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Fr Paddy is the parish priest of Abbeyleix. From Carlow town, he was educated in Carlow CBS and studied Business and Politics in Trinity College Dublin before training to be a priest in Carlow College. He writes for a number of media outlets. He has almost 31,000 followers on Twitter.

Fr Paddy: Saint John Henry Newman – Doctor of The Church

Pope Leo XIV has declared Saint John Henry Newman a 'Doctor' of the church, bestowing one of the Catholic Church’s highest honours on the...

Fr Paddy: ‘Gratitude is a wonderful mindset and way of lifethat sustains a positive...

The month of August traditionally marks the beginning of autumn. For the Celtic people, this time of year was filled with festivity, engaging in...

Fr Paddy: Harvest time – ‘May we celebrate that the rich diversity that is...

Time and seasons come and go; so far 2025 seems to have moved very quickly, it's hard to believe, this week we begin the...

Fr Paddy: Our health is our wealth – the story of Saint Camillus

Our health is our wealth. Health of body and peace of mind are indeed rich blessings that many long for. Western culture, continues to value...
Brother Kevin Capuchain Centre

Fr Paddy: Remembering Brother Kevin … A living Saint

In a statement announcing Br Kevin’s death on July 2, at Mount Desert Nursing Home in Cork, the Capuchins said he was known throughout...

Fr Paddy: ‘The happiest people don’t have the best of everything – they just...

It was disappointing to read that tourists visiting our beautiful island has greatly reduced in recent times. Ireland has benefited hugely from tourism, especially...

Fr Paddy: Society without a moral compass quickly disregards the integrity of all human...

A moral compass offers direction informed by values. Christianity is a wonderful moral compass based on gospel values of faith, hope and love. I found...

Fr Paddy: A prayer for the Summer Solstice – the brightest days of the...

These weeks many cemetery masses take place in every parish across the country. I really like these occasions when family and communities unite in...

Fr Paddy: Spirit of God, Loving and free, Spirit of God, flow through me

Time moves by too quickly; soon we arrive at the longest day of the year - June 21. These long bright days I pray will...

Fr Paddy: Health of body and peace of mind through the prism of St...

As we move through life, we all can agree with the wisdom, “Our health is our wealth”. Health of body and peace of mind...

Fr Paddy: Power of the possible with the story of the humble farmer Thomas

In a quaint village nestled between rolling hills and valleys of Mount Kilimanjaro, Thomas, a humble farmer, faced a severe drought that threatened his...
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Fr Paddy: The Lord hears the cry of the poor!!

First Holy Communion, continues to be an incredibly special day, not just in the life of young people, but for their entire families and...

Fr Paddy: There is something about Leo

There has been huge focus on the Catholic Church over the past number of weeks. As Pope Francis' health declined, media commentary intensified following his...

Fr Paddy: Ten tips for keeping balance and good mental health

As I write this article, the cardinal electors, are currently in conclave. Their task, to select the 267th successor of Peter. I pray that the...

Fr Paddy: The Conclave – explaining the fascinating process of electing a new pope

As I write this article, looking out of my window, the month of May, begins in splendid sunshine. Birds singing loudly, new leaves on...
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Fr Paddy: Remembering Pope Francis – a kind, courageous, and gentle pastor

The death of Pope Francis fills me with a deep sadness as we mourn the loss of a kind, courageous, and gentle pastor. I also...

Fr Paddy: Carlo Acutis to be formally canonised and declared a saint

On Sunday, April 27, Carlo Acutis, will be formally canonised and declared a saint. This will take place in an open air ceremony in...

Fr Paddy: This Easter, let’s be bold in our hope, unshakable in our faith,...

These days of bright blue skies, and spring blossoms, make it easy to identify with the Easter message. In this Jubilee Year of Hope,...

Fr Paddy: We are invited to indulge in a wonderful promise that our God...

The month of April has begun with splendid sunshine and blue skies. This is a beautiful time of year, nature awakens within us all a...

Fr Paddy: Prayer is often personal and perhaps is best practiced in silence

As we get closer to Holy Week it is good to reflect on how we pray. Prayer is often personal and perhaps is best...

Fr Paddy: Seven tips to help you achieve peace of mind

This week we celebrate the effects of the spring equinox. For the next six months there will be more light than darkness. Light is good...

Fr Paddy: St Patrick’s Day inspires faith and is a global event

As I write this article, Taoiseach Micheál Martin is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on March 12, 2025,...
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Fr Paddy: Vocation is a rich and deeply fulfilling way of life

There is a real sense here in Ireland, that the vocation crisis, to the priesthood, is having real consequences in terms of aging clergy...

Fr Paddy: Pope Francis – a voice of sense and reason in a turbulent...

As I write this article, I'm very conscious that the health of Pope Francis, seems to be seriously declining. Pope Francis has led the Catholic...

Fr Paddy: Make the most of Lent 2025 as we are reminded of Christian...

Our world is indeed going through very troubled times. In a time of turbulence, it is important to be reminded that Christian values such...

Fr Paddy: The life story of Matt Talbot – a powerful recovery

Addiction is lived reality for many good people. The life story of an Irish man and his recovery is an inspirational one. Matt Talbot was...

Fr Paddy: A different kind of love on St Valentine’s Day

This week we celebrate St Valentine’s Day. Traditionally this day is associated with romance and love. Historically it is interesting to trace its evolvement. There were...

Fr Paddy: Tales of wisdom after the storm

Weather wise January 2025 has been dreadful. Because of heavy snow and dangerous pathways, it was reminiscent of lockdown. The recent storm Eowyn caused devastating...

Fr Paddy: St Brigid – A woman of great hope

February is it time of growth and invitation for us all. The light of spring slowly triumphs over winter darkness. The story and celebration of...

Fr Paddy: The inspirational life of Sister Clare Crockett

The beatification cause of Sister Clare Crockett, an inspirational young Irish religious sister who died in 2016, formally opened Sunday, January 12, with a...