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Exploring Christus Vivit – Making room for the Young Church

Editor Gerard Gallagher explains how 'Exploring Christus Vivit' features an international group of writers examining key themes in Pope Francis' 2019 apostolic exhortation

Castlerea Community School – All Ireland Winners 2019

Castlerea Community School were the winners of the 2019 All Ireland Schools Public Speaking Competition organised by the Order of the Knights of St Columbanus.

Killina Presentation School Tullamore – All Ireland Finals 2019

Killina were joint runners up in the 2019 All Ireland Schools Public Speaking Competition organised by the Knights of St Columbanus.

St Joseph’s College Garbally – All Ireland Finals 2019

Garbally were joint runners up in the 2019 All Ireland Schools Public Speaking Competition organised by the Knights of St Columbanus.

The counter-cultural message the Church needs to offer

Archbishop Eamon Martin on offering an often counter-cultural message to the world "in which young people drown and are being suffocated..."

What is your greatest takeaway from Synod 2018?

Archbishop Eamon Martin - "How can I bring more of these talented, articulate, faith-filled young people into the daily life and decision-making roles within the Church at home"

“We need missionaries for life now more than ever…”

At a press briefing during #Synod2018 Archbishop Eamon Martin reflects on the way forward for the Church after the repeal of the 8th Amendment.

Helping young people in their pursuit of holiness …

Deborah Castellano Lubov, Vatican Corr for Zenit gives us an overview of #Synod2018 and how the active involvement of young people made it unique.

“I feel I have to be an ambassador for the Synod…”

Archbishop Eamon Martin says he needs "the help of our young people" to bring the experience of the joy and life at #Synod2018 home to the Irish Church.

Bringing Synod2018 back home

Archbishop Eamon Martin and Bishop Donal McKeown look forward to bringing the message and the method of the Synod back home to young people.

Insights from Synod 2018

Archbishop Eamon Martin shares how the Synod has heard about the challenges facing young people around the world.

Hearing from Youth Auditors at Synod 2018

Jonathan Lewis from USA and Percival Holt from India reflect on their experience of attending Synod 2018

Altar Servers Club – Naas Parish

In this video shown at WMOF2018, we get a glimpse into the social and spiritual sides of the Altar Servers Club in Naas Parish.

Designing a Vestment for Pope Francis – Jane Boland

Jane Boland (11), the winner of this Society of Missionary Children competition will greet Pope Francis at Dublin airport.

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.

To be fair – a message for young voters

Bishop Kevin Doran offers young voters some food for thought ahead of the upcoming referendum on the 8th amendment

Matt Maher at Fortify Youth Ministry Conference

Interview with the inspirational Matt Maher who gave a music workshop along with a concert at the recent Fortify Youth Ministry Conference in Dublin.

Young people are called to be active protagonists

Address by Fr Philip Kemmy (Raphoe Diocese) at the Fortify Youth Ministry Conference which took place in Dublin on 10 June 2017.

Alpha Ireland at Fortify Youth Ministry Conference

Peter Rigney gives a 3 minute pitch about Alpha Ireland at the Fortify conference which took place in Dublin on 10th June 2017.

Fortify Youth Conference – Fr Brendan Kilcoyne

Fr Brendan Kilcoyne gives a warm, witty and powerful address about youth ministry at the Fortify Conference on 10th June 2017.

Nothing is Impossible – Advent Reflection for Youth

A short reflection for young people inspired by the readings for the third week of Advent (Year A). Further resources are now available on www.liturgyritualprayer.com

Final Mass at World Youth Day 2016

Wendy Grace reports for Aid to the Church in Need on the final Mass at World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow celebrated by Pope Francis.

Prayer Vigil at World Youth Day 2016

Wendy Grace reports for Aid to the Church in Need on the Prayer Vigil at World Youth Day 2016 attended by over 1 million pilgrims.

Way of the Cross at World Youth Day 2016

Wendy Grace reports on the powerful Way of the Cross service at WYD 2016 which featured various church groups including Aid to the Church in Need.

Let’s Be One

Learn about the inspirational 'Let's Be One' campaign organised by Aid to the Church in Need for World Youth Day 2016.

World Youth Day 2016 – Welcome Ceremony

Wendy Grace reports for Aid to the Church in Need on the Welcome ceremony for Pope Francis at WYD 2016 in Krakow. More to follow...

Finding everything in giving

Bishop Liam MacDaid reflects on the life of Marion Mill and invites people to think of what a vocation to priesthood or religious life might offer them.

Do not be afraid to your proclaim your faith

Archbishop Charles Brown's message to those gathered at Youth 2000 Summer Festival 2016 was not to be afraid to proclaim their faith.

Attracting more young people to the Church

Sharon Murphy from Clogher Diocese gives her response to the oft-asked question - how can we attract young people into the Church.

My faith journey – Anna Keegan

Anna Keegan shares how she came to decide that her calling was to work in the Church with young people while attending World Youth Day in Canada.

Youth 2000 Summer Festival 2016

In this interview we learn about what happens at the annual Youth 2000 summer festival event which attracts over 1,000 young people.

WYD 2016 – Scripture series part 3

Natalie Doherty and Fr Kieran O’Mahony present the third part of a four part scripture series intended for pilgrims attending World Youth Day 2016.

World Youth Day 2016 – Flower and Alyssa

Flower and Alyssa from the USA share how through a photography fund-raising project and supported by prayer they are planning to cover the costs of attending WYD 2016.

Ballygawley – 2016 All-Ireland Winners

St Ciaran's College Ballygawley in Co. Tyrone were the national winners of this year's competition organised by the Order of the Knights of St Columbanus.

WYD 2016 – Scripture series part 2

Natalie Doherty and Fr Kieran O’Mahony present the second part of a four part scripture series intended for pilgrims attending World Youth Day 2016.

WYD 2016 – Scripture series part 1

Natalie Doherty and Fr Kieran O'Mahony present the first part of a four part scripture series intended for pilgrims attending World Youth Day 2016.

Don Bosco is Alive Today – Part Two

Jane Mellett, coordinator for SAVIO Volunteers, shares her experience as a volunteer and how Don Bosco and the Salesians changed her life.

My Faith Journey – Fergal McGrath

Fergal McGrath shares how he turned away from drugs and adopted a whole new lifestyle and found a new depth to his faith.

Youth 2000 Christmas Retreat 2015

We hear from participants about what they have gained from taking part in Youth 2000 events and what they would say to someone thinking of coming the first time.

Working with the YouCat Development project

Sharon Murphy, a youth minister in Clogher Diocese, shares her experience of working with the YOUCAT Development Project.

My Faith Journey – Sharon Murphy

Sharon Murphy, a youth minister in the Diocese of Clogher, shares how she has grown in her faith and become a committed church member.

World Youth Day 2016 – A Question of Faith

Ger Gallagher from the Archdiocese of Dublin reflects back on past World Youth Days and looks forward to the 2016 gathering in Krakow in Poland in 2016.

YouCat to be followed by DoCat and Youth Bible

A report from Germany on the global spread of the Youth catechism and their upcoming projects - a Youth Bible and the DOCAT on the church's social teaching.

2015 Catholic Youth Conference – Archbishop Eamon Martin

Archbishop Eamon Martin summarises his message to the 2015 Catholic Youth Conference and talks about the importance of gatherings like this...

Amy Colgan @ Climate Justice Conference

Amy Colgan speaking at the recent 'Meeting the Challenge of Climate Justice from Evidence to Action' conference in Maynooth.

Youth 2000 Summer Festival 2015

Join over 1,000 young people at the Youth 2000 Summer Festival in Cistercian College, Roscrea from 13th - 16th August 2015. Free buses...

Don Bosco Nepal Relief action

Learn about the relief work undertaken by the Salesians in Nepal in the wake of the recent earthquake via Don Bosco schools

Nepal Earthquake – Jesuit response

Learn about the relief work undertaken by the Jesuits in Nepal in the wake of the recent earthquake including students in Jesuit schools.

Dead Theologians Society – Introduction

Eddie Cotter Jr, the founder of DTS in America, gives an overview of this Catholic youth apostolate which draws on the lives of saints to inspire the youth of today.

2015 All-Ireland Schools Public Speaking Competition

Rathmore Grammar School from Belfast were the winners of this competition organised by the Order of the Knights of St Columbanus.

Kilmore Diocesan Assembly 2014 – Youth Ministry

Clogher don Oige - Matthew McFadden gives a presentation on Youth Ministry in Clogher Diocese to the Kilmore Diocesan Assembly.

Youth 2000 Summer Festival 2014 – Everything Drama

Watch a powerful drama from the Youth 2000 Summer Festival showing how the Lord never abandons us in our struggles and pain.

Youth 2000 Summer Festival 2014 – Archbishop Eamon Martin

Archbishop Eamon Martin's homily on 15th August at the 2014 Summer Festival in which he called on young people, like Mary, to magnify the Lord in society.

Youth 2000 Summer Festival 2014 new promo

The Youth 2000 Summer Festival is taking place between 14th-17th August 2014 in Cistercian College, Roscrea, Co Tipperary for ages 16-35.

Youth 2000 Summer Youth Festival (14-17 Aug 2014)

Watch a promo video for the 2014 Summer Youth Festival that will be hosted by Youth 2000 in Roscrea from 14 - 17 Aug.

Act to Prevent Trafficking – St Mary’s, Mallow

The YSI students in St. Mary's, Mallow and their teacher Ms Lyons reflect on the experience of undertaking their Stop Trafficking of People (S.T.O.P.) project over the last year.

Mallow YSI Students S.T.O.P Trafficking Project

Young Social Innovator (YSI) students from St Mary's Secondary School in Mallow give a presentation on their S.T.O.P. trafficking campaign.

S.T.O.P. Trafficking – Mallow YSI students Speak Out

Young Social Innovator (YSI) students from St Mary's Secondary School perform their short drama piece highlighting their S.T.O.P. trafficking campaign.

Don Bosco Teenage Care – Breaking the Cycle

A presentation of the work of Don Bosco Teenage Care Services in Dublin which has been on-going since 1978 helping deprived teenagers.

The main purpose of the box is to introduce children to scripture stories and to help you in the process of passing the faith to your children The Jesse box contains 9 wooden animals, 11 wooden cones together with printouts of the backgrounds, props,characters and a booklet guide for Advent, Christmas and The Epiphany and […]