Bishops of Elphin, Clogher, Meath, Raphoe, and Waterford and Lismore have all stated that scheduled ceremonies would proceed in line with public health regulations

The communions are to go-ahead despite public health advice against them

According to the Bishop of Elphin, 1st Holy Communion should be a meaningful experience for children and not just a one-day occasion.

The new law could see people faced with fines or possible jail time if they attend events, including mass, as part of further measures in the fight against coronavirus.

The Bishop of Elphin is welcoming the publication of the report into Mother and Baby homes in Ireland and says it's a public recognition

The Bishop of Elphin admits there has been some criticism of strict rules on who can attend sacraments for children like communions and confirmations. Concern

The Bishop of Elphin says he's encouraging everyone who attends mass to wear face coverings if at all possible. Bishop Kevin Doran says the

People will be asked to wear face coverings in all churches from August 30th. The leaders of the Catholic, Church of Ireland, Presbyterian and Methodist