WMOF2018 Archive

Mullingar Cathedral Choristers

What is it like to be a chorister... ... we hear about joining up and getting started ... the value of practice ... the satisfaction of making Mass special for others ... 

Creating Community – WMOF2018

The village of Prosperous and the Focolare community hosted a group of Greek Catholic pilgrims from Romania for the World Meeting of Families 2018.

Becoming Pope Francis – Trailer

Trailer for our 20 minute documentary in we explore how Pope Francis has stayed faithful to his dream of a church ready to go out onto the streets.

WMOF2018 – Highlights from the RDS

ICYMI we look back over the three days of the Pastoral Congress at the World Meeting of Families 2018 in the RDS, Dublin.

Everybody’s Icon

This video on the writing of the WMOF Icon of the Holy Family was shown at the RDS and the Phoenix Park during WMOF2018.

Give Them Me

This video which shows the hosts being prepared for the Papal Mass by the Redemptoristine Sisters was screened in the Phoenix Park. 

The Penal Cross at the Papal Mass

Fr Damian McNeice shows us the Penal Cross dating from 1763 which was on the altar at the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park.

WMOF2018 – Go Forth in Hope

In this reflection filmed and shown at the WMOF2018 in the RDS, we hear about the outreach ministry of various groups at WMOf2018.

WMOF2018 – Day Two Highlights from the RDS

A range of reflections from speakers and pilgrims attending the World Meeting of Families 2018 on Thursday in the RDS

Love Lights

In this reflection filmed and shown at the WMOF2018 in the RDS, pilgrims share what hinders and helps family life to flourish.

WMOF2018 – Day One Highlights

This report from Day One (Wed) of the World Meeting of Families 2018  was shown in main arena in the RDS on Thursday.

Milltown Memories – Pope Francis in Ireland in 1980

Fr Michael O'Sullivan SJ recalls meeting the future Pope in Dublin in 1980 and reflects on how challenging the preceding years were for the then Fr Bergoglio.

Pope Francis on the ‘throw-away’ culture – Cardinal Tagle

The full talk from Cardinal Tagle at World Meeting of Families 2018 entitled Choose Life: Pope Francis on the 'throw-away' culture 

Married 74 years and more

A beautiful video testimony from one of Ireland's longest married couples which was shown at the World Meeting of  Families

Hopes and Dreams – WMOF2018 Day One

Hopes and Dreams' video was shown at the start of the testimonies in the main arena of the RDS on Day One of the World Meeting of Families 2018

‘I am excited at the thought of returning to Ireland!’ – Pope Francis 

Video Message for Pope Francis for the opening of the ninth World Meeting of Families (21 Aug 2018) shown at the opening ceremony in the RDS

WMOF2018 Programme – Wed 22 Aug Session 1

See the title of all of the panels and presentations and meet some of the speakers.  Download WMOF2018 App for all info on all speakers.

WMOF2018 – Programme Wed 22 Aug Session 2

See the title of all of the panels and presentations and meet some of the speakers. Download WMOF2018 App for all info on all speakers.

WMOF2018 Programme – Wed 22 Aug Evening Session

See the title of all of the panels and presentations and meet some of the speakers.  Download WMOF2018 App for all info on all speakers.

WMOF2018 Programme – Thurs 23 Aug Session 1

See the title of all of the panels and presentations and meet some of the speakers.  Download WMOF2018 App for all info on all speakers.

WMOF2018 Programme – Thurs 23 Aug Session 2

See the title of all of the panels and presentations and meet some of the speakers.  Download WMOF2018 App for all info on all speakers.

WMOF2018 Programme – Thurs 23 Aug Evening Session

See the title of all of the panels and presentations and meet some of the speakers.  Download WMOF2018 App for all info on all speakers.

WMOF2018 Programme – Fri 24 Aug Session 1

See the title of all of the panels and presentations and meet some of the speakers.  Download WMOF2018 App for all info on all speakers.

WMOF2018 Programme – Fri 24 Aug Session 1

See the title of all of the panels and presentations and meet some of the speakers.  Download WMOF2018 App for all info on all speakers.

“So what is different about a Papal Mass?”

Fr Damien McNeice reflects on the upcoming Final Mass of the World Meeting of Families 2018 which will take place on 26 Aug in the Phoenix Park.

Love is ….

A taster from Episode 3 of our TV series on Amoris Laetitia from Pope Francis in which couples of various ages share what they think love is ....

‘If we understand the Trinity we understand love…’

In Episode 2 of our TV series 'A Journey through Amoris Laetitia', Kieran O'Brien shares one of his Amoris Animations with his family .

‘We can all do something small …’

Máirín Keegan shares the various ways her family home has become more eco-friendly as part of the 'Our Common Home' project for WMOF2018.

“I got on my bike …”

Jane Mellett shares her ECO story about cycling to work as part of the 'Our Common Home' project for WMOF2018

‘Boots have to be cleaned whether you win or lose …’

Watch the first insert from Ep 1 of the 6 part TV series 'A Journey through Amoris Laetitia' from WMOF2018 which focuses on the theme of 'REALITY'.

Humans of World Meeting of Families 2018

This Facebook page chronicles some of the people who are involved with WMOF2018 linked through the theme of family and faith.

Famiglie che vivono nell’era digitale

Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell’amore, riflette sull'importanza di concedersi del tempo per far fiorire l'amore. (AMORIS Animations 1/6) CC

Les Familles à l’ère du numérique

Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, étudie l’importance d’allouer du temps aux uns et aux autres, et ce afin de permettre à l’amour de s’épanouir. (AMORIS Animations 1/6) CC

Las familias en la era digital

En “Amoris Laetitia”, el Papa reflexiona sobre la importancia de dedicar tiempo al otro para hacer posible que crezca el amor. (AMORIS Animations 1/6) CC

La famiglia: un riflesso vivente della Trinità

Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell’amore, riflette sulla Trinità e sulla famiglia. (AMORIS Animations 2/6) CC

La famille : un reflet vivant de la Trinité

Le pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, aborde la Trinité dans la famille. (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC

La familia, un reflejo de la Trinidad

En “Amoris laetitia”, el Papa reflexiona sobre la familia y la Santísima Trinidad. (AMORIS Animations 2/6) CC

Amore e imperfezione

Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell’amore, ci aiuta a vedere come l'amore supera le debolezze e i difetti altrui (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC

Amour et imperfection

Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, nous aide à concevoir combien l’amour dépasse les faiblesses et les fautes des autres (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC

Consumérisme et familles

Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, nous met en garde contre les dangers du consumérisme dans la vie familiale. (AMORIS Animations 4/6) CC

Amor e imperfección

El Papa Francisco en “Amoris laetitia” nos ayuda a ver cómo el amor supera las debilidades humanas. (AMORIS Animations 3/6) CC

Consumismo e famiglie

Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell'amore, ci avverte dei pericoli del consumismo sulla vita familiare, quando dice: (AMORIS Animations 4/6) CC

El consumismo y las familias

En “Amoris Laetitia”, el Papa advierte sobre los peligros del consumismo en la vida de familia. (AMORIS Animations 4/6) CC

Amor y misericordia

El Papa Francisco escribe en Amoris Laetitia que desea animar a todos a que sean “...signos de misericordia y cercanía..." (AMORIS Animations 5/6) CC

Amore e misericordia

Papa Francesco scrive in La gioia dell’amore che vuole incoraggiare tutti ad essere “...segni di misericordia e di vicinanza. (AMORIS Animations 5/6) CC

Amour et miséricorde

Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, souhaite inciter chacun à incarner un "… signe de miséricorde et de proximité" (5/6) CC

Cómo las familias transformar el mundo

En “Amoris Laetitia”, el Papa muestra cómo las familias pueden ayudar a transformar el mundo. (AMORIS Animations 6/6) CC

Come le famiglie trasformano il mondo.

Papa Francesco, in La gioia dell’amore, mostra come le famiglie possono aiutare a trasformare il mondo. (AMORIS Animations 6/6) CC

Comment la famille transforme le monde

Le Pape François, dans Amoris Lætitia, indique comment les familles peuvent contribuer à changer le monde (AMORIS Animations 6/6) CC

‘Record-breaking’ WMOF2018 registrations

Brenda Drumm gives all us the latest news ... incl that 37,000 people (6,000 under 18s) from 114 countries are booked for the 3 Day Congress in the RDS.

Programme for Pastoral Congress at WMOF2018

Hannah Evans talks to WMOF TV about the range of speakers who will feature over the 3 days of the Pastoral Congress along with the programme for children and teens.

The raising of Jairus’ daughter – WMOF2018 Icon

Beautiful description by Iconographer Mihai Cucu of a panel from the Icon of the Holy Family which is the Gospel reading for this Sunday. 

Preparing the Teen’s programme for WMOF2018

Dermot Kelly talks to WMOF TV about the activities that are planned for the Teen Global Village in the RDS during WMOF2018.

Thanks for WMOF2018 Call Centre volunteers

Richard Brennan, Volunteers Manager for WMOF2018, thanks the call centre volunteers for all their work as tickets for Phoenix Park and Knock were made available online.

Last call for Volunteers for WMOF2018

Last call for volunteers to sign up to help at the World Meeting of Families 2018 in particular for one day at the Final Mass in the Phoenix Park on 26 August

‘Love is …’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 3/6)

In Episode 3 of our six part TV series reflecting on ‘Amoris Laetitia’ from Pope Francis we explore what 'Love is...' CC

‘Social’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 4/6)

In Episode 4 of our six part TV series we reflect on the social dimension to ‘Amoris Laetitia’ from Pope Francis. CC

‘Mercy’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 5/6)

In Episode 5 of our six part TV series we reflect on the key theme of 'Mercy' within ‘Amoris Laetitia’ from Pope Francis. CC

‘Go Forth’ – A Journey through Amoris Laetitia (Ep 6/6)

In the final episode of our six part TV series we reflect on what people can take away from ‘Amoris Laetitia’ from Pope Francis. CC

WMOF2018 – Attending the Final Mass

A quick guide to getting tickets to the Final Mass in the Phoenix Park on 26 August.  All 500,000 tickets are free.

Our Common Home – WMOF2018 going green

Jane Mellett talks to WMOF TV about how the World Meeting of Families 2018 is inviting everyone into a conversation about how we can all care for ‘Our Common Home’.

WMOF2018 – Volunteer now

Do you want to join the thousands already signed as a volunteer for the World Meeting of Families 2018?  Brenda Drumm explains how you can 'come join us'.

WMOF 2018 – Tickets and Registration

Anne Griffin, General Manager for the World Meetings of Families 2018 explains how people can register and get tickets for all the WMOF2018 events.

Preparing for WMOF 2018 – Christmas 2017

Fr Tim Bartlett gives an overview of the preparations for the World Meeting of Families 2018 as we approach Christmas 2017.

WMOF Icon of the Holy Family – Christmas 2017

Fr Tim Bartlett explains that at all Christmas Day Masses people will be given a copy of the Holy Family Icon for their home.

WMOF Icon of the Holy Family – Mihai Cucu

Iconographer Mihai Cucu discusses the creation of the Holy Family Icon for WMOF2018 and how icons offer an unique perspective for contemplating the divine.

Catholic Schools Week – WMOF 2018

David Kennedy outlines the resources that the Catholic Schools Week committee have prepared for the year leading up to WMOF 2018.

The AMORIS Cube

Learn about the AMORIS Cube which is being distributed to the families of First Communion children with key messages from The Joy of  Love.

Children’s Family Album – WMOF2018

Julieann Moran explains about this art exhibition on family life which will be displayed at the World Meeting of Families in August 2018.

Limerick Diocese Family Fun Day for WMOF2018

Over 3,000 people celebrated a free Family Fun Day on 8th Oct 2017 to mark the Limerick launch of preparations for World Meeting of Families 2018. 

Read Amoris Laetitia for yourself – Cardinal Kevin Farrell

Speaking at recent 'Faith & Life' convention in Belfast, Cardinal Farrell urges people to read Amoris Laetitia by Pope Francis on Love in the Family for themselves 

Trócaire Romero Family Award

Hannah Evans from Trócaire explains how this award helps families learn about the lives of other families around the world ahead of WMOF2018.

Oscar Romero – the making of a saint

Learn about the saintly virtues of Oscar Romero, his enduring homilies and his heroic defence of the poor along with the progress of the cause for his canonisation. 

Oscar Romero Animation

A short animation explaining the life, martyrdom and legacy of Blessed Oscar Romero courtesy of the Archbishop Romero Trust.

AMORIS – Overview of task of local facilitators

Martin Kennedy introduces the main resources that will be covered in these training videos for the AMORIS programme  (Clip 1 of 15)

AMORIS – 5 points from Pope Francis and reflection

Fr Eamonn Conway and Jessie Rogers help us think about five key elements in Pope Francis' vision of faith and the world today (clip 2 & 3 of 15)

AMORIS – 5 more points on Pope Francis’ vision

Fr Eamonn Conway and Jessie Rogers introduce five more key elements in Pope Francis’ vision of faith and the world today (Clips 4 & 5 of 15)

AMORIS – Overview of Let’s Talk Family! Let’s Be Family! Resources

Martin Kennedy looks in detail at the resources for the parish programme followed by a guided reflection by Jessie Rogers (Clip 6 & 7 of 15)

AMORIS – Pope Francis on how we ought to engage with people

Martin Kennedy reflects on the Pope Francis' advice for sharing the Good News followed by guided reflection by Jessie Rogers (Clips 8 & 9 of 15)

AMORIS – Introduction to method of group planning

Martin Kennedy introduces a method for engaging with Popular Moments followed by a guided reflection by Jessie Rogers (Clips 10 of 15)

AMORIS – Closing Reflection for Facilitators

A guided reflection from Jessie Rogers which can be used as a final reflection for both the Autumn and Spring training (Clip 11 of 15)

AMORIS – Overview of The Joy of Love (Part 1)

Following a brief introduction to the Spring Training, Fr Eamonn Conway discusses major themes within The Joy of Love (Clip 12 of 15)

AMORIS – Overview of The Joy of Love (Part 2)

Fr Eamonn Conway discusses some further major themes within The Joy of Love (Amoris Laetitia) by Pope Francis (Clip 13 of 15)

AMORIS – 6th Guided Reflection for Facilitators

Jessie Rogers provides a guided reflection in response to the overview The Joy of Love by Fr Eamonn Conway (Clip 14 of 15)

AMORIS – Facilitating a Joy of Love conversation

Martin Kennedy offers some advice in how to lead groups during The Jpy of Love: Six-Session Parish Conversations (Clip 15 of 15)

AMORIS : Let’s Talk Family! Let’s Be Family!

Martin Kennedy explains what is available for everyone in the Amoris programme leading up to the World Meeting of Families 2018.

Let’s Talk Family Let’s Be Family – Cardinal Schönborn

Cardinal Christoph Schönborn will address ‘Let’s Talk Family: Let’s Be Family’ conference at Mary Immaculate College on July 13th 2017.

“… the ideal family does not exist but great families do exist.”

Archbishop Diarmuid Martin at Dublin Conference (1 June 2017) for national delegates preparing for World Meeting of Families 2018.

“… we are here to light a candle once more”

Cardinal Kevin Farrell speaking at Dublin conference (1 June 2017 ) for national delegates preparing for the World Meeting of Families 2018.

Encuentro Mundial de las Familias 2018 – Invitación

Información rápida sobre el evento y cómo participar

Incontro Mondiale delle Famiglie 2018 – Invito

Informazioni rapide su questo evento e come partecipare

Rencontre Mondiale des Familles 2018 – Invitation

Informations rapides sur l'événement et comment s'impliquer

A Joy for all the Earth – Official WMOF2018 Hymn

The official hymn for the World Meeting of Families 2018 was composed by Ephrem Feeley. Recorded live at Blackrock College Dublin.

World Meeting of Families 2018 – Official Promo

Every three years the Church brings together the largest international gathering of families in the world. In 2018 this gathering will take place in Dublin, Ireland.

WMOF 2018 – ‘an investment in our future’ ….

Bishop Donal McKeown (Diocese of Derry) discusses preparing for and hosting the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection on 1 -2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 National Collection 1 – 2 April 2017

A short promo for the National Church Collection for the World Meeting of Families that will take place in Dublin in August 2018

WMOF 2018 – ‘Valuing afresh family life …’

Bishop Raymond Browne (Diocese Kerry) reflects on three key ideas to help us focus during the preparation for the World Meeting of Families 2018.

WMOF 2018 – Advice for parents from Pope Francis

Bishop Denis Brennan (Ferns) looks forward to the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection for WMOF2018 on 1 - 2 April 2017

WMOF2018 – ‘What riches can we bring to our families …’

Bishop Crean (Cloyne) looks forward to the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection for WMOF2018 on 1 - 2 April 2017

WMOF 2018 – families as small domestic churches

Bishop John Kirby (Clonfert) shares his hopes for the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection for WMOF2018 on 1 - 2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 – praying for family intentions

Bishop Francis Duffy (Ardagh and Clonmacnois) reflects on how so much of our prayer centres on family life. National Collection for WMOF2018 on 1- 2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 – ‘the future of humanity passes through the family….’

Bishop John Buckley (Cork & Ross) reflects on the importance of the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection on 1 - 2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 – affirming the domestic church

Bishop John McAreavey (Diocese of Dromore) shares his hopes for the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection on 1 -2 April 2017

WMOF 2018 – ‘family is a passion for Pope Francis’

Bishop Brendan Kelly (Achonry) discusses the great attention has given to reflecting on family life. National Collection for WMOF2018 on 1-2 April 2017.

My hopes for WMOF 2018 – Archbishop Diarmuid Martin

Archbishop Diarmuid Martin (Dublin) shares his hopes for the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection 1 -2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 – ‘very clearly Pope Francis chose Dublin…’

Bishop John Fleming (Killala) discusses the preparation for World Meeting of Families 2018 including the National Church Collection on 1 - 2 April

WMOF 2018 – ‘our hope is that the Pope will come ….’

Bishop Philip Boyce (Raphoe) looks forward to the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection will take place on 1 - 2 April 2017

WMOF 2018 – encouraging family prayer

Bishop Leo O'Reilly (Kilmore Diocese) on family prayer and the preparation for the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection 1 - 2 April 2017

WMOF 2018 – The Gospel of the Family

Mgr Joseph McGuinness (Clogher Diocese) reflects on the journey towards the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection on 1 - 2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 – ‘How wide it will touch us is our challenge … ‘

Bishop Michael Smith (Diocese of Meath) discusses the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection for WMOF2018 on 1-2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 – ‘We are beginning the work’

Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan reflects on the preparation for the World Meeting of Families 2018 and the National Church Collection on 1 / 2 April

WMOF 2018 – ‘recognising this great opportunity’

Bishop Noel Treanor (Down and Connor) reflects on the great opportunity of the World Meeting of Families 2018. National Church Collection 1-2 April 2017.

Looking forward to WMOF 2018 – Bishop Fintan Monahan

Bishop Fintan Monahan (Killaloe Diocese) looks forward to the World Meeting of Families 2018 and appeals for support for National Church Collection on 1 / 2 April

Supporting WMOF 2018 – Bishop Denis Nulty

Bishop Denis Nulty encourages people to get behind the World Meeting of Families 2018 including by supporting the National Collection on 1 / 2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 – rising to the challenge

Archbishop Michael Neary (Tuam) reflects on the great opportunity and challenge that comes with hosting the World Meeting of Families 2018.

WMOF 2018 – ‘we all give a hand’

Bishop Brendan Leahy (Limerick Diocese) proposes 'we all give a hand' to the World Meeting of Families 2018 incl by supporting the National Church Collection 1 / 2 April 2017

WMOF 2018 – a great opportunity for evanglisation

Canon McLoughlin (Diocese of Galway) encourages people to get involved in the WMOF 2018 and to support the National Church Collection on 1/2 April 2017.

Encuentro Mundial de las Familias 2018

Cada tres años, la Iglesia convoca el mayor encuentro internacional de familias del mundo. En 2018 se celebrará en Dublín, Irlanda.

Rencontre Mondiale des Familles 2018

Tous les trois ans, l’Eglise convoque la plus grande rencontre internationale des familles. En 2018, elle se tiendra à Dublin, en Irlande.

Incontro Mondiale delle Famiglie 2018

Ogni tre anni, la Chiesa convoca il più grande incontro internazionale delle famiglie di tutto il mondo. Nel 2018 si terrà a Dublino, in Irlanda.

Cruinniú Domhanda an Teaghlaigh 2018

Uair gach trí bliain, eagraíonn an Eaglais an cruinniú idirnáisiúnta teaghlach is mó ar domhan. Sa bhliain 2018, is i mBaile Átha Cliath a bheas an cruinniú sé ar siúl.

World Meeting of Families 2018 (subtitles)

Every three years the Church brings together the largest international gathering of families in the world. In 2018 this gathering will take place in Dublin, Ireland.

Światowe Spotkanie Rodzin 2018

Co trzy lata Kościół zwołuje wielkie międzynarodowe spotkanie rodzin z całego świata. W 2018 r. takie spotkanie odbędzie się Dublinie, w Irlandii.

Encontro mundial das famílias 2018

A cada 3 anos, a Igreja nos convoca para o maior congresso internacional de famílias do mundo. Em 2018, este evento acontecerá em Dublin, Irlanda.

Weltfamilientreffen 2018

Alle drei Jahren ruft die Kirche zum größten internationalen Familientreffen der Welt auf. 2018 findet das Treffen in Dublin, in Irland, statt.

My hopes for WMOF 2018 – Archbishop Eamon Martin

Archbishop Eamon Martin shares his hopes for WMOF2018 and appeals for support for National Collection on 1 - 2 April 2017.

Archbishop Kieran O’Reilly on the World Meeting of Families 2018

Archbishop O'Reilly (Cashel & Emly) encourages people to get involved in WMOF 2018 and to support the National Church Collection on 1/2 April 2017.

WMOF 2018 – From Philadelphia to Dublin

A look back at the World Meeting of Families 2015 in Philadelphia and the announcement that Dublin would host WMOF 2018.