by BDrumm | May 9, 2018 | Pastoral Messages
In a few weeks’ time, the people of Ireland must make a decision that will have a profound impact on the kind of society we will be in the future. We will be asked to decide on whether to retain the Eighth Amendment in our Constitution by voting ‘No’ or to remove it...
by BDrumm | May 9, 2018 | Pastoral Messages
“Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you”. Jer.1:5 Debate, Discernment and Decision The national debate on the life question is in full flow. Our decision is required on the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution of Ireland which guarantees the protection...
by BDrumm | May 9, 2018 | Pastoral Messages
My dear people, In these days, every person in Ireland, is being asked to consider a fundamental question, a question that lies at the heart of allowing a child the possibility of reaching their potential. All of us, especially people of faith must engage in this...
by BDrumm | May 9, 2018 | Pastoral Messages
It is not easy to speak about the up-coming referendum. But it is absolutely necessary. We will not get this chance again. It is about life and death. Every one listening to or reading this letter started life in the womb of his or her mother. We are reminded of...
by BDrumm | May 9, 2018 | Pastoral Messages
The decision of the Government to hold a referendum on repealing article 40.3.3 – the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution of Ireland – is a major challenge to the respect for life that has been so much part of our culture for generations. Article 40.3.3 –...
