Smoking and vaping are to be added to the Confirmation pledge next year.
Smoking and vaping are due to be included in the Confirmation pledge from next year.
The changes take effect next year and will be alongside the traditional promise of abstaining from drugs or alcohol.
It's also hoped it will help sixth class students engage with the church after the sacrament.
Father Paddy Byrne is the Parish Priest of Abbeyleix, Raheen and Ballinakill - he says local parishes are already trying to make it more relevant:
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