People of all ages and faiths are being asked to choose their favourite traditional prayer and to compose a prayer of their own for the protection of the environment.

The Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin has spoken of a “new reality” of fewer priests, the questionable viability of some churches, and the need for a “radical reappraisal” of parish communities.

One in five couples say technology is interfering with their relationship.

Texting and internet use are causing problems in marriages, according to research from Accord, the Catholic Marriage Care Service.