They’re praying for a military chaplain who was stabbed in County Galway on Friday.
Fr Paul Murphy, an Irish Protection Drive chaplain, suffered accidents described as severe however not life-threatening within the assault at Renmore Barracks.
In a Fb put up, he mentioned he was about to endure surgical procedure and thanked individuals for his or her prayers.
A teenage boy has been arrested in reference to the assault and Gardaí (Irish police) are investigating whether or not it was linked to terrorism.
The Bishop of Galway, Michael Duignan, mentioned the assault was “deeply surprising and upsetting”.
“I’m praying for the injured man and I’m asking God for his full restoration. I’m additionally praying for his household, for his fellow troopers and for the medical personnel who’re attending to his accidents right now,” he mentioned.
Bishop of Waterford & Lismore Alphonsus Cullinan mentioned of the incident “serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the significance of unity in our neighborhood”.
“We should come collectively not solely to help our injured priest, but additionally to create an setting the place such acts won’t occur once more. Let's have interaction in dialogue about how we will promote peace, understanding and respect amongst all people no matter their background. ” or perception,” he mentioned.
“I invite everybody to hitch me in prayer – not just for our injured priest, however for the person accountable for this act. Could they discover redemption and should all of us work to heal the injuries that divide us. As we collect in prayer, allow us to keep in mind , that forgiveness is a robust instrument that may lead us to reconciliation.”
