Place: Knock Shrine

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Mayo village knockin’ on history’s door for second papal visit

It’s all systems go at the Number One Marian Shrine in Ireland.

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Singing priest Father Kelly takes issue with Nathan Carter performing for the Pope in Croke Park

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Entertainment line-up unveiled for Pope Francis’ Croke Park appearance

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Anthony Foley Masses a campaign of ‘solidarity’

Sisters who were put off bus lose case

Two sisters who sued Bus Éireann over being asked to get off a bus which they intended to travel on for a trip to Knock shrine in Co Mayo have lost their High Court action for damages for defamation and loss of reputation.

Wed, 09 Nov, 2016

Pope may visit Ireland in 2018, report claims

It has emerged that the Pope may visit Ireland in 2018 to attend the Catholic Church’s World Meeting of Families which is due to be held in Dublin.

Fri, 20 May, 2016

First transatlantic pilgrimage group bound for Knock

The first transatlantic pilgrimage flight to Knock Shrine will touch down in Co Mayo tomorrow.

Sat, 08 Aug, 2015

These images prove you need context to appreciate photography

Mon, 13 Jul, 2015

Archbishop Eamon Martin: Church is ‘bereaved’ by yes vote

The leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland has said the Church felt a sense of “bereavement” at the result of last month’s marriage equality referendum.

Wed, 03 Jun, 2015

Firm’s unsecured creditors ‘unlikely’ to be paid

The liquidator to building firm Tom Hayes Ltd said yesterday that it is “a little bit unlikely” that unsecured creditors owed over €2.7m will see any of their monies.

Fri, 25 Apr, 2014

Kenny sends strong message to Church to butt out

By standing up to the Catholic bishops following their latest intervention in the abortion debate, the Taoiseach has accurately read the public mood.

Thu, 13 Jun, 2013

Ireland’s newest bishop intervenes in abortion row

Ireland’s newest and youngest Catholic bishop has used his appointment to weigh into the abortion controversy.

Tue, 07 May, 2013

Kenny hits back at Church threat on abortion

The Taoiseach has decisively rejected an intervention by the Catholic Church on planned abortion laws, saying this is a republic and he has a duty to uphold its laws.

Mon, 06 May, 2013

Bishops seeking legal advise on abortion legislation

The Irish Catholic Bishops Conference is seeking legal advice on the proposed abortion legislation.

Sat, 04 May, 2013

Bishop-elect of Kerry ‘totally surprised’ by appointment

The bishop-elect of Kerry yesterday said he was “totally surprised” when Papal Nuncio Archbishop Charles Brown advised him of the appointment ten days ago.

Fri, 03 May, 2013

Knock accused of turning its back on airport founder

A MAYO town has been accused of turning its back on Monsignor James Horan by refusing to name, in his honour, the airport he founded.

Mon, 01 Aug, 2011

‘Visionary’ refused entry to church at Knock shrine

SELF-PROCLAIMED visionary Joe Coleman was prevented from entering the Apparition Church in Knock for his predicted visitation by Our Lady at 2pm.

Thu, 15 Jul, 2010

Elderly residents left restrained and unsupervised in chairs

NURSING home staff restrained elderly residents in their chairs because they considered them vulnerable to falls – yet staff still left them unsupervised.

Mon, 19 Apr, 2010

Thousands expected for Knock 'apparition'

Thousands of people are expected at Knock shrine in Co Mayo this afternoon to witness a hoped-for apparition of Our Lady.

Sat, 05 Dec, 2009

Irish pilgrims warned against staring at sun

Pilgrims at a renowned religious site in the west of Ireland were warned today that staring at the sun in the hope of seeing apparitions could seriously damage their eyesight.

Wed, 02 Dec, 2009

Services held for road traffic victims

THE number of lives lost on Irish roads over the past 50 years is equivalent to the entire population of Tralee in Co Kerry.

Mon, 16 Nov, 2009

Knock apparition claims a threat to faith: Archbishop

THE Church has said the faithful are in danger of being misled by recent claims of apparitions at the Knock Shrine.

Tue, 27 Oct, 2009

Archbishop criticises Knock apparition predictions

The Archbishop of Tuam has criticised those who have been predicting that Our Lady will appear at Knock Shrine in Co. Mayo.

Mon, 26 Oct, 2009

New association launched for Catholic grandparents

A new national association for Catholic grandparents has been launched.

Sun, 13 Sep, 2009

Centenary celebrates work of missionaries

SCORES of people gathered last night to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Ireland.

Wed, 07 Jan, 2009

Remembrance day for road traffic victims

THE World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims takes place on Sunday next.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2008

Cardinal points to spiritual crisis in violent society

Cardinal Sean Brady has said there is an increasingly aggressive attitude in society leading to a more frequent resort to violence.

Sun, 30 Mar, 2008

Mother Teresa relics coming to Knock shrine

The relics of Mother Teresa of Calcutta are being brought to Knock shrine in Co Mayo.

Thu, 28 Aug, 2003