Archbishop Martin in Notre Dame: 'I pray for people of France, and of Ireland'

Archbishop Martin in Notre Dame Cathedral image: CCO archive

Source: Irish Catholic Media Office

Representing the bishops and people of Ireland, and on the invitation of Archbishop Laurent Ulrich, Archbishop of Paris, the Primate of All Ireland, Archbishop Eamon Martin, yesterday attended the reopening Mass and ceremonies of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, following its devastating fire of 2019.

Speaking before the service, in the restored Cathedral, Archbishop Martin said: "Locus iste a Deo factus est, This place was made by God! Let us rejoice and be glad in it!"

Archbishop Martin continued, "Here in the Cathedral of Notre Dame, I thank God for those who helped save this 850-year-old cathedral from total destruction, and to all those whose talents and resources have helped to restore it. Praise God for the gifts of artists, craftspeople and musicians whose skills truly enhance our worship and lift our eyes up to the Transcendent.

"Today I am honoured to represent the bishops and people of Ireland, and am joined by bishops from Europe and by civic leaders from around the world.

"On this day of renewal, I pray for the Universal Church. I pray for the faith to grow stronger in Ireland, in France and everywhere - beginning in our own hearts. Notre Dame Our Lady, Mother of the Church, Pray for us.

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Notre Dame Cathedral official site: www.notredamedeparis.fr/en/