The following year he returned to Rome as Vice-rector ( 1980 -- 1987 ) and later rector ( 1987 -- 1993 ) of the Pontifical Irish College .
Fr Brady took a leading if often understated role in the practical planning of this historic visit .
The following year Fr Brady returned to Rome as Vice-rector ( 1980 -- 1987 ) and later rector ( 1987 -- 1993 ) of the Pontifical Irish College .
Fr Brady took a leading if often understated role in the practical planning of this historic visit .