The Archbishop of Dublin, the Most Revd Dr Michael Jackson, has issued the following statement as churches in the Republic of Ireland prepare to reopen from Monday:
“As churches in Ireland prepare for opening again from Monday 10th May 2021, we rejoice with all those of every Faith Tradition who will soon be able, after a long period of absence, to return to worshipping God in person.
“For each and every one of us, it has been a long time of loss and a frustrating time of patience.
“I wish to thank the people and clergy of the dioceses for…