Eamon Martin
Eamon Martin is the Archbishop of Armagh and the Primate of All Ireland. He is known for his leadership within the Catholic Church in Ireland and has been a vocal advocate for peace and reconciliation, particularly in the context of Northern Ireland. On March 17, 2025, he delivered a powerful homily at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City, where he emphasized the importance of hope amid global challenges, drawing parallels between the life of St. Patrick and contemporary issues facing the world.
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Archbishop Eamon Martin was leading a 'Day of Prayer and Reflection for Gaza' in Ireland.
Priests demand Irish Catholic Church sever ties with Allianz over Israel links – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-21
Archbishop Martin said the lough was a 'microcosm' of the greater issues facing the planet, adding that we 'have to be very conscious of the threats and the difficulties that are facing the earth at this time'.
Hot, dry summers bring new 'firewave' risk to UK cities
United Kingdom· 2025-08-14
Eamon Martin consecrated Ireland to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at a ceremony in Knock Shrine.
The Sacred Heart picture, once ubiquitous in Irish Catholic homes, has a fascinating history – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-27
Eamon Martin is the Archbishop who spoke about the ongoing martyrdom of Christians in his homily.
Oliver Plunkett’s story would make a great film – it’s a shame modern, secular Ireland has forgotten him – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-06
Archbishop Eamon Martin recalled how he and other Irish archbishops met Prevost and described him as a humble and respectful listener.
Pope Leo’s social conscience won’t go down well with JD Vance and Maga America – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-09
Catholic Primate Archbishop Eamon Martin said it was 'with great joy' that he welcomed Pope Leo XIV.
Higgins wishes Pope Leo XIV well as he takes on role ‘at a time of great challenges for the world’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-08
Brenda Cleary suggested that Eamon Martin could replace Pope Francis during a hypothetical visit to Ireland.
‘Would you like to come to Ireland and have a quiet break and I can send someone to replace you?’ she asked Pope Francis – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-24
Archbishop Eamon Martin, Primate of All Ireland, has said the most important thing about Pope Francis was the way he presented himself as a person of prayer.
Ireland’s representatives at funeral are confirmed – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-22
Archbishop Eamon Martin expressed that Pope Francis encouraged him to communicate the joy of the gospel.
Death of Pope Francis - live updates: Funeral to take place on Saturday – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-22
Archbishop Eamon Martin expressed deep sadness and immense gratitude following Pope Francis's death.
Pope Francis ‘did not shy away from tackling abuse’, says Primate of All Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-22
Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin said Francis 'didn’t shy away from tackling' the impact of clerical abuse.
Pope Francis remembered as a leader who ‘knew how to give hope’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-21
Archbishop Eamon Martin believes that Pope Francis's commitment to peace inspired his choice of papal name.
The pontiff's relationship with 'the green country'United Kingdom· 2025-04-21
Eamon Martin, Ireland’s most senior church figure, issued a formal apology regarding the church's role in the scandal.
Ireland’s mother-and-baby homes are a stain on the Catholic church – but this latest refusal to atone is a new low | Rhiannon Lucy CosslettUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-13
Catholic Primate and Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin has also been Administrator of the diocese of Dromore.
Two West of Ireland Catholic dioceses united under one bishop as Church continues to downsize – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-30
Archbishop Eamon Martin delivered a powerful message of hope during the central Mass of St. Patrick's Day in New York City.
Homilía del primado de Irlanda en la catedral de San Patricio en NYC: Camino hacia la reconciliación (2)
Venezuela· 2025-03-19