Martin Long

Celebrating the Blessed John Sullivan S.J. Mass of Thanksgiving in @clongowes this afternoon at 3pm, when it comes to mercy “God always leaves the door unlatched” (Blessed John), the miracle of mercy may not help his cause but it certainly will help us @KANDLEi @theway_ie

This evening, May 11, at 8pm, in preparation for the Novena to the Holy Spirit, you are invited to gather in the Monastery of St Alphonsus, Drumcondra, for prayer drawn from the Novena Prayer Booklet with music led by the Dublin Diocesan Music Group. rednuns.com/webcam

Bishop Nulty: The life of Blessed John Sullivan is an example to all who seek God @KANDLEi To read @BishopDNulty's homily delivered at @clongowes Wood College SJ, click⬇️ catholicbishops.ie/2026/05/11/bis…

Thanks be to God for our new priests! irishnews.com/news/northern-…

What a “Spirit-filled” day! Three new priests for our diocese. Here they are, - before, during and after!

Peace begins in the human heart, passes through relationships, takes root in neighborhoods and peripheries, and expands until it embraces the entire city and the world. Peace is built by promoting a culture that rejects violence, through daily gestures, education, and practical acts of justice. #PastoralVisit #Naples

Today the Church celebrates Blessed John Sullivan S.J., look forward to celebrating Mass honouring his birth this Sunday at 3pm in @clongowes @KANDLEi @theway_ie @IrishCathNews

Today we celebrate the first anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate. Holy Father, we thank God for your pastoral leadership and tireless work for peace & on behalf of those who suffer in the world. We remember your intentions in prayer. @cjpireland @trocaire #AdMultosAnnos @Pontifex

Please keep in your prayers our 3 Deacons - Paul, Gabriel & Jacek who will be Ordained as Priests tomorrow in St Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh. May God who has begun the good work in you, bring it to completion. @ArchbishopEamon

Thinking about Priesthood - armaghpriest.com @ArmaghParish @ArchbishopEamon @MichaelRouter @ArmaghYouth @CatholicBishops

A poll found two-thirds of Americans have a positive view of Pope Leo XIV’s calls for peace amid the Iran war and a majority of people hold a negative view of President Donald Trump’s criticisms of the Holy Father and threats to destroy Iranian civilization. ewtnnews.com/world/us/poll-…

Pope Leo XIV tonight in Castel Gandolfo: “I have been speaking out ever since I was elected. The anniversary is almost here. I said, ‘Peace be with you,' and the Church’s mission is to preach the Gospel, to preach peace. If anyone wishes to criticize me for proclaiming the Gospel, let them do so with the truth. The Church has spoken out for years against all nuclear weapons, so there is no doubt about this, and I simply hope to be heard for the sake of the Word of God. Thank you."

In every community in Ireland, heroic priests are serving the people...often in unseen and unheralded ways.

Gospel of the Day (John 15,9-11) "If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete." vaticannews.va/en/word-of-the…

St. Dominic Savio (1842–1857) was a young Italian saint and student of St. John Bosco. Known for his purity, joy, and deep love for Jesus and Mary, he resolved to avoid sin and live a holy life from an early age. At the Oratory in Turin, he grew in virtue and founded a group promoting devotion to Our Lady. Despite his short life, he showed that holiness is possible in everyday duties. He died at 14 and was canonized in 1954. Prayer: St. Dominic Savio, pray for us to live with purity, joy, and love for God in all we do.

Congratulations to Fr Shay Casey who has served as chaplain to @TUS_Athlone_ students and staff for 47 years. “You have to walk with people … I am one of the happiest priests in Ireland.” Thank you Fr Shay for your ministry, wisdom and kindness! #AdMultosAnnos @NVocations rte.ie/radio/radio1/c…

Archbishop Martin condemns femicide and epidemic of violence against women and girls trib.al/vcjszFr

Three wonderful celebrations of faith to conclude this year’s schools singing programme in Newry, Armagh, Portadown and Craigavon. Thanks to everyone involved! Sing a new song to the Lord!

Today we celebrate World Press Freedom Day, sponsored by UNESCO. Unfortunately, this right is often violated, sometimes flagrantly, sometimes in hidden ways. Let us remember the many journalists and reporters who are victims of war and violence.

In a homily before Ireland’s 2026 March for Life in Dublin, Bishop Kevin Doran demonstrated from both science and philosophy the humanity of the unborn child and expressed opposition to a new bill in Parliament that would expand the availability of abortion. ewtnnews.com/world/europe/i…