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Good Friday Ecumenical Way of the Cross

The Church of Ireland and Catholic Archbishops of Dublin led a large crowd through the streets of Dublin city centre on 3rd April for...

Archbishop of Canterbury Enthroned

Tradition met progress when the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury was enthroned on 25th March. The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Dame Sarah Mullally...

Pope and President Clash as War of Words Erupts Over Middle East Conflict

Two of the greatest seats of authority in the world — one secular, one sacred — have been at the centre of a dispute...

Church in Wales Makes Same-Sex Blessings Permanent after Decisive Vote

A bill has been passed by the Church in Wales which will have a permanent effect on the blessing of same-sex marriages. Since 2021, a temporary...

GAFCON and the Church of Ireland

The place of the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON) within the life of the Church of Ireland has, until recently, been a background issue...

A Year in Review: Diocese of Derry and Raphoe

Five centuries before Jesus Christ was born, the Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, ‘The only constant in life is change,’ and how those words have...

The Reverend Dr RSJ Houston McKelvey OBE (1942–2026)

Houston McKelvey was born in Muckamore, County Antrim, in September 1942. His parents were Robert and Annie McKelvey.  Although his father was originally a...

First Woman Bishop Announces Retirement

The woman who made history as the first female bishop in Ireland and the United Kingdom has announced her retirement. The Most Reverend Patricia Storey,...

General Synod 2026: A Preview

For the first time since 2019, General Synod will return to meeting in person for three days when it convenes in Newcastle, County Down,...

President Opens National Cathedral’s New Education and Community Space

President Catherine Connolly paid her first official visit to Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin, on Thursday 26th February for the official opening of the Deanery...

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