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Irish Independent
24-04-2025
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- Irish Independent
An Post offers to send cards to the Vatican for free
The 88-year-old, who died on Easter Monday, has been dubbed by some as the 'people's pope', having spoken out for the poor and those in need and shunned many of the extravagances that come with papal life. Thousands have stood in line for hours, sometimes overnight, in St Peter's Square at the Vatican to pay their respects to the late pontiff. Irish post offices had received queries from the public looking for advice about the correct address and stamp to use. In response, An Post said it would offer the service for free and send cards to the Vatican in one batch in three weeks. An Post said: 'Cards may be posted to the following PO box for free until May 14 and An Post will ensure they are delivered directly to the Vatican: Cards to the Vatican, PO Box 13812, Freepost, Dublin 1.' On Thursday, Taoiseach Micheál Martin signed a book of condolence for Pope Francis at the residence of the Apostolic Nunciature in Dublin. Books of condolences are also open at St Mary's Pro-Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral, the Apparition Chapel in Knock, and St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh. We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. Please review your details and accept them to load the content The Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference said an online book of condolences on its website had gathered 600 signatures. 'This outpouring of affection is a true reflection of the kind of leader that Pope Francis was – a man who united people from all walks of life around the world,' it said. St Patrick's Cathedral will hold a memorial mass at 7pm on Thursday, with Archbishop Eamon Martin as the chief celebrant. Archbishop Martin, President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina, Taoiseach Mr Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris are all expected to attend the Pope's funeral on Saturday at 9am Irish time.
Irish Examiner
24-04-2025
- General
- Irish Examiner
An Post offers to send cards to the Vatican for free
An Post is offering to send mass or sympathy cards to the Vatican for free for people who wish to pay their respects to Pope Francis. The 88-year-old, who died on Easter Monday, has been dubbed by some as the 'people's pope', having spoken out for the poor and those in need and shunned many of the extravagances that come with papal life. Thousands have stood in line for hours, sometimes overnight, in St Peter's Square at the Vatican to pay their respects to the late pontiff. Post offices had received queries from the public looking for advice about the correct address and stamp to use. In response, An Post said it would offer the service for free and send cards to the Vatican in one batch in three weeks. An Post said: 'Cards may be posted to the following PO box for free until May 14 and An Post will ensure they are delivered directly to the Vatican: Cards to the Vatican, PO Box 13812, Freepost, Dublin 1.' On Thursday, Taoiseach Micheál Martin signed a book of condolence for Pope Francis at the residence of the Apostolic Nunciature in Dublin. Books of condolences are also open at St Mary's Pro-Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral, the Apparition Chapel in Knock, and St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh. The Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference said an online book of condolences on its website had gathered 600 signatures. 'This outpouring of affection is a true reflection of the kind of leader that Pope Francis was – a man who united people from all walks of life around the world,' it said. St Patrick's Cathedral will hold a memorial mass at 7pm on Thursday, with Archbishop Eamon Martin as the chief celebrant. Archbishop Martin, President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina, Taoiseach Mr Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris are all expected to attend the Pope's funeral on Saturday at 9am Irish time. Global leaders including British prime minister Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will also attend.
The Herald Scotland
24-04-2025
- Politics
- The Herald Scotland
Irish postal service offers to send cards to the Vatican for free
Thousands have stood in line for hours, sometimes overnight, in St Peter's Square at the Vatican to pay their respects to the late pontiff. Irish post offices had received queries from the public looking for advice about the correct address and stamp to use. In response, Irish postal service An Post said it would offer the service for free and send cards to the Vatican in one batch in three weeks. An Post said: 'Cards may be posted to the following PO box for free until May 14 and An Post will ensure they are delivered directly to the Vatican: Cards to the Vatican, PO Box 13812, Freepost, Dublin 1.' On Thursday, Irish premier Micheal Martin signed a book of condolence for Pope Francis at the residence of the Apostolic Nunciature in Dublin. Books of condolences are also open at St Mary's Pro-Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral, the Apparition Chapel in Knock, and St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh. An Post will deliver Mass and sympathy cards to the Vatican free of your card to:⁰Cards to the Vatican, PO Box 13812, FREEPOST, Dublin 1⁰Available until May 14 for those wishing to pay respects to the late Pope Francis. — An Post (@Postvox) April 24, 2025 The Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference said an online book of condolences on its website had gathered 600 signatures. 'This outpouring of affection is a true reflection of the kind of leader that Pope Francis was – a man who united people from all walks of life around the world,' it said. St Patrick's Cathedral will hold a memorial mass at 7pm on Thursday, with Archbishop Eamon Martin as the chief celebrant. Archbishop Martin, President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina, Taoiseach Mr Martin and Tanaiste Simon Harris are all expected to attend the Pope's funeral on Saturday at 9am Irish time. Global leaders including British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will also attend.
Western Telegraph
24-04-2025
- General
- Western Telegraph
Irish postal service offers to send cards to the Vatican for free
The 88-year-old, who died on Easter Monday, has been dubbed by some as the 'people's pope', having spoken out for the poor and those in need and shunned many of the extravagances that come with papal life. Thousands have stood in line for hours, sometimes overnight, in St Peter's Square at the Vatican to pay their respects to the late pontiff. Irish post offices had received queries from the public looking for advice about the correct address and stamp to use. In response, Irish postal service An Post said it would offer the service for free and send cards to the Vatican in one batch in three weeks. An Post said: 'Cards may be posted to the following PO box for free until May 14 and An Post will ensure they are delivered directly to the Vatican: Cards to the Vatican, PO Box 13812, Freepost, Dublin 1.' On Thursday, Irish premier Micheal Martin signed a book of condolence for Pope Francis at the residence of the Apostolic Nunciature in Dublin. Books of condolences are also open at St Mary's Pro-Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral, the Apparition Chapel in Knock, and St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh. An Post will deliver Mass and sympathy cards to the Vatican free of your card to:⁰Cards to the Vatican, PO Box 13812, FREEPOST, Dublin 1⁰Available until May 14 for those wishing to pay respects to the late Pope Francis. — An Post (@Postvox) April 24, 2025 The Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference said an online book of condolences on its website had gathered 600 signatures. 'This outpouring of affection is a true reflection of the kind of leader that Pope Francis was – a man who united people from all walks of life around the world,' it said. St Patrick's Cathedral will hold a memorial mass at 7pm on Thursday, with Archbishop Eamon Martin as the chief celebrant. Archbishop Martin, President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina, Taoiseach Mr Martin and Tanaiste Simon Harris are all expected to attend the Pope's funeral on Saturday at 9am Irish time. Global leaders including British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will also attend.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Irish postal service offers to send cards to the Vatican for free
Ireland's postal service is offering to send mass or sympathy cards to the Vatican for free for people who wish to pay their respects to Pope Francis. The 88-year-old, who died on Easter Monday, has been dubbed by some as the 'people's pope', having spoken out for the poor and those in need and shunned many of the extravagances that come with papal life. Thousands have stood in line for hours, sometimes overnight, in St Peter's Square at the Vatican to pay their respects to the late pontiff. Irish post offices had received queries from the public looking for advice about the correct address and stamp to use. In response, Irish postal service An Post said it would offer the service for free and send cards to the Vatican in one batch in three weeks. An Post said: 'Cards may be posted to the following PO box for free until May 14 and An Post will ensure they are delivered directly to the Vatican: Cards to the Vatican, PO Box 13812, Freepost, Dublin 1.' On Thursday, Irish premier Micheal Martin signed a book of condolence for Pope Francis at the residence of the Apostolic Nunciature in Dublin. Books of condolences are also open at St Mary's Pro-Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral, the Apparition Chapel in Knock, and St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh. St Patrick's will also hold a memorial mass at 7pm on Thursday, with Archbishop Eamon Martin as the chief celebrant. Archbishop Martin, President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina, Taoiseach Mr Martin and Tanaiste Simon Harris are all expected to attend the Pope's funeral on Saturday. Global leaders including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will also attend.
