Below you’ll find a series of video presentations from our Pre-Synodal Assembly in Kilkenny which includes the opening address from Fr. Declan Hurley, Chairperson of the National Synodal Team, setting the tone for our shared journey. Julieann Moran, General Secretary for the Irish Synodal Pathway, presents the seven national priorities that emerged from the communal discernment of dioceses and groups in the spring of this year. We also share a synthesis of the baptism resource in Baptised and Sent, presented by Bishop Niall Coll, highlighting the central role of our baptismal calling. The final video is some closing words from Archbishop Eamon Martin, bringing together some of the insights, hopes, and challenges from our gathering.
Opening address by Fr Declan Hurley at the Pre-Synodal Assembly of the Irish Synodal Pathway that took place in Kilkenny on 18th Oct 2025. Download Baptised and Sent
Julieann Moran gives an overview of how the seven priorities proposed in Baptised and Sent emerged and how they are a gift from the Spirit for the Church in Ireland today. Download Baptised and Sent
Address by Bishop Niall Coll to the Pre-Synodal Assembly of the Irish Synodal Pathway that took place in Kilkenny on 18th Oct 2025. Download Baptised and Sent
Archbishop Eamon Martin speaking at the conclusion of the Pre-Synodal Assembly of the Irish Synodal Pathway that was held in Kilkenny on 18 Oct 2025.