Diocese of Derry
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Bloody Sunday anniversary a time to remember, and forgive, Derry bishop says
Fifty years ago, the Bloody Sunday massacre resulted in many reactions: lies, anger, and a misplaced desire to forget the... Read more
Irish diocese delays First Communions until autumn over Covid concerns
The Diocese of Derry has announced that First Communions, customarily held in spring, will be postponed so as to discourage... Read more
Priest in Northern Ireland prays for church arsonists
The pastor of Holy Family parish in Derry had led prayers for the young people who committed an arson attack... Read more
Small Irish community seeks help to save a saint's iconic cross
A unique Irish cross marking the 1,400-year-old grave of a Catholic saint is in danger of destruction due to erosion,... Read more
Catholic church in Northern Ireland hit with sectarian graffiti
A Catholic church in Northern Ireland was vandalized Tuesday morning with sectarian graffiti, upsetting parishioners and local leaders. Read more
Irish bishop of Bloody Sunday fame remembered for his peaceful witness
After his death in hospital Monday morning, Bishop Emeritus Edward Daly of Derry's ministry advocating for peace during the Troubles... Read more
Falsely accused Irish priest returns to ministry with joy
A priest exonerated of sexual assault charges against a teen girl will return to his parish with “great joy,” almost... Read more
