What is this supposed to be, by the way? Is it a man holding a lamp? Or a lamp holding a man? I’ll put it next to the toilet – that’s where we keep all our best things.
[Pause. Looks around.]
I’d like to thank Bishop Brennan. Not for any particular reason – just in case he’s watching. [Looks around nervously.] No offence, Your Grace. Lovely vestments. Very... shiny. father ted acceptance speech script
Seriously, though – living on Craggy Island, you learn that small victories matter. Like getting the heating to work for more than an hour. Or convincing a visiting priest that you didn't accidentally start a small cult based on a misprinted hymn sheet. Again. What is this supposed to be, by the way
I’d also like to thank Mrs. Doyle. She’s not here because she insisted on staying behind to polish the tea cups. Even though the award ceremony has tea. She said, and I quote: "Ah no, Father, you never know when someone might drop by for a nice cuppa and a slice of sponge." So she’s at home. Polishing. For an event that hasn’t happened. That’s dedication. I’ll put it next to the toilet –