Organisation: Columban Fathers

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Columban Fathers closes grounds to protect elderly priest community

The home of the Missionary Columban Fathers in Ireland has closed its scenic grounds to the public in order to protect its vulnerable and elderly Priest population during the Covid-19 outbreak.

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Under the hammer: Your guide to auctions and art events

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Judges order almost €1.3m to be paid into poor box

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Mayo's mighty Fr Peter Quinn helped carry spirit of ‘51

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Bishop of Raphoe would welcome child abuse investigation

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Sinnott vows to remain in Philippines

Released Irish priest reveals kidnap ordeal

An elderly Irish priest released after 32 days in captivity in the Philippines today told how he hiked through jungles, survived raging seas and slept in a swamp under a tarpaulin before his release.

Thu, 12 Nov, 2009

Reports of kidnapped priest’s death discounted

THE Department of Foreign Affairs has discounted speculation that kidnapped Irish priest Fr Michael Sinnott has died in captivity.

Sat, 24 Oct, 2009

Massive rally planned to demand Fr Sinnott's release

A massive public rally will be held tomorrow in the Philippines demanding a kidnap gang release an ailing Wexford-born priest snatched almost a fortnight ago.

Fri, 23 Oct, 2009

Plea to ill priest's kidnappers

Missionaries tonight pleaded with a kidnap gang who took an ailing Irish priest hostage to allow him access to vital heart medication.

Mon, 12 Oct, 2009

Tara motorway protesters to take legal action

OBJECTORS opposing the building of a motorway close to the Hill of Tara have pledged to take a series of legal challenges to ensure the route is changed.

Mon, 08 Sep, 2003

Irish priest gunned down in the Philippines

A Co Waterford priest has been shot dead in the Philippines.

Tue, 28 Aug, 2001