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
10 Nov 2026 – Tuesday of Week 32
10 Nov 2026 – Tuesday of Week 32 Memorial: St Leo the Great, died 461, taught the two natures (human and divine) of Chrust at Chalcedon in 351 and the primacy of the See of Peter. 1st Reading: Titus 2:1-8, 11-14 Guidelines for living, while awaiting the return of our Saviour As for you, teach...
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Pope to Argentina’s clergy and religious: ‘Let us not give up!’
Addressing Argentinian clergy and pastoral workers in Córdoba, the Pope calls for renewed fidelity to the original call of Christ, a deeper commitment to the poor and the courage to…
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Vatican News: Pope Leo urges Argentinians to proclaim Christ with joy
Pope Leo XIV concludes his second day in Argentina by greeting the faithful gathered outside the Apostolic Nunciature in Buenos Aires, encouraging them to welcome Christ’s call to proclaim the…
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ACP AGM TOMORROW! All Welcome
ACP AGM Wed 11 Nov 2026 2.00-5.00pm Tullamore Court Hotel, Tullamore All Welcome Speakers Gerry O’Hanlon SJ and Patricia Melvin on Synodal Pathway developments Tim Hazelwood – Care of Priests…
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Peadar King: Why the silence of Ireland’s church leaders in these dark days of Donald Trump?
This article was first published by the Irish Times on 01 Nov 2026 as part of the series, Rite and Reason: God is praised as the culture collapses, mired in…
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Vatican News: Pope Leo urges Argentina’s leaders to put common good before political interests
In his address to authorities upon his arrival in Argentina, the Pope calls for authority exercised as service, stronger democratic institutions, dialogue across political differences, and economic policies that leave…
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Jim Cogley’s Reflections – Tues 10 Nov – Mon 16 Nov 2026
Coming Seminars: Wood You Believe Tara Centre, Omagh Fri 13th&-9.30pm Loss & Recovery Sat 14th 10–4pm Discovering your Higher Purpose with Jim Cogley and Luba Rodzhuk Enquiries to Tara Centre…
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Achonry & Elphin Diocesan Appointments 2026
Link to press release New appointments, involving both clergy and lay staff, having been agreed over recent months and, while they have been announced as they took place, I now…
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Pope in Uruguay: Never settle for mediocrity, find joy and fulfillment in Christ
During a prayer vigil in Uruguay, Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful not to settle for a merely decent life or habitual faith, but to give themselves completely to the…
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Seán Walsh: Risen
Risen He stood, faintly lit, in an open tomb… carefully untying the cloth covering his head and face. Then folding… placing aside. Likewise the linen. ‘Crossing slowly to the entrance……
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Vatican News: Pope in Uruguay: Church offers Jesus Christ and hope proclaimed by Gospel
Pope Leo XIV begins his Apostolic Journey to South America with a discourse on the common good, reflecting on democracy, our duties toward future generations, care for human dignity and…