Volunteers, Organizers Reflect on 50th International Eucharistic Congress

Dublin Event Officially Comes to a Close

September 27, 2012 | 931 hits

Following the 50th International Eucharistic Congress, which took place earlier this year in Dublin, organizers and volunteers reflect on the success of the event and its role in bringing hope …

Pope Benedict Announces Next Congress to Take Place in the Philippines

Recorded Message Played at Closing Mass in Dublin

June 17, 2012 | 4610 hits

By Junno Arocho Thunderous applause erupted at Croke Park Stadium as Pope Benedict XVI appeared on the video screens to address those present at the closing Mass of the 50thInternational …

'We wish it would never end!'

Comments from Pilgrims at the Closing Mass

June 17, 2012 | 2524 hits

By James Mulford Pilgrims from around Ireland and the whole world filed into Croke Park Stadium this morning for the closing ceremony and final mass of the 50th International Eucharistic …

Thousands Gather for Closing Mass at Croke Park

Papal Legate Brings International Eucharistic Congress to a Close

June 17, 2012 | 2568 hits

By Ann Schneible The 50th International Eucharistic Congress (IEC) concluded on Sunday with the Statio Orbis, celebrated in Croke Park Stadium in Dublin, Ireland. The Statio Orbis was divided …

Pope Benedict XVI's Message at Closing Mass

"You are the Heirs to a Church That has Been a Mighty Force for Good in the World"

June 17, 2012 | 2390 hits

Here is the statement given today at the Closing Mass of the 50th International Eucharistic Congress by Pope Benedict XVI. * * * Dear Brothers and Sisters, With great affection in the Lord, I …

Dublin Archbishop's Closing Address

"We go Away Deepened in Our Faith"

June 17, 2012 | 1888 hits

Here is the closing statement of the 50th International Eucharistic Congress given Sunday by the archbishop of the host city, Diarmuid Martin of Dublin. * * * One week ago we set out on a …

Cardinal Ouellet's Homily at the Closing Mass of the Eucharistic Congress

"Let us Bear Witness to This Grace by Calling Others to Faith in this Communion"

June 17, 2012 | 2060 hits

Here is the text of the homily given today at the Closing Mass of the 50th International Eucharistic Congress by Cardinal Marc Ouellet, Papal Legate to the Congress. * * * Dear brothers and …

Spreading the Gospel Through Music at Dublin Congress

Elation Ministries Lead Singer Speaks About Preaching the Gospel Through Song

June 16, 2012 | 2261 hits

By Ann Schneible The ministry of leading young people to an encounter with Christ through music has been an integral part of the 50th International Eucharistic Congress’ youth program, which …

Dr. John Monaghan's Personal Testimony

"It is our Duty as Catholics to Actively Show Love and Solidarity in a Practical Way"

June 16, 2012 | 2012 hits

Here is the text of an address given today at the International Eucharistic Congress by Dr. John Monaghan. Dr. Monaghan is Vice President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Ireland. The …

Cardinal Sarah's Homily for Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

"Through her Fiat, the Word of God Took Flesh in the Tabernacle of her Womb"

June 16, 2012 | 1963 hits

Here is the text of the homily given today, feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, at the International Eucharistic Congress by Cardinal Robert Sarah, President of the Pontifical Council 'Cor …

Archbishop Warda's Catechesis on Suffering as a Means of Communion

"God is the Suffering One, Because he Desires With Whole his Heart, to be Communion"

June 15, 2012 | 940 hits

Here is the text of a catechesis given today by Archbishop Bashar Warda, archbishop of Erbil, Iraq, at the International Eucharistic Congress. * * * “Although the world of suffering exists ‘in …

Today's Homily by Cardinal Seán Brady

"Every Moral Choice we Make, No Matter How Small, has Consequences"

June 14, 2012 | 1666 hits

Here is the full text of the homily given today byCardinal Seán Brady, archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland, at the International Eucharistic Congress. * * * Opening Remarks A …

Archbishop Neary's Morning Prayer Homily

"We are to celebrate joy so that the liturgy mirrors the abundance of good things provided by God"

June 14, 2012 | 875 hits

Here is the text of the reflection given by Archbishop Michael Neary of Tuam, Ireland, for morning prayer today at the International Eucharistic Congress. * * * Psalm 95 – This Psalm is a …

Cardinal Turkson's Homily at Liturgy of Reconciliation

"We are to celebrate joy so that the liturgy mirrors the abundance of good things provided by God"

June 14, 2012 | 1378 hits

Here is the text of the address given today by Cardinal Peter Turkson, president of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, during the Liturgy of Reconciliation at the 50th International …