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Particular attention should also be given to Eucharistic adoration, and in
every diocese there should be churches or chapels specifically devoted to this
purpose. I ask parishes, seminaries, religious houses and monasteries to or-
ganize periods of Eucharistic adoration, so that all have an opportunity to
take part. Through intense prayer before the real presence of the Lord, you
can make reparation for the sins of abuse that have done so much harm, at
the same time imploring the grace of renewed strength and a deeper sense of
mission on the part of all bishops, priests, religious and lay faithful.
I am confident that this programme will lead to a rebirth of the Church in
Ireland in the fullness of God's own truth, for it is the truth that sets us free.7
Furthermore, having consulted and prayed about the matter, I intend to
hold an Apostolic Visitation of certain dioceses in Ireland, as well as semin-
aries and religious congregations. Arrangements for the Visitation, which is
intended to assist the local Church on her path of renewal, will be made in
cooperation with the competent offices of the Roman Curia and the Irish
Episcopal Conference. The details will be announced in due course.
I also propose that a nationwide Mission be held for all bishops, priests
and religious. It is my hope that, by drawing on the expertise of experienced
preachers and retreat-givers from Ireland and from elsewhere, and by explor-
ing anew the conciliar documents, the liturgical rites of ordination and pro-
fession, and recent pontifical teaching, you will come to a more profound
appreciation of your respective vocations, so as to rediscover the roots of
your faith in Jesus Christ and to drink deeply from the springs of living water
that he offers you through his Church.
In this Year for Priests, I commend to you most particularly the figure of
Saint John Mary Vianney, who had such a rich understanding of the mystery
of the priesthood. "The priest", he wrote, "holds the key to the treasures of
heaven: it is he who opens the door: he is the steward of the good Lord; the
administrator of his goods." The Curé d'Ars understood well how greatly
blessed a community is when served by a good and holy priest: "A good
shepherd, a pastor after God's heart, is the greatest treasure which the good
Lord can grant to a parish, and one of the most precious gifts of divine
mercy." Through the intercession of Saint John Mary Vianney, may the
priesthood in Ireland be revitalized, and may the whole Church in Ireland
grow in appreciation for the great gift of the priestly ministry.
7 Cf. Jn 8:32.