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Irish Bishops' Pastoral Letter
Why Sunday Matters
An invitation to reflect on Sunday Mass
With the publication of their Pastoral Letter - 'Why Sunday Matters', the Irish Bishops, warmly invite all Catholics to reflect on the profound gift of Sunday Mass. This special year offers a unique opportunity to rediscover the heart of our faith and, for those who have been away, to return with renewed joy to the celebration of the Eucharist.
Sunday – the day of the Lord – has always held a central place in the life of the Church. It is the day of resurrection, rest, and Eucharist. It is the day when we gather as a community, united in our love for Christ, to encounter the risen Lord and be nourished in body and soul.
In this document, they invite us to reflect on the immense significance of Sunday Mass – not simply as a ritual, but as the source and summit of our faith. Here, we meet Christ in His living presence and are strengthened to live as His disciples. Attending Sunday Mass, or its vigil on Saturday evening, is more than a duty; it is a sacred privilege and a chance to be renewed by God’s love.
Digital copies of Why sunday Matters are available below in Word and PDF format. Parishes are encouraged to reproduce the Pastoral Letter and share the good news.
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Digging Deeper - Parish Resource
Digging Deeper
Part 1: Introductory Rites
(Ep 1/4)
Julie Kavanagh and Fr David Vard present a four part series on the Mass. Episode One explores the Introductory Rites.
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‘Sunday Mass Digging Deeper’ is the work of the Diocesan Commission for Liturgical Formation in Kildare & Leighlin Diocese
Digging Deeper
Part 2: Liturgy of the Word
(Ep 2/4)
Julie Kavanagh and Fr David Vard present a four part series on the Mass. Episode Two explores the Liturgy of the Word.
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‘Sunday Mass Digging Deeper’ is the work of the Diocesan Commission for Liturgical Formation in Kildare & Leighlin Diocese
Digging Deeper
Part 3: Liturgy of the Eucharist
(Ep 3/4)
Julie Kavanagh and Fr David Vard present a four part series on the Mass. Episode Three explores the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
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‘Sunday Mass Digging Deeper’ is the work of the Diocesan Commission for Liturgical Formation in Kildare & Leighlin Diocese
Digging Deeper
Part 4: Concluding Rites
(Ep 4/4)
Julie Kavanagh and Fr David Vard present a four part series on the Mass. Episode Four explores the Concluding Rites.
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‘Sunday Mass Digging Deeper’ is the work of the Diocesan Commission for Liturgical Formation in Kildare & Leighlin Diocese