Archbishop Martin calls for prayers and support for a peaceful resolution to complex Garvaghy Road situation

Archbishop Eamon Martin, Archbishop of Armagh, has appealed for prayer, calm and a peaceful response following recent developments concerning the Garvaghy Road.

In a statement, Archbishop Eamon acknowledged the anxiety and painful memories which the present situation may evoke for many people, and called for support for lawful and democratic means of addressing what he described as a deeply complex and emotive situation.

Statement by Archbishop Eamon Martin

“I am deeply saddened that the people of the Garvaghy Road, and of our wider society, find themselves, once again, facing a moment of such tension, fear and uncertainty. My first thoughts are with those for whom this situation brings back deeply traumatic and painful memories.

“I share the sense of shock and disappointment of so many people at recent developments.

“This weekend, I ask for prayers throughout our parishes for a calm and peaceful response from everyone involved. I also appeal for support for the patient use of solely lawful and democratic processes to resolve this deeply complex and emotive situation.”

+ Archbishop Eamon Martin
Archbishop of Armagh, Primate of All Ireland