The Archdiocese of Dublin is presently a little overstretched in this typically busy season with confirmation which tends to run from March to May due to the illness of one of the auxiliary bishops, Fiachra Ó Ceallaigh (pic'd here).Seemingly, the bishop has been unwell for some time and when the archdiocese were contacted about a priest having to confer the sacrament of confirmation as the bishop was too unwell to be present, she denied it having happened.
However, it has happened and in a relatively recent time also, which is permitted under Canon Law (RC Church Law) if for some reason the bishop is not in a position to officiate. This also permits Monsignors to intercede and perform as it does priests.
We earnestly hope and pray for the bishop at this time and God speed his recovery.
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