The Irish are famous for their wit and way with words — just look at the plethora of St. Patrick's Day q uotes, puns, and songs associated with March 17. Some of the most famous Irish sayings are ...

The Irish Blessing is everywhere. “May the road rise to meet you; may the wind be always at your back.” I thought about that recently when I noticed it on the back of the Mass card for the funeral of ...

Irish wedding blessings are full of sentiment. Explore 28 Irish wedding blessings that add meaningful sentiment and cultural depth to your ceremony or reception. Consider incorporating classic Irish ...

Dublin Airport’s tradition of blessing aircraft entered a new chapter in 2024 with the appointment of a Nigerian-born priest as chaplain, ensuring the continuation of a custom that dates back 77 years ...

Irish Catholic Bishops are calling on the faithful to dedicate tomorrow, Friday, June 6, as a day of prayer and fasting as part of their urgent appeal for peace and solidarity. The Irish Catholic ...

Dear Readers: Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Here are some famous and uplifting Irish blessings to add a little sunshine to your day. “May your days be many and your troubles be few. / May all God’s ...

Blessing gay people is nothing new to the Rev. Paul Rospond, though the Catholic Church only formally declared priests could bless same-sex couples earlier this week. Rospond, who is chaplain of Out ...

Irish Catholic Bishops said today, Monday, February 24 that they are praying in a "special way" for Pope Francis, who continues to receive treatment for a double pneumonia at Rome's Gemelli Hospital.

It's normal to hear various "season's greetings" around the holidays, and different types of "best wishes" and congratulatory statements when someone goes through big, positive life changes. But for ...

Dear Readers: Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Here are some famous and uplifting Irish blessings to add a little sunshine to your day. An Old Irish Blessing for St. Patrick’s Day “May your days be many and ...