The Archbishop of Dublin has told priests they have permission to hold Communions and Confirmations - despite public health advice.
Dermot Farrell says parishes should hold shorter and smaller ceremonies, if they decide to proceed with them.
Five bishops elsewhere in the country say they're going ahead with the services.
Junior Children's Minister, Anne Rabbitte, believes that breaks public health guidelines.
"I'm disappointed they're not showing more leadership. Covid doesn't need much to spread and unfortunately, gatherings after communions and confirmations - that's where it happens", she says.
