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PROGRAMME ONE

A CHURCH IS BUILT

This film shows the construction of The Church of the Redeemer in Dundalk, designed by architect Frank Corr, from the discussion of the first plans to the blessing of the finished building. With contributions from religious artists Ray Carroll, Imogen Stuart, and Oisín Kelly.
Dir. Radharc. 27 mins, Ireland, 1969, Digital

PROGRAMME TWO

CHURCHES FOR OUR CHILDREN

Documenting the vigorous wave of Catholic Church building in Ireland in the ‘60s and ‘70s, this film shows Church authorities faced with the problem of finding ten million pounds over ten years to build churches and schools in new suburban parishes including Raheny, Blanchardstown, and Darndale.
Dir. Radharc. 26 mins, Ireland, 1974, Digital

Notes by Sunnivia O’Flynn.