IEC2012 – Congress Bell pilgrimage

Colette Furlong shares the story of the pilgrimage of the Congress Bell which has travelled all around Ireland and beyond calling pilgrims to gather for IEC2012

IEC 2012 – bookings in last two weeks

As the countdown to IEC2012 enters the last two weeks, find out how you can still get a place at all the Congress events in the RDS (10-16th June) and in Croke Park (17th June).

Holy Family Monstrance – interview with Noel Ward

In this video, Noel Ward from Cork shares the inspiration behind this remarkable Monstrance which incorporates the Calvary scene.

Knock Youth Festival 2012

The Knock Summer Festival is for all people between the ages of 17-30. It is a chance to come away and experience something different. The 2012 Festival takes place on 28th July.

K&L Primary Schools Altar Cloth

Hear the story behind the creation of the Altar Cloth from separate squares from almost every primary school in the diocese of Kildare & Leighlin.

IEC2012 – what pilgrims can expect

This video provides an insight into the upcoming International Eucharistic Congress in Dublin and what pilgrims can expect.

IEC 2012 – by the numbers!

Find out about the 50th International Eucharistic Congress that will take place in Dublin from 10th -17th June 2012. 25,000 pilgrims are expected every day in the RDS and 80,000 in Croke Park on the final day.

Eucharist: Table of Word and Sacrament – Fr Drumm (3/3)

Fr Michael Drumm speaking in Carlow Cathedral during the Kildare and Leighlin Diocesan Eucharistic Congress. In this concluding part, Fr Drumm reflects on Communion.

The Mercy Law Resource Centre (MLRC)

Mercy Law Resource Centre is an Independent Law Centre and registered charity which provides free legal advice and representation to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the areas of Housing and Social Welfare Law

Hope is here- Trocaire in Uganda

Irish Dominican Pilgrimage to WYD 2011

A short video of the Irish Dominican Pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2011 in Madrid, starting with the visit to Caleruega, Salamanca, Avila, Toledo and then Madrid.

Give it up for Trócaire 2012

Emmanuel, 15, from Barlonyo, northern Uganda is the face of this year’s Give it up for Trócaire campaign. Watch this short video about his life.

Trócaire – Demand a Future of Hope

Trócaire seeks to address the root causes of poverty facing northern Ugandans. One of these causes is a lack of investment in agriculture and support for small-scale farmers. Ask your government representative to support farmers like Daniel's parents, Joel and Betty.

Trócaire – rebuilding communities for lasting change

Hannah Evans, Church Officer for Trócaire, introduces us to the young boy from Uganda, Daniel Okweng, who is featured on this year's Trócaire box and his parents Joel and Betty.

Trócaire – Interview with Daniel’s mother (Post Primary)

Daniel Okweng (9) from Uganda is the young boy on the 2012 Trocaire box. This video for schools features Daniel's mother, Betty, talking about Daniel.

Trócaire – Daniel’s village (Senior Cycle)

Daniel Okweng (9) from Uganda is the young boy on the 2012 Trocaire box. This video for schools introduces us to daily life in Daniel's village.

Trócaire – Daniel’s Day (Junior Cycle)

Daniel Okweng (9) from Uganda is the young boy on the 2012 Trócaire box. This video for schools introduces us to Daniel.

Trócaire Lenten Lecture 2012

Justin Kilcullen, Director of Trócaire, highlights the importance of helping communities rebuild after conflict. Together with Archbishop Odama from Uganda, he thanks the Irish people for their on-going generosity to and solidarity with the world's poor.

Trócaire in Uganda – working together

Bishop Joseph Franzelli on how Trócaire works with local people to help them address the needs of their communities. Bishop Franzelli (Lira Diocese) is the local Bishop of the area featured on this year's Trócaire box.

Trócaire’s Solar Lamp Global Gift in Uganda

In this video from the Lira region in Northern Uganda, we see and hear about the value of the Solar Lamp, one of Trócaire's recent Global gifts.

Why I volunteered for IEC 2012

A number of volunteers share why they were inspired to serve at the International Eucharistic Congress and offer encouragement to those thinking of joining up. Applications close on March 17th.

Greetings for IEC2012 from Uganda

In this video, Bishop Joseph Franzelli from Lira Diocese in Northern Uganda sends his greetings to those preparing for the 50th International Eucharistic Congress in Ireland and reflects on the Congress theme.

IEC 2012 – Join our cultural tours

On the days before, during and following the Congress, you may be interested in getting to see more of Ireland. Options include a night out, day trips and a four day tour.

Sisters of Mercy participate in Haven’s Build it Week, October 2011

The Sisters of Mercy worked along with the Haven volunteers near the epicentre of the January 2010 earthquake,18 miles outside Port Au Prince, capital of Haiti.

IEC 2012 – accommodation and cultural tours

Find out how you can book a place to stay for the 2012 International Eucharistic Congress in Dublin. You can also join a range of cultural tours around Ireland before and after the Congress.

Booking to attend IEC 2012 in Dublin

Going to the International Eucharistic Congress (10-17 June 2012) in Dublin? Get an introduction to the booking process, the available attendance options and other extras including accommodation and cultural tours.

Volunteers wanted for IEC 2012

Up to 3,000 volunteers are needed for the International Eucharistic Congress that will take place in Dublin in June 2012. Find out how to apply.

Maeve Mahon introduces a resource on the New Missal for children which includes a DVD of a Mass celebrated with the New Missal.

Fr Paddy Byrne on Twitter

Fr Paddy Byrne explains why he opened his twitter account (@frpaddybyrne) and what he has learned about engaging with people on-line.

Liam Lawton reflects on how he began his music ministry, the art of composing and the wonder of seeing that work performed and enjoyed by others.

Veritas is Ireland’s leading religious publisher and retailer and is an agency of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference.

Pastoral Response to Substance Misuse is an initiative set up by the Irish Bishops' Conference to help parishes respond to this growing problem in their communities.

IEC 2012 – Promotional Video

This promotional video about IEC2012 was made available on DVD with sub titles in six different languages.

Marie Gribbons, Chaplain in St Francis Hospice in Raheny, Dublin, talks about the comfort that faith can bring to someone at the end of their life.