A meeting of the Diocesan Pastoral Council was held in Westbourne on Tuesday, 10th of December. The DPC is chaired by Denis Bates from Shannon and the secretary is Vonnie Dalton from Kinnitty. Each pastoral area has a representative on the council. Topics discussed included the National Synodal Assembly and the implications for the diocese, where we go next with the synodal pathway. There was a discussion on ministry in the diocese, ordained and lay ministry. Safeguarding, catechesis, communication, diocesan pastoral plan, youth ministry were also on the agenda. The next meeting is on Wednesday 9th of December. One of the proposals that emerged was the recommendation that a brief report might be available on line and for newsletters for those who might be interested.