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The new English translation of the Roman Missal has, understandably, been getting much attention.

The new Irish language translation was also introduced on the same day. The printed version of Ord an Aifrinn arrived in the Veritas store in Dublin just two days before that. Perhaps those who took part in celebrations in Irish (from any part of the congregation!) would offer their reflections.

Pádraig McCarthy

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