Barra, Trócaire CEO
Caoimhe de Barra shares her reflections on the 2021 Trócaire Lenten appeal which highlights the impact of conflict on people's lives in South Sudan
Exploring Christus Vivit – Making room for the Young Church
Editor Gerard Gallagher explains how 'Exploring Christus Vivit' features an international group of writers examining key themes in Pope Francis' 2019 apostolic exhortation
Ashley Bratcher in conversation with Wendy Grace
Wendy Grace interviewed Ashley Bratcher, the star of the UNPLANNED movie on the stage of the Pro Life Campaign 2019 National Conference
Responding to the Removal of the Right to Life in NI
Eilís Mulroy from the Pro Life Campaign on responding to the removal of explicit legal protection for the unborn child up to 28 weeks of pregnancy in Northern Ireland
Preview of Pro Life Campaign National Conference 2019
Hear about the 2019 Conference (2nd Nov) which will feature a screening of the Unplanned movie and a keynote address from the lead actress Ashley Bratcher.
Review of Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE)
Kate Liffey takes the guest chair on REtv to discuss the review of RSE being undertaken by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA)
Season of Creation 2019 – Jane Mellett
"I think we all need to pray that our world leaders are courageous enough to make this happen" Jane Mellett discusses the call for climate action at the UN
Season of Creation 2019
Lorna Gold and Fr Dermot Lane discuss the importance of the Season of Creation for parishes and the spirituality that flows through 'Laudato Si'
Introduction of Abortion in NI ‘reprehensible’ – Baroness O’Loan
Baroness Nuala O'Loan describes the introduction of abortion into Northern Ireland via a Westminster Bill as 'reprehensible' and 'contemptuous' of the people of NI who have the right to make their own law
Archbishop Eamon Martin criticises change to NI Abortion law
Archbishop Eamon expresses his concern at how the Executive Formation Bill was "essentially hijacked" thereby undermining the whole concept of devolution.
Saints Louis and Zélie Martin – Archbishop Eamon Martin
Archbishop Eamon Martin reflects on how the first married couple to be canonised together are a model for parents raising children in the faith.
Affirming the sanctity of all human life – Archbishop Eamon Martin
At the 2019 Rally for Life, Archbishop Eamon stated that it was as important as ever to affirm the sanctity of all human life.
Ceiliúradh Cois Life – Elma Walsh
Watch the full keynote address by Elma Walsh, the mother of the inspirational Donal Walsh, at the 2019 Dinner for Pro Life Education
Mullingar Cathedral Choristers
What is it like to be a chorister... ... we hear about joining up and getting started ... the value of practice ... the satisfaction of making Mass special for others ...
Castlerea Community School – All Ireland Winners 2019
Castlerea Community School were the winners of the 2019 All Ireland Schools Public Speaking Competition organised by the Order of the Knights of St Columbanus.
Killina Presentation School Tullamore – All Ireland Finals 2019
Killina were joint runners up in the 2019 All Ireland Schools Public Speaking Competition organised by the Knights of St Columbanus.
St Joseph’s College Garbally – All Ireland Finals 2019
Garbally were joint runners up in the 2019 All Ireland Schools Public Speaking Competition organised by the Knights of St Columbanus.
NMH advert rules out conscientious objection to abortion
Ronan Mullen and Michael Kelly on the recent recruitment advert for the National Maternity Hospital which left no room for conscientious objection
Staying pro-life after introduction of abortion
Ronan Mullen and Ines Lonergan on promoting a pro-life culture now that the (unamended) abortion legislation is sadly the law in Ireland.
Conscientious objection rights for medics
Dr Jim Carr and Dr Anthony Reilly discuss their concerns about how conscience rights for medics will be upheld in Ireland after abortion is introduced.
Climate Generation – Awakening to our Children’s Future
'Climate Generation' by Lorna Gold recounts her personal journey in coming to understand 'climate change' both as an activist and as a mother of two young boys.
Creating Community – WMOF2018
The village of Prosperous and the Focolare community hosted a group of Greek Catholic pilgrims from Romania for the World Meeting of Families 2018.
The counter-cultural message the Church needs to offer
Archbishop Eamon Martin on offering an often counter-cultural message to the world "in which young people drown and are being suffocated..."
What is your greatest takeaway from Synod 2018?
Archbishop Eamon Martin - "How can I bring more of these talented, articulate, faith-filled young people into the daily life and decision-making roles within the Church at home"
“We need missionaries for life now more than ever…”
At a press briefing during #Synod2018 Archbishop Eamon Martin reflects on the way forward for the Church after the repeal of the 8th Amendment.
Helping young people in their pursuit of holiness …
Deborah Castellano Lubov, Vatican Corr for Zenit gives us an overview of #Synod2018 and how the active involvement of young people made it unique.
“I feel I have to be an ambassador for the Synod…”
Archbishop Eamon Martin says he needs "the help of our young people" to bring the experience of the joy and life at #Synod2018 home to the Irish Church.
Bringing Synod2018 back home
Archbishop Eamon Martin and Bishop Donal McKeown look forward to bringing the message and the method of the Synod back home to young people.
Insights from Synod 2018
Archbishop Eamon Martin shares how the Synod has heard about the challenges facing young people around the world.
Hearing from Youth Auditors at Synod 2018
Jonathan Lewis from USA and Percival Holt from India reflect on their experience of attending Synod 2018
“I will not be silent ….” – Dr Kirsten Fuller
Dr Kirsten Fuller speaking at 'Freedom of Conscience' Rally outside Dáil Éireann (17/10/2018) as abortion legislation being debated.
Learning from David versus Goliath – Kristan Hawkins
Keynote address at the Pro Life Campaign 2018 Conference from Kristan Hawkins (President of Students for Life of America).
Becoming Pope Francis – Trailer
Trailer for our 20 minute documentary in we explore how Pope Francis has stayed faithful to his dream of a church ready to go out onto the streets.
WMOF2018 – Highlights from the RDS
ICYMI we look back over the three days of the Pastoral Congress at the World Meeting of Families 2018 in the RDS, Dublin.
Altar Servers Club – Naas Parish
In this video shown at WMOF2018, we get a glimpse into the social and spiritual sides of the Altar Servers Club in Naas Parish.
Our Common Home garden at WMOF2018
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle blessing the Our Common Home garden at the World Meeting of Families 2018
Everybody’s Icon
This video on the writing of the WMOF Icon of the Holy Family was shown at the RDS and the Phoenix Park during WMOF2018.
Give Them Me
This video which shows the hosts being prepared for the Papal Mass by the Redemptoristine Sisters was screened in the Phoenix Park.
The Penal Cross at the Papal Mass
Fr Damian McNeice shows us the Penal Cross dating from 1763 which was on the altar at the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park.
WMOF2018 – Go Forth in Hope
In this reflection filmed and shown at the WMOF2018 in the RDS, we hear about the outreach ministry of various groups at WMOf2018.
WMOF2018 – Day Two Highlights from the RDS
A range of reflections from speakers and pilgrims attending the World Meeting of Families 2018 on Thursday in the RDS
Love Lights
In this reflection filmed and shown at the WMOF2018 in the RDS, pilgrims share what hinders and helps family life to flourish.
WMOF2018 – Day One Highlights
This report from Day One (Wed) of the World Meeting of Families 2018 was shown in main arena in the RDS on Thursday.
Designing a Vestment for Pope Francis – Jane Boland
Jane Boland (11), the winner of this Society of Missionary Children competition will greet Pope Francis at Dublin airport.
Milltown Memories – Pope Francis in Ireland in 1980
Fr Michael O'Sullivan SJ recalls meeting the future Pope in Dublin in 1980 and reflects on how challenging the preceding years were for the then Fr Bergoglio.
Pope Francis on the ‘throw-away’ culture – Cardinal Tagle
The full talk from Cardinal Tagle at World Meeting of Families 2018 entitled Choose Life: Pope Francis on the 'throw-away' culture
Married 74 years and more
A beautiful video testimony from one of Ireland's longest married couples which was shown at the World Meeting of Families
Hopes and Dreams – WMOF2018 Day One
Hopes and Dreams' video was shown at the start of the testimonies in the main arena of the RDS on Day One of the World Meeting of Families 2018
‘I am excited at the thought of returning to Ireland!’ – Pope Francis
Video Message for Pope Francis for the opening of the ninth World Meeting of Families (21 Aug 2018) shown at the opening ceremony in the RDS
“So what is different about a Papal Mass?”
Fr Damien McNeice reflects on the upcoming Final Mass of the World Meeting of Families 2018 which will take place on 26 Aug in the Phoenix Park.
Love is ….
A taster from Episode 3 of our TV series on Amoris Laetitia from Pope Francis in which couples of various ages share what they think love is ....
Our Eco Story – WMOF2018
World Meeting of Families 2018 Staff and volunteers share their ECO story as part of the 'Our Common Home' project
The Family tree programme – INTRO
The Family Tree Programme – Session 1 – Roots
The Family Tree Programme – Session 2 – Tree Trunk
The Family Tree Programme – Session 3 – Branches
The Family Tree Programme – Session 4 – Leaves & Fruit
Mary Meets Cian
Cian shares what many young pilgrims share with us - a family member is often the reason they find themselves on Lough Derg. For Cian it was his Grandmother ...
‘If we understand the Trinity we understand love…’
In Episode 2 of our TV series 'A Journey through Amoris Laetitia', Kieran O'Brien shares one of his Amoris Animations with his family .
‘We can all do something small …’
Máirín Keegan shares the various ways her family home has become more eco-friendly as part of the 'Our Common Home' project for WMOF2018.
“I got on my bike …”
Jane Mellett shares her ECO story about cycling to work as part of the 'Our Common Home' project for WMOF2018
‘Boots have to be cleaned whether you win or lose …’
Watch the first insert from Ep 1 of the 6 part TV series 'A Journey through Amoris Laetitia' from WMOF2018 which focuses on the theme of 'REALITY'.
Humans of World Meeting of Families 2018
This Facebook page chronicles some of the people who are involved with WMOF2018 linked through the theme of family and faith.
Famiglie che vivono nell’era digitale
Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell’amore, riflette sull'importanza di concedersi del tempo per far fiorire l'amore. (AMORIS Animations 1/6) CC
Les Familles à l’ère du numérique
Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, étudie l’importance d’allouer du temps aux uns et aux autres, et ce afin de permettre à l’amour de s’épanouir. (AMORIS Animations 1/6) CC
Las familias en la era digital
En “Amoris Laetitia”, el Papa reflexiona sobre la importancia de dedicar tiempo al otro para hacer posible que crezca el amor. (AMORIS Animations 1/6) CC
La famiglia: un riflesso vivente della Trinità
Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell’amore, riflette sulla Trinità e sulla famiglia. (AMORIS Animations 2/6) CC
La famille : un reflet vivant de la Trinité
Le pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, aborde la Trinité dans la famille. (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC
La familia, un reflejo de la Trinidad
En “Amoris laetitia”, el Papa reflexiona sobre la familia y la Santísima Trinidad. (AMORIS Animations 2/6) CC
Amore e imperfezione
Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell’amore, ci aiuta a vedere come l'amore supera le debolezze e i difetti altrui (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC
Consumérisme et familles
Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, nous met en garde contre les dangers du consumérisme dans la vie familiale. (AMORIS Animations 4/6) CC
Amour et imperfection
Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, nous aide à concevoir combien l’amour dépasse les faiblesses et les fautes des autres (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC
Amor e imperfección
El Papa Francisco en “Amoris laetitia” nos ayuda a ver cómo el amor supera las debilidades humanas. (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC
Consumismo e famiglie
Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell'amore, ci avverte dei pericoli del consumismo sulla vita familiare, quando dice: (AMORIS Animations 4/6) CC
El consumismo y las familias
En “Amoris Laetitia”, el Papa advierte sobre los peligros del consumismo en la vida de familia. (AMORIS Animations 4/6) CC
Amor y misericordia
El Papa Francisco escribe en Amoris Laetitia que desea animar a todos a que sean “...signos de misericordia y cercanía..." (AMORIS Animations 5/6) CC
Amore e misericordia
Papa Francesco scrive in La gioia dell’amore che vuole incoraggiare tutti ad essere “...segni di misericordia e di vicinanza. (AMORIS Animations 5/6) CC
Amour et miséricorde
Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, souhaite inciter chacun à incarner un "… signe de miséricorde et de proximité" (5/6) CC
Cómo las familias transformar el mundo
En “Amoris Laetitia”, el Papa muestra cómo las familias pueden ayudar a transformar el mundo. (AMORIS Animations 6/6) CC
Come le famiglie trasformano il mondo.
Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell’amore, mostra come le famiglie possono aiutare a trasformare il mondo. (AMORIS Animations 6/6) CC
Comment la famille transforme le monde
Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, indique comment les familles peuvent contribuer à changer le monde (AMORIS Animations 6/6) CC
AMORIS Animations promo
Now available on Amoris.ie - these six animations reflect on the vision of love, marriage and family presented by Pope Francis in The Joy of Love.
‘Record-breaking’ WMOF2018 registrations
Brenda Drumm gives all us the latest news ... incl that 37,000 people (6,000 under 18s) from 114 countries are booked for the 3 Day Congress in the RDS.
Programme for Pastoral Congress at WMOF2018
Hannah Evans talks to WMOF TV about the range of speakers who will feature over the 3 days of the Pastoral Congress along with the programme for children and teens.
The raising of Jairus’ daughter – WMOF2018 Icon
Beautiful description by Iconographer Mihai Cucu of a panel from the Icon of the Holy Family which is the Gospel reading for this Sunday.
Preparing the Teen’s programme for WMOF2018
Dermot Kelly talks to WMOF TV about the activities that are planned for the Teen Global Village in the RDS during WMOF2018.
Preparing the Children’s programme for WMOF2018
Claire Devaney talks to WMOF TV about preparing a programme for the 2,500 children aged 4 - 12 who are coming to the RDS.
Last call for Volunteers for WMOF2018
Last call for volunteers to sign up to help at the World Meeting of Families 2018 in particular for one day at the Final Mass in the Phoenix Park on 26 August
‘Reality’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 1/6)
View Episode 1 of our six part TV series reflecting on 'Amoris Laetitia' from Pope Francis and the theme of 'reality'. CC
‘Vision’- A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 2/6)
In Episode 2 of our six part TV series we reflect on the 'Vision' for faith and family within Amoris Laetitia' from Pope Francis. CC
‘Love is …’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 3/6)
In Episode 3 of our six part TV series reflecting on ‘Amoris Laetitia’ from Pope Francis we explore what 'Love is...' CC
‘Social’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 4/6)
In Episode 4 of our six part TV series we reflect on the social dimension to ‘Amoris Laetitia’ from Pope Francis. CC
‘Mercy’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 5/6)
In Episode 5 of our six part TV series we reflect on the key theme of 'Mercy' within ‘Amoris Laetitia’ from Pope Francis. CC
‘Go Forth’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 6/6)
In the final episode of our six part TV series we reflect on what people can take away from ‘Amoris Laetitia’ from Pope Francis. CC
WMOF2018 – Attending the Final Mass
A quick guide to getting tickets to the Final Mass in the Phoenix Park on 26 August. All 500,000 tickets are free.
Our Common Home – WMOF2018 going green
Jane Mellett talks to WMOF TV about how the World Meeting of Families 2018 is inviting everyone into a conversation about how we can all care for ‘Our Common Home’.
Kandle Family Fun Day for WMOF2018
Special WMOF TV report on the Family Fun Day hosted by the Diocese of Kildare & Leighlin as part of the preparation for WMOF2018.
WMOF 2018 Confirmation Acts of Kindness – Prosperous
We see how Confirmation students in Prosperous Co. Kildare took in the Acts of Kindness project in this WMOF TV report
Schedule for Papal visit 25th & 26th August 2018 announced
A WMOF TV report featuring the Press Conference announcing the schedule for the Papal visit in August which includes Knock Shrine.
4th National Church Collection for WMOF2018
The fourth National Church Collection for the World Meeting of Families 2018 will take place on 16 -17th June. Please support!
Pope Francis views the WMOF2018 Icon of the Holy Family
Brenda Drumm on meeting Pope Francis with her family and telling the Holy Father about the WMOF2018 Icon of the Holy Family.
An inspirational pilgrim family from WMOF2015
As we prepare for World Meeting of Families 2018, we recall a pilgrim family who drove through 13 countries to reach WMOF2015 in Philadelphia.
Say No to Repeal of 8th – Archbishop Eamon Martin
Archbishop Eamon Martin invites voters to think of two lives and to say ‘no’ to the repeal of the Eighth Amendment in the referendum on 25th May
Families living in a digital age
In this AMORIS animation we reflect on the importance of allowing time for each other, to enable love to flourish. (AMORIS Animations 1/6) CC
Family: a living reflection of the Trinity
Pope Francis in Amoris Laetitia reflects on how God is a communion of love, and the family is its living reflection. (AMORIS Animations 2/6) CC
Love and imperfection
In Amoris Laetitia, Pope Francis helps us to see how love overcomes other people’s weaknesses and faults. (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC
Consumerism and families
In Amoris Laetitia, Pope Francis warns us of the dangers of the false promises of consumerism for family life. (AMORIS Animations 4/6) CC
Love and Mercy
In Amoris Laetitia, Pope Francis writes that he wishes to encourage everyone to be a sign of mercy. (AMORIS Animations 5/6) CC
How families transform the world
In Amoris Laetitia, Pope Francis shows how families as the domestic church can help transform the world . (AMORIS Animations 6/6) CC
To be fair – a message for young voters
Bishop Kevin Doran offers young voters some food for thought ahead of the upcoming referendum on the 8th amendment
Love Both – Sinead Slattery
Sinead Slattery from the Love Both campaign on the need to retain the 8th amendment and offering support to mothers in a crisis pregnancy.
Answering the Call – WMOF2018
Philip Green explains how he came to volunteer at the World Meeting of Families 2018 and about helping to run the call centre.
Reaching 10,000 Volunteers – WMOF2018
The World Meeting of Families 2018 has already recruited 2,500 volunteers, it needs to reach total of 10,000 volunteers. Join now!
Medical myths about the 8th amendment
Dr John Monaghan on the medical myths that are circulating about the healthcare that can be provided under the 8th Amendment.
Speaking out to retain the 8th Amendment – Maria Steen
Maria Steen (The Iona Institute) on how people of faith have the right to speak out on the upcoming referendum on the 8th Amendment.
K&L Diocese welcomes Pope Francis coming to WMOF2018
Bishop Denis Nulty, Fr David Vard, Nicola Byrne, Ellen Phiri and Noeleen Lynam welcome the official announcement of the visit of Pope Francis to the World Meeting of Families 2018 to be held in Dublin in August.
Trócaire Lenten Campaign 2018
Colm Hogan, Julie Kavanagh and Siobhan Tighe discuss their recent visit to Matome, Sierra Leone where families are recovering from a devastating mudslide.
WMOF 2018 – Tickets and Registration
Anne Griffin, General Manager for the World Meetings of Families 2018 explains how people can register and get tickets for all the WMOF2018 events.
St Valentine’s Day Gift Tokens – Anna and Seamus
Engaged couple Anna and Seamus select their favourite St Valentine's Gift Token from WMOF2018 ... see Amoris.ie for all 8 tokens.
Life in their Hands – Archbishop Eamon Martin
In his message for the World Day of the Sick 2018, Archbishop Martin highlights the right to freedom of conscience for all health workers.
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 1 Clip 1
To start session 1 we hear from a number of people who have different experiences of family life speak about their experience of the reality of family life today. (12:12)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 1 Clip 2
In this input Julie Kavanagh discusses with Pat Coyle how The Joy of Love by Pope Francis addresses the challenges facing people today. (14:42)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 1 Clip 3
The closing reflection for session 1 of our six-session Parish Conversations which looked at the Reality of family Life Today. (4:57)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 2 Clip 4
To start session 2 of our 'The Joy of Love' six-session Parish Conversations , people talk about their dream for their family. (11:29)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 2 Clip 5
Bishop Denis Nulty discusses with Pat Coyle how 'God makes all the difference' as we consider the Christian vision for the Family. (16:55)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 2 Clip 6
The closing reflection for session 2 of our six-session Parish Conversations which looked at The Christian vision for the Family. (5;30)
AMORIS Parish Conversation – Session 3 Clip 7
To start session 3 of our Parish Conversations on'The Joy of Love', this clip explores the dream of love that is portrayed in modern culture, especially pop culture. (5:06)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 3 Clip 8
Julie Kavanagh discusses with Pat Coyle how Pope Francis's reflects in 'The Joy of Love' on St Paul's vision of Love. (20:00)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 3 Clip 9
The closing reflection for session 3 of our six-session Parish Conversations on 'The Joy of Love' which looked at God's Dream for Love. (4:49)
AMORIS Parish Conversation – Session 4 Clip 10
To start session 4 we look at a selection of children's art work depicting how they have experienced love in family life. (3:50)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 4 Clip 11
Bishop Alan McGuckian (Raphoe) discusses what Pope Francis says in 'The Joy of Love' about love and marriage (14:29)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 4 Clip 12
The closing reflection for session 4 of our six-session Parish Conversations on 'The Joy of Love' which looked at Married Love Growing to Maturity (5:00)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 5 Clip 13
To start session 5 on 'God's Mercy - No One excluded', this video features short interviews with people discussing their different experiences of family life. (13:53)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 5 Clip 14
Bishop Alan McGuckian (Raphoe) discusses the practice of God's Mercy in this interview with Pat Coyle (13:30)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 5 Clip 16
The closing reflection for session 5 of our six-session Parish Conversations on 'The Joy of Love' which looked at 'God's Mercy - No One Excluded' (5:12)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 6 Clip 17
To start session six on 'A Gospel of Hope for our Families', we hear from older people on what helped their love and commitment to endure. (12:21)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 6 Clip 18
As part of session six on 'A Gospel of Hope for our Families', Patricia Carroll discusses a Spirituality of Family Life' (18:07)
AMORIS Parish Conversations – Session 6 Clip 19
The closing reflection for our final session of our Parish Conversations on 'The Joy of Love' which looked at 'A Gospel of Hope for our Families'' (4:45)
Welcoming children with disability – Bishop Doran
Address by Bishop Kevin Doran (Elphin Diocese) at a Conference on 'Abortion, Disability and the Law' that was held in Athlone on 20th October 2017.
St Joseph’s Mens Group – Stories from Siberia (Ep 3)
Fr Michael Shields, who has ministered in Siberia for twenty-six years, on how to heal what Pope Benedict described as the 'father wound' in our society.
Every child is a gift from God – Stories from Siberia (Ep 2)
Fr Michael Shields, who has ministered in Siberia for twenty-six years, on supporting single mothers with compassion and practical charity.
Preparing for WMOF 2018 – Christmas 2017
Fr Tim Bartlett gives an overview of the preparations for the World Meeting of Families 2018 as we approach Christmas 2017.
WMOF Icon of the Holy Family – Christmas 2017
Fr Tim Bartlett explains that at all Christmas Day Masses people will be given a copy of the Holy Family Icon for their home.
WMOF Icon of the Holy Family – Mihai Cucu
Iconographer Mihai Cucu discusses the creation of the Holy Family Icon for WMOF2018 and how icons offer an unique perspective for contemplating the divine.
The AMORIS Cube
Learn about the AMORIS Cube which is being distributed to the families of First Communion children with key messages from The Joy of Love.
Children’s Family Album – WMOF2018
Julieann Moran explains about this art exhibition on family life which will be displayed at the World Meeting of Families in August 2018.
Lessons from across the Irish Sea – Lord David Alton
Wendy Grace interviews Lord David Alton who was a keynote speaker at the 2017 Pro Life Campaign National Conference.
AMORIS – Sacramental Moments
Martin Kennedy discusses the practical initiatives around various sacramental moments ahead of the World Meeting of Families 2018.
Limerick Diocese Family Fun Day for WMOF2018
Over 3,000 people celebrated a free Family Fun Day on 8th Oct 2017 to mark the Limerick launch of preparations for World Meeting of Families 2018.
Read Amoris Laetitia for yourself – Cardinal Kevin Farrell
Speaking at recent 'Faith & Life' convention in Belfast, Cardinal Farrell urges people to read Amoris Laetitia by Pope Francis on Love in the Family for themselves
Trócaire Romero Family Award
Hannah Evans from Trócaire explains how this award helps families learn about the lives of other families around the world ahead of WMOF2018.
Oscar Romero – the making of a saint
Learn about the saintly virtues of Oscar Romero, his enduring homilies and his heroic defence of the poor along with the progress of the cause for his canonisation.
Oscar Romero Animation
A short animation explaining the life, martyrdom and legacy of Blessed Oscar Romero courtesy of the Archbishop Romero Trust.
Oscar Romero Garden – St Patrick’s College Maynooth
Address by Sally O'Neill at the opening of this lasting tribute to Blessed Oscar Romero martyred in El Salvador in 1980
AMORIS : Let’s Talk Family! Let’s Be Family!
Martin Kennedy explains what is available for everyone in the Amoris programme leading up to the World Meeting of Families 2018.
‘The Parish: Family of Families’ – Cardinal Schönborn
Evening address on Amoris Laetitia by Cardinal Schönborn at the ‘Let’s Talk Family: Let’s Be Family’ conference at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick.
Amoris Laetitia – MIC Limerick address by Cardinal Schönborn
Keynote address by Cardinal Christoph Schönborn at the ‘Let’s Talk Family: Let’s Be Family’ conference at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick.
WMOF2018 Icon of the Holy Family – unveiling
Archbishop Diarmuid Martin anointed and unveiled this Icon on 21 August 2017 in Knock. It will travel to every diocese in Ireland ahead of WMOF2018.
Exploring Amoris Laetitia
Breda O'Brien discuses a new book which offers a chapter by chapter reflection by a range of contributors on 'The Joy of Love' by Pope Francis.
K&L Family Picnic Day – report
'You have come in great numbers to enjoy an afternoon of fun, friendship and faith' - Bishop Denis Nulty on the K& Family Picnic Day in Punchestown
WMOF 2018 – looking forward to the year ahead
Gemma Mulligan (Ossory) shares her hopes after the preparation programme for WMOF 2018 was launched on 21 August at Knock Shrine.
1 year to go to WMOF 2018 – Archbishop Diarmuid Martin
Homily by Archbishop Diarmuid Martin (extract) at Knock Shrine on 21 August 2017. See Amoris.ie for details of the preparation programme.
AMORIS programme promo
Learn about the preparation programme for the World Meeting of Families 2018 - AMORIS : Let's Talk Family! Let's Be Family!
Amoris Laetitia – Chapter by Chapter Introduction
Fr Eamonn Conway introduces his chapter by chapter guide to Amoris Laetitia, the document from Pope Francis on family, marriage and faith.
Amoris Laetitia – Guide to Chapter 1
Fr Eamonn Conway introduces chapter 2 from the document by Pope Francis on love in the family entitled 'In the Light of the Word'
Volunteering for World Meeting of Families 2018
Richard Brennan, Volunteers Project Manager for WMOF2018, appeals to people of all ages to get involved as volunteers for this great event.
K&L Family Picnic Day
All roads lead to Punchestown on Sunday, August 27th 2017 for the Family Picnic Day that is being hosted by the Diocese of Kildare & Leighlin.
Ollie on coming to Lough Derg for last 35 years
Ollie from Ennis speaks of his connection with Lough Derg which goes back over 35 years and involves all his family, his parish family and his boxing family.
Amoris Laetitia Chapter 8 – Cardinal Schönborn
Cardinal Christop Schönborn outlines 5 'attentions' for the ministry to divorced Catholics mirrored in paragraph 300 of Amoris Laetitia
Cardinal Christoph Schönborn at Mary Immaculate College Limerick
Cardinal Christoph Schönborn was the keynote speaker at a conference in MIC Limerick on the Papal document on the family - Amoris Laetitia.
Let’s Talk Family Let’s Be Family – Cardinal Schönborn
Cardinal Christoph Schönborn will address ‘Let’s Talk Family: Let’s Be Family’ conference at Mary Immaculate College on July 13th 2017.
Matt Maher at Fortify Youth Ministry Conference
Interview with the inspirational Matt Maher who gave a music workshop along with a concert at the recent Fortify Youth Ministry Conference in Dublin.
Young people are called to be active protagonists
Address by Fr Philip Kemmy (Raphoe Diocese) at the Fortify Youth Ministry Conference which took place in Dublin on 10 June 2017.
Alpha Ireland at Fortify Youth Ministry Conference
Peter Rigney gives a 3 minute pitch about Alpha Ireland at the Fortify conference which took place in Dublin on 10th June 2017.
Fortify Youth Conference – Fr Brendan Kilcoyne
Fr Brendan Kilcoyne gives a warm, witty and powerful address about youth ministry at the Fortify Conference on 10th June 2017.
“… the ideal family does not exist but great families do exist.”
Archbishop Diarmuid Martin at Dublin Conference (1 June 2017) for national delegates preparing for World Meeting of Families 2018.
“… we are here to light a candle once more”
Cardinal Kevin Farrell speaking at Dublin conference (1 June 2017 ) for national delegates preparing for the World Meeting of Families 2018.
A Joy for all the Earth – Official WMOF2018 Hymn
The official hymn for the World Meeting of Families 2018 was composed by Ephrem Feeley. Recorded live at Blackrock College Dublin. 
A Joy for all the Earth – Ephrem Feeley
Ephrem Feeley discuss his composition - A Joy for all the Earth - which is the official hymn for the World Meeting of Families 2018.
World Meeting of Families 2018 – Official Promo
Every three years the Church brings together the largest international gathering of families in the world. In 2018 this gathering will take place in Dublin, Ireland.
The Lent story 2017 – Trócaire
The family pictured on this year’s Trócaire box are from a village in Honduras that faces regular flooding from storms and rising sea levels.
We will all join in the conversation… ‘ (Pope Francis)
Bishop Kevin Doran (Elphin Diocese) reflects on the recent Ad Limina visit of the Irish Bishops and their meeting with Pope Francis.
Pope Francis always comes across to me as a man who knows family
Bishop Brendan Kelly (Diocese of Achonry) discusses the recent Ad Limina visit of the Irish Bishops and their meeting with Pope Francis.
The apostolate of the ear
Bishop Denis Nulty shares how Pope Francis was a model of a listening leader at his 2 hour meeting with all the Irish Bishops during their recent Ad Limina visit.
This Pope teaches you the essence of the Church…
Bishop Brendan Leahy reflects on how Pope Francis created a 'family atmosphere' at his meeting with the Irish Bishops during their Ad Limina visit.
A lesson in communication
Bishop Liam MacDaid and Mgr Joseph McGuinness sum up their experience of the Irish Bishops' Ad Limina visit and meeting with Pope Francis.
Preparing for the World Meeting of Families 2018
Archbishop Diarmuid Martin discusses the preparations for the World of Meeting of Families 2018 ahead of the Ad Limina visit to Rome by the Irish Bishops.
WMOF 2018 – From Philadelphia to Dublin
A look back at the World Meeting of Families 2015 in Philadelphia and the announcement that Dublin would host WMOF 2018.
Nothing is Impossible – Advent Reflection for Youth
A short reflection for young people inspired by the readings for the third week of Advent (Year A). Further resources are now available on www.liturgyritualprayer.com
Trócaire – Bishops visit to Zimbabwe Nov 2016
Bishop Denis Nulty (Kildare & Leighlin Diocese) gives us a first-hand account of his recent visit to various Trocaire projects in Zimbabwe.
Final Mass at World Youth Day 2016
Wendy Grace reports for Aid to the Church in Need on the final Mass at World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow celebrated by Pope Francis.