A Voice to Reflect
The ACP is an association for Catholic Priests who wish to have a forum, and a voice to reflect on, discuss and comment on issues affecting the Irish Church and society today. We welcome any feedback you may have. If you are an existing member, you can pay your membership fee here. If you would like to support the ACP with a donation, you can do so here.
Today’s Homily Resources
18 Aug 2026 – Tuesday of Week 20
18 Aug 2026 – Tuesday of Week 20 1st Reading: Ezekiel 28:1-10 God warns the wealthy seaport metropolis of Tyre to beware of pride The word of the Lord came to me: Mortal, say to the prince of Tyre, Thus says the Lord God: Because your heart is proud and you have said, “I am...
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Brendan Hoban: Tuam’s complex picture is finally emerging
Western People, 11.8.2026 Some time back an article in The Tablet by Michael Duggan, a freelance writer living in Surrey, England, brought a new perspective to bear on what came to…
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Seán Ó Conaill: Wealth Tax Needed on Richest 1% – Piketty
To balance the world economy, protect democracy and halt global warming, a wealth tax on the world’s wealthiest 1% is urgently needed – according to Thomas Piketty, the best-selling French…
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Jim Cogley’s Reflections: Tues 18 Aug – Mon 24 Aug 2026
Our annual Pilgrimage season in Lady’s Island is now in full swing. You might like to pay a visit or bring a group for an afternoon or evening. If you…
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America Magazine: Pope Leo calls on priests to ‘respect’ the post-Vatican II liturgies in new letter
by Colleen Dulle August 14, 2026 In a recent letter publicly released today, Pope Leo XIV said that anyone involved in preparing liturgies, especially priests, must show “respect” for the liturgical…
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SÉAMUS AHEARNE…the good, the bad and the unexpected…
THE UNUSUAL AND THE UNEXPECTED: Mark O’Brien osa was Ordained on Saturday last, in St Augustine’s Limerick. Fearghal Caden and Adeel Abid will be Solemnly Professed in John’s Lane,…
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The Messenger – September issue preview
September Messenger celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Basilica in Knock as well as three inspirational religious figures, all of whose causes for beatification are before the Church: Fr Flanagan of Boys Town, Fr…
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Tim Hazelwood: The Legal System – Some Ethical Concerns
Being asked to act as an executor of a will for the first time brought with it mixed feelings. I felt honoured that someone had trusted me to ensure their…
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Gerry O’Connor CSsR and ACP Leadership Team weekly Sunday video homily
‘Drifting’ 20th Sunday Year A 16 Aug 2026
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Presider’s Page for 16 August (20th Sunday in OrdinaryTime)
Everyone is welcome in God’s house, everyone who loves God’s name. We gather to experience the warmth of this embrace. Penitential RiteTo prepare ourselves, let us call to mind our…
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Christian Brothers Statement in the wake of a recent High Court order that 341 former members of the congregation be served with a summons by way of a national newspaper advertisement, as part of a claim for damages for child sexual assault and rape, although it is not being alleged that the men whose names have been published had anything to do with the crimes.
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS STATEMENT Christian Brothers typically agreeing settlements in under 1 year Contrary to recent commentary, the Christian Brothers’ focus remains resolutely on settling claims in a timely manner without…