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Should pop songs be banned from church?

Church authorities in Poland have banned the song Perfect by Ed Sheeran from being performed at w...

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17.02 23 Jan 2026


Should pop songs be banned from church?


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17.02 23 Jan 2026


Church authorities in Poland have banned the song Perfect by Ed Sheeran from being performed at wedding ceremonies, saying that it is not in keeping with the sanctity of the liturgy. So, should pop songs be banned from Irish churches?

Joining Ciara to discuss is Father Joe McGrath, Mullahoran Parish Priest, Co Cavan.


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