13 men are set to begin their priesthood studies this autumn.
The Catholic priesthood is now in a better place than it was 25 years ago - despite falling numbers in Irish seminaries, according to a Laois priest.
Only 13 men are beginning their studies for the priesthood this autumn.
Fr Paddy Byrne, Parish Priest in Abbeyleix, says the decline in numbers is not surprising; but there have been positive changes also:
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