The Irish Ecclesiastical Record: January, 1881 (Classic Reprint)

Excerpt from The Irish Ecclesiastical Record: January, 1881

I have desired for many years to see a Bishop in the wild islands of the Hebrides, to instruct and form the priests, to settle disputes among the Catholics, and to administer the Sacraments of Orders and of Confirmation, distinguished in his preaching, in his life, in his manners, in his influence, and possessing the same authority as the Bishops of Ireland. I am aware that the scheme is opposed by many, from motives of private advantage, or from excess of timidity; but the glory of God, the public good, the custom' and the advancement of the Church, call for it. I know of no one better fitted for the office than the Prefect of the Franciscans in the Scotch Mission, in Whom all the characteristics of a good pastor are found.

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