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Category: DIOCESAN NEWS

Reflection #2 for Lent is on Wednesday at 1.30

March 1, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Stop for a short while! Check in and reflect. Wednesday lunchtime. Or watch back later when it suits. It will

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Cork footballer shines a light on Lent

February 27, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Wednesday reflection will be available here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5cqvhBwBPTxHjFM3zgSiXA

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Turners Cross issues open invitation to online faith course

February 25, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Turners Cross Parish invites people to try Alpha with them on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm, from

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Lent Reflection on Wednesday Feb 24th

February 24, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

This is the first in a series of 15-minute prayerful reflections on Wednesdays at lunchtime during Lent.

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Hope as a ‘stepping stone’ for Lent – a reflection online

February 22, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

This is the first in a series of 15-minute prayerful reflections on Wednesdays during Lent. Tune in from home, from

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Trócaire – the Irish Catholic development agency – poses challenging questions for all of us this Lent

February 20, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Find more resources at https://www.trocaire.org/our-work/working-in-ireland/parishes/resources/

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Kinsale parish launches book club to read Pope’s book on environment

February 18, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Why have Pope Francis and other world leaders declared a climate emergency? Join us through Lent to explore what is

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For Lent 2021, ‘touch your foot against a stone’

February 18, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Lent 2021 is going to be different! We’ve a lot given up and our footing has become uncertain. To help

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List of local churches that broadcast Mass online

February 18, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Click the name of the church to go to their webcam service. (May be switched off outside of Mass times.)

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Prayer with ashes on Ash Wednesday

February 17, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

This year, the placing of blessed ashes on the foreheads of people is not being done in churches on Ash

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Ash Wednesday in pandemic

February 13, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

This year, instead of people having blessed Ashes placed on their foreheads by a priest on Ash Wednesday (Feb 17th), the Diocese

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A prayer from behind the mask

February 13, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

On Feb 11th, 2021, Bishop Fintan Gavin celebrated Mass for World Day of the Sick at the Mercy University Hospital,

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Mass for World Day of the Sick from the Mercy University Hospital.

February 11, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Mass was live-streamed on Thurs Feb 11th at 12noon. You can see the recording of the Mass above.

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Invitation to join Bishop Fintan for Mass for World Day of the Sick on 11th

February 6, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Click this link to join the Mass

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Mass for World Day of the Sick to be live streamed from Mercy Hospital on 11th

February 5, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

On World Day of the Sick which is celebrated on the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, Bishop Fintan Gavin

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Join Bishop Fintan at Cork Poor Clare Sisters’ Monastery for Evening Prayer

February 2, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Click here to join the Evening Prayer at the Poor Clares for the Day for Consecrated Life

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Bishop Fintan, Poor Clare Sisters and Dominicans lead prayers on Tues 2nd online

January 29, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Day for Consecrated Life celebrates the commitment of the women and men who have devoted their lives to service

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Bishops restate guidance for Catholic Funerals

January 28, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Following a meeting of the Catholic bishops of the Cashel province, the bishops restated the guidance relating to Catholic funerals.

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Death of Canon Michael Crowley, retired priest

January 27, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

The death has occurred of Canon Michael Crowley, retired Parish Priest of Ballinlough Parish, Cork. A native of Ovens Parish,

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Death of Bishop Pádraig O’Donoghue

January 24, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Diocesan Office has announced the death of the late Bishop Pádraig O’Donoghue, Bishop Emeritus of Lancaster Diocese and a

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Catholic Schools Week underlines faith and resilience of Catholic Schools

January 24, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

As we live through an unprecedented time, we can ask questions like ‘Will things ever be the same again?’, ‘When

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Priests trained to anoint using PPE

January 15, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Covid19 pandemic has limited the number of priests available to anoint the sick and dying across the diocese. As

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Monday 18th is start of Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

January 15, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

The ‘Week of Prayer for Christian Unity’ approaches and begins Monday next, January 18th and ends on January 25th, the

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RTE Mass on Sunday 17th is from Cork

January 14, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

The televised Mass on Sunday next Jan 17th is from the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork. Bishop

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Bishop Fintan: ‘I feel a sense of shame and embarrassment’

January 13, 2021 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin, Bishop of Cork and Ross, issues the following statement on the Publication of the Report of the

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Joint Christmas Message from the Bishops of Cork

December 18, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

When we wished you a Happy Christmas this time last year and all of us were looking forward to that

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Bishop blesses re-opened ‘non-shakey’ City bridge

December 17, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

A city bridge which was closed for essential repairs was re-opened today to pedestrians. Daly’s Bridge (the Shakey Bridge) over

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Seniors have treats delivered by bishop-on-wheels

December 17, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

St Mary’s Senior Citizens Club in Knocknaheeny/Hollyhill would be having their Christmas Party this week. However, members have been cocooning

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Bishop Fintan Gavin’s Message for Christmas 2020 — part 3 on Faith

December 16, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan’s message centres on ‘Three Foundations of Hope: Family, Friends and Faith.’ This third short video of three focuses

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Bishop Fintan Gavin’s Message for Christmas – part 2: Friends

December 15, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

This short video recording focuses on his message about Friends. The complete text of the pastoral message is here.

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Bishop Fintan Gavin’s Message for Christmas 2020 – Part 1

December 14, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan’s message centres on ‘Three Foundations of Hope – Family, Friends and Faith.’ This short video recording focuses on

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See the Diocese-wide Carol Service streamed from the Cathedral

December 13, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

With church choirs silenced by Covid19, parish Christmas Carol Services cannot be held. This unique service uses webcam technology to

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Bishop Fintan’s Christmas Pastoral Message

December 13, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Download and read the full text of Bishop Fintan Gavin’s Pastoral Message for Christmas 2020.

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Join the online Carol Service on Sunday 13th at 7.30pm

December 11, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS
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Bishop Fintan’s Virtual Visit to schools for Christmas

December 11, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has been unable to visit schools since the Covid19 pandemic began. In a unique virtual visit, the

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Mass with congregation resumes Tues 1st

November 29, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Following the government announcement that all parts of the country will move to Level 3 restrictions with modifications from Tuesday

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Home prayers for Advent and Christmas 2020

November 24, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Season of Advent begins on Sunday November 29th this year. It’s a time of preparing for and looking forward

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Diocese hosts two NET groups in outreach to young people

November 20, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin is pictured meeting with a NET Ministries Team (National Evangelisation Teams) of five young people – Joseph,

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SVP Cork’s draw for car goes online this Christmas

November 19, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

With over 200 calls for help to St. Vincent de Paul Cork each day, this year’s Annual Car Draw is

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Cork’s two bishops pray for Covid-19 victims

November 7, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

A new Votive Candle Globe and Memorial to those who have died of Covid-19 was dedicated at St. Finbarre’s Cathedral,

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Sunday’s TV Mass from Cork

November 6, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The televised Mass on Sunday next is from the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork. Bishop Fintan Gavin

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Bishop dedicates November as a month of Prayer and Remembrance

November 1, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Joe Kavanagh and Lady Mayoress, Stephanie Kavanagh, represented the people of Cork when they attended

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November to be dedicated as month of prayer and remembrance

October 28, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

A service of prayers to dedicate the month of November as a time of Prayer and Remembrance for those who

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Parishes go online to meet and plan funding

October 22, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Members of Parish Finance Committees and priests across the diocese are attending online webinars about sustaining parish finances in the

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Parishes prepare for Level-5

October 21, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

As parish communities prepare for the change to Level-5 restrictions, Bishop Fintan Gavin has advised that while there are no

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Who will pray for the dead this year?

October 20, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Because of Covid-19, parishioners and relatives will not be able to attend Masses and prayer services which are celebrated annually

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Mission Sunday is online this year but needs are greater

October 17, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

This Sunday is World Missions Sunday – a day to pray for, support and be mindful of our call from

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Safeguarding Newsletter offers updates and resources

October 14, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The month of October has always been the safeguarding month in the Diocese but how it is marked this year

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Level 3 restrictions and parishes

October 6, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to priests of the diocese regarding the new restrictions. Following the government announcement yesterday evening

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Pope Francis publishes encyclical letter on feast of St Francis of Assisi

October 4, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Pope Francis took the name ‘Francis’ to connect with St. Francis of Assisi – the 12th/13th century saint who proposed

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Bishop’s visit to Ss Peter and Paul’s Parish

October 4, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

On his first pastoral visit to Ss. Peter and Paul’s Parish, Cork, Bishop Fintan Gavin was presented with a spiritual

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Establishment of the Office for Mission and Ministry

October 1, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin issued the following message to the diocese today. As part of the initial strategic changes in the

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Gougane Barra pilgrimage Mass online only

September 24, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

everyone is invited to join online in prayer with Bishop Fintan Gavin as he celebrates Mass at the Oratory in

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Bishops visits Barryroe parish

September 14, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin continues his pastoral visits to the parishes of the diocese and this weekend celebrated Mass in Barryroe

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How are world’s poor coping with climate change?

September 10, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS
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Preparing for Confirmation

September 7, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

These videos and document resources will help families, candidates for the sacrament, teachers and parishes to prepare for the celebration

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Preparing for First Confession and First Holy Communion

September 7, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

In this three part series, Eleanor and Johanna along with Fr Chris help children prepare to celebrate Reconciliation and Holy

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‘Season of Creation’ begins

September 1, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The ‘Season of Creation’ is kept from September 1st (World Day of Prayer for Creation) to October 4th (the feast

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Bishop Fintan shows solidarity and support after storms during Bantry visit

August 30, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

During a visit to Bantry Parish on Sunday during which Bishop Fintan celebrated Mass in the parish church, he told

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As schools reopen, Bishop Fintan writes to boards and principals of Catholic schools

August 27, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

As schools across the diocese are reopening after the Covid19 lockdown, Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to the principal and

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Death of Mons. Leonard O’Brien, PE Clonakilty

August 27, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Mons. Leonard O’Brien PE, retired parish priest of Clonakilty peacefully returned to the Lord yesterday evening. Mons. Leonard served as

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Parishes seek online donations to offset Covid19 losses

August 24, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Eight parishes across the diocese are the first to provide a secure online donation facility on their websites and social

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Bishop asks people to wear face covering in church

August 21, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has asked people attending church in the Diocese of Cork and Ross to wear a face covering.

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Bishop Fintan visits Crosshaven Parish

August 10, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan continues his pastoral visits to parishes of the diocese and celebrated Mass in Crosshaven parish on Sunday. He

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Bishop Fintan announces diocesan appointments

August 4, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

On August 4th, the feast day of St John Vianney, the Curé d’Ars, patron of parish priests, Bishop Fintan Gavin

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Bishop Fintan visits St. Joseph’s, Mayfield.

August 4, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin continued his pastoral visits to the parishes of the diocese on Sunday when he visited St. Joseph’s

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Three new video resources for preparing for Confirmation

July 31, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Online resources are being made available to young people, families, teachers and parishes to prepare for the Confirmation ceremonies that

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City Mayor pays courtesy visit to Bishop Fintan

July 28, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Joe Kavanagh, accompanied by his wife Stephanie, paid a courtesy visit to the Cathedral

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Mahon Parish says farewell to Assumption Sisters

July 27, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

This week Holy Cross Parish, Mahon, Cork, says a fond farewell to the Little Sisters of the Assumption who have

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Bishop visits Curraheen parish in Cork

July 23, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin paid a pastoral visit to Curaheen Parish on Sunday July 19th. This was the Bishop’s first visit

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Cathedral choir member sings a ‘Blessing For Cork’ dedicated to patients and staff in hospitals

July 17, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Cork teacher and choir member Susan Ormond has adapted a national choirs’ initiative during Covid19 and given it a purely

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Bishop visits Bandon Parish for first public Sunday Mass

July 14, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin paid a pastoral visit to Bandon Parish on Sunday where he celebrated the parish’s first Sunday Masses

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Bishop of Cork & Ross congratulates Taoiseach Micheál Martin on his election

June 27, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin issues the following statement as Deputy Micheál Martin becomes Taoiseach. On behalf of the people, priests and

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Bishop Fintan welcomes people’s return to Mass with video highlighting safety

June 26, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Introducing a short video about the return to Mass and other sacraments on June 29th, Bishop Fintan acknowledges that we

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Churches planning for Mass with congregations from June 29th

June 25, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

On Monday June 29th, the first scheduled Masses with a congregation will be celebrated in churches across the diocese. However,

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Pray a Spiritual Pilgrimage from Cork and Ross to Lourdes

June 12, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

From as far back as the nineteenth century, the Church instituted the practice of making a spiritual pilgrimage for all

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Bishops issue guidance for return to Mass on June 29th

June 9, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

In recent days, the government has announced that places of worship can open ‘with precautions’ from 29th June.   The

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Updated Funeral guidelines

June 6, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has updated the diocesan guidelines for funerals in a letter to priests of the diocese. Funeral Masses

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Five years after Pope’s letter on environment we are called to prayer

May 22, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin will lead the people of the Diocese of Cork and Ross in prayer at the conclusion of

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Churches across diocese open for personal prayer

May 11, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Churches in the Diocese of Cork and Ross will once again be opened for personal prayer from Monday May 18th

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Thursday May 14th called ‘Day of Prayer for Humanity’

May 9, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Faith leaders across the globe are making a call to people of all faiths to join in a Day of

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Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes

April 30, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

It is with great regret that we announce that the Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes on the 12th

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A priest shepherds with the Lord and finds the Lord

April 28, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

When Jesus scanned the countryside looking for an image to help people understand God, he spotted sheep and lambs in

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Kinsale Carmelites offer Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel

April 26, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Catholic devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel is centred on prayer for protection. Bishop Fintan Gavin will be

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Pope Francis: ‘Let us pray together to Our Lady in May’

April 26, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Pope Francis has composed two prayers to Our Lady and asks us to to pray them with him, especially during

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All First Holy Communions and remaining Confirmations postponed

April 24, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to all the school pupils who are due to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation and

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Families and schools continue children’s faith education

April 23, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Schools are closed but teachers and parents are collaborating to find new ways to continue to educate and develop children.

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Fr. Con featured on Elaine Show

April 21, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Fr. Con Cronin has spoken on television about the challenges and the positives of being cocooned. Passage West based Fr.

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Bishop tells hospital staff ‘You are the hope, the light and joy for so many people’

April 20, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

On the day when the Gospel at Mass includes the well-known verse that ‘God loved the world so much that

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Death of Fr Michael O’Donovan PE

April 11, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Fr. Michael O’Donovan PE, retired parish priest of Caheragh has died. A native of Skibbereen, Fr. O’Donovan was ordained a

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Prayer Guide for Holy Saturday – while we wait

April 11, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Holy Saturday is a day of patient waiting when we, as Church together, prayerfully reflect on the passion and death

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Prayer Guide for home and online on Good Friday

April 10, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Good Friday is the Christian Community’ most solemn day as we mark in prayer the suffering, self-giving and death of

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How to pray your way through Holy Week at home

April 3, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

For the first time in living memory most people will not be able to go to their local church for

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Updated guidance regarding funerals in Cork and Ross

April 2, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has provided the following guidance regarding funerals in the Diocese of Cork and Ross during the Covid-19

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Death of Canon Denis Keane

March 31, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Canon Denis Keane, a retired priest of the Diocese of Motherwell, Scotland died on March 29th in Clonakilty Community Hospital.

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Harbour parishes’ podcasts create bridge in Covid19

March 29, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The clergy of the Harbour Parishes (Monkstown and Passage West) have come up with a novel way of connecting with

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Pope to lead worldwide prayer on Friday at 5pm

March 26, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Pope Francis will lead an extraordinary global celebration of prayer on Friday 27th March at 5pm (Irish time) in Rome.

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Pope Francis calls for prayer across the world on Wed 25th

March 23, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Pope Francis has appealed to people to join him in a worldwide moment of prayer on Wednesday as the world

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Bishop Fintan addresses priests using technology

March 23, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

In a first for the diocese, Bishop Fintan Gavin has addressed the priests of the diocese in an online video

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Pray together for Our Lady’s help

March 20, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Archbishop Eamon Martin, President of the Irish Bishops’ Conference, is inviting priests and bishops to join with him, after the

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Lord Mayor and two bishops send message of support for St. Patrick’s Day

March 17, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Today at the Cathedral fo St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork, Cllr John Sheehan, Lord Mayor of Cork, Bishop Paul

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Praying through the pandemic

March 16, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

This is an occasion for all of us – especially in families – to pray more intensely for each other

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Shared Message for St. Patrick’s Day of Civic and Spiritual Solidarity from Cork’s civic and religious leaders

March 16, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Cork’s civic and religious leaders will address a shared message of civic and spiritual solidarity and support to the people

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Weekday Masses discontinued after Monday March 16th

March 15, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to all priests in the diocese requesting “that the celebration of a public mass with

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Join Bishop Fintan for St. Patrick’s Day Mass via webcam at the Cathedral

March 15, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin will preside at Mass at the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork on Tuesday March

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Bishop Fintan issues temporary norms with regard to weekend Masses

March 12, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to priests of the Diocese of Cork and Ross with norms to be effected in

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Irish Bishops’ update (March 12) in relation to Covid-19 special measures

March 12, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Please see below further advice published on behalf of the Irish Episcopal Conference by Archbishop Eamon Martin, Archbishop Diarmuid Martin,

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Irish Bishops issue statement on Covid-19 / Coronavirus

March 11, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

At the conclusion of the meeting of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference, the bishops have issued a detailed statement on

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Plans for revitalised Cork City Procession announced

March 8, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

This year’s Procession with the Blessed Sacrament in Cork will not go through the main thoroughfare of the city for

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Chaplain Appointed to Ukranian Catholic Community

March 5, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Fr Irineu Kraiczyi has been appointed as Curate in Douglas Parish serving the growing needs of an expanding community with

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Make Lourdes possible!

March 5, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

A lot of people would love the opportunity to visit Lourdes, France — a place of pilgrimage, peace and healing

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Rite of Election of Catechumens 2020

March 2, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

On Saturday evening last, the Vigil of the First Sunday of Lent, Bishop Fintan Gavin presided at the Rite of

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First Ceremony in Diocesan Confirmation Programme

February 27, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin, celebrated his first parish Confirmation in the diocese when pupils from Scoil Éanna, Scoil Mhuire Girls Junior

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Clergy Meeting is part of Diocese-wide Programme

February 26, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan continues to meet many people and groups in the diocese to listen to their experience and to get

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Winter Flu Guidance

February 26, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Guidance for parishes in the case of seasonal flu or in the event of a more serious epidemic circulating are

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Bishop Fintan Visits Farranree Parish

February 26, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan made a pastoral visit to Farranree Parish on February 22nd and 23rd last. He was warmly welcomed at

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Bishop Fintan’s first visit to Douglas Parish.

February 9, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Braving the winds and rain of Storm Ciara, Bishop Fintan Gavin made a visit to the Parish of Douglas and

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Bishop’s first visit to Bantry Parish

February 4, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan made a pastoral visit to Bantry Parish for the first time on last weekend. He celebrated Mass and

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Day for Consecrated Life marked by Bishop with hundreds of religious

February 2, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Committing one’s whole life to the things of God is a radical challenge in a culture that finds life-long commitment

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Bishop Fintan encourages Lourdes pilgrimage helpers

January 28, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

On Friday, the 24th of January, the helpers from the Lourdes pilgrimage were with Bishop Fintan for Mass and a

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Pastoral Visit to Murragh & Templemartin Parish

January 27, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan made a pastoral visit to Murragh & Templemartin Parish in West Cork over the weekend of 18th &

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Presentation Family Welcomes Bishop Fintan

January 20, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Leadership, Education and Formation Project (L.E.A.F.) welcomed Bishop Fintan at Mardyke House on Tuesday, 14th of January. It was

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New Director of Vocations Appointed

January 20, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has appointed Fr. Cian O’Sullivan CC Ballincollig as the new Director of Vocations in the Diocese of

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Resources for Preparing Confirmation Ceremonies 2020 (updated)

January 15, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

Resources for the celebration of Confirmation in parishes are now available here. (A short video offering guidance about the Rite

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Death of Fr Eddie Collins, CC Clonakilty

January 5, 2020 DIOCESAN NEWS

The death has occurred of Fr Eddie Collins, CC, Clonakilty. Fr Collins was a native of Barryroe Parish and was

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Death of Fr. Peter Queally C.S.Sp.

December 30, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Fr. Peter Queally C.S.Sp. returned to the Lord on Sunday morning December 29th 2019. Fr. Peter has faithfully celebrated Mass

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Joint Christmas Message by Cork’s two bishops

December 19, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

When we look around us in these days it is easy to know Christmas is approaching! The sights and sounds

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Review of Safeguarding in the Diocese of Cork and Ross

November 29, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Diocese of Cork and Ross has invited the National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland

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Dates of 2020 summer pilgrimage to Lourdes announced

November 17, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Fintan Gavin has announced that the June 2020 pilgrimage from the diocese to Lourdes will take place from Friday

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New awards to encourage social action and parish links by young people

November 14, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

An awards scheme has been launched in the Diocese of Cork and Ross which will recognise the social action of

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Catechists to support faith education in parishes

November 11, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Twenty new Parish Catechists have recently completed a two-year study course for the Certificate in Catechesis awarded by the UK-based

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Bishop celebrates his first Station Mass in Enniskeane

October 31, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

A family in Enniskeane Parish had a surprise guest when they hosted their Autumn Station Mass. Bishop of Cork and

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Bishop, parishioners and priests mark milestone at Canovee

October 28, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Addressing the congregation in a packed Canovee Church in Kilmurry parish to mark the 150th anniversary of the building of

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Bishop Gavin calls for state support for Novartis employees

October 26, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

Following the announcement on Wednesday by Novartis, which is based at Ringaskiddy, Co Cork, Bishop Fintan Gavin made a pastoral

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Bishop Fintan leads prayers at Lourdes for deceased homeless Cork man

October 13, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop of Cork and Ross Most Reverend Fintan Gavin has expressed his prayerful support for the family and friends of

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Mass at Lourdes Grotto is pilgrimage highlight

October 13, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The highlight of the concluding day of the Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes is the celebration of Mass

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Day 2 of Lourdes pilgrimage has moments of healing

October 12, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Cork and Ross Autumn Pilgrimage to Lourdes continued on Saturday October 12th.  The day began with Mass and Anointing

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Bishop leads pilgrims on weekend pilgrimage to Lourdes

October 11, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

One hundred and forty people of all ages have joined Bishop Fintan Gavin on a pilgrimage to the Marian Shrine

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Launch of Pope John Paul II award for young people

October 11, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Bishop Fintan Gavin will launch the beginning of the Pope John Paul II awards for young people in the Diocese

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Cork Scripture Group: Matthew’s Gospel The Prophecy Fulfilled

October 2, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

7.30 p.m. – 9.30 p.m.   Monday nights beginning Monday October 7th 2019SCALA Centre [Entrance directly opposite Blackrock Castle]. 7th October

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Pope Francis greets Bishop Gavin at Vatican

September 13, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Pope Francis greets Bishop Fintan Gavin.

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Confirmation Schedule 2020

September 11, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Gavin has finalised the Confirmation Schedule for Spring 2020. Confirmation ceremonies will commence on Thursday, February 27th 2020. Please

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Safeguarding Conference

September 9, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

EVENING SAFEGUARDING CONFERENCE Maple Suite Rochestown Park Hotel Wednesday 9th October 2019 Finger Food Tea/ Coffee from 6.30 pm. Start:

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Gougane Sunday – Annual Pilgrimage to Honour St. Finbarr

September 8, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The feast day of St. Finbarr, Patron Saint of the Diocese of Cork, is celebrated on the 25th of September.

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Bishop leads devotions at Lee Road Shrine

August 19, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Mary, the Mother of Jesus, shows us our ultimate destiny, Bishop Fintan Gavin told the congregation at the annual devotions

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Lord Mayor’s Visit

July 24, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr John Sheehan paid a courtesy visit to Bishop Fintan Gavin recently.  Cllr Sheehan and Deputy

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Death of Canon Donal Linehan PE

July 22, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

Canon Donal Linehan, retired Parish Priest of Ballinora, peacefully returned to the Lord on Friday, July 19th, in Marymount Hospice

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Bishop Fintan visits the Pastoral Development Office

July 17, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development
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Bishop’s first visit to Skibbereen

July 7, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Following his episcopal ordination at the Cathedral in Cork on June 30th, Bishop Fintan Gavin visited the Cathedral in Skibbereen

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Texts from Bishop’s Ordination

July 4, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The texts from the Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Fintan Gavin at the Cathedral on Sunday June 30th, 2019 are available

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Images from Bishop Fintan Gavin’s Episcopal Ordination at the Cathedral

July 1, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS
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Cathedral ready for our next Bishop’s Ordination

June 29, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Cathedral of the Diocese is ready! Fr Fintan Gavin will be ordained bishop at the Cathedral of St. Mary

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Death of Canon Kieran Twomey, PP, Blackrock

June 28, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Canon Kieran Twomey, PP Blackrock, peacefully returned to the Lord on Thursday afternoon in Marymount Hospice in the presence of

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Fr Fintan Gavin talks about his Ordination as Bishop; John Casey talks about his closing hymn and see one of the choirs practise

June 25, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

(Click on the Play icon and then the Fullscreen icon at bottom right of the video to see it fullscreen.)

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All eyes on our Cathedral next Sunday

June 22, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS
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All ages getting ready for Ordination of new bishop

June 14, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The sacred music and song at the Ordination of the next bishop of the diocese will be lead by several groups of singers and musicians.

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The Cathedra

June 12, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Episcopal Ordination of Fr. Fintan Gavin will take place on Sun. Jun. 30th next.

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Episcopal Ordination of Fr. Fintan Gavin

June 5, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Preparations for the forthcoming Episcopal Ordination of Fr. Fintan Gavin are progressing smoothly. On the 30th of June the Ordination

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Pope Francis appoints Father Fintan Gavin as the new Bishop of Cork & Ross

June 3, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

His Holiness Pope Francis has appointed Father Fintan Gavin, Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Dublin, as the new Bishop of

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Living with Loss – Cork

May 29, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

The Irish Hospice Foundation in collaboration with local bereavement service organisations in Cork are hosting an evening in Cork city

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94th Cork Eucharistic Procession – Sunday 23rd June 2019

May 20, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

This year’s Eucharistic Procession will be held on Sunday 23rd June 2019. As you will be aware, the Eucharistic Procession

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Interested in priesthood in our diocese?

April 20, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

An afternoon for men who would like to know more about being a priest in our diocese – Sunday 12th

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Dawn Mass of the Resurrection – Kilcrea Abbey, Ovens

April 17, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Dawn Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at Kilcrea Abbey, Kilcrea, Ovens, on Easter Sunday morning, April 21st, at

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Bishop Elect Fr. Fintan Gavin – Announcement

April 10, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

                Bishop Elect. Fr.  Fintan Gavin addressing the congregation after concelebated Mass at the

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Speaking Notes of Bishop Elect Gavin

April 8, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

A very good morning!  It is difficult to express in words, the shock  and surprise I felt when the Papal

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Statement by Bishop John Buckley welcoming Bishop-elect Fintan Gavin to the Diocese of Cork & Ross

April 8, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

I warmly welcome Monsignor Fintan Gavin as our new Bishop and I am certain that the people of Cork will

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Archbishop Martin Congratulates Dublin priest appointed by Pope Francis as Bishop of Cork & Ross

April 8, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Archbishop of Dublin, Diarmuid Martin has extended warm congratulations to Fr. Fintan Gavin, whom Pope Francis today announced as

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Parish Baptism Preparation Teams

March 30, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Our annual gathering for all members of Parish Baptism Preparation Teams in the diocese will take place on Thursday 9th

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Cork Scripture Group Workshop – ‘Women in Luke’s Gospel’

March 13, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Women in Luke’s Gospel Presented by: Marian Mortell, Cork Scripture Group, West Cork Education Centre, Dunmanway 7.30 to 9.30 p.m. Thursday 28th March 2019

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Annual Ecumencial Service for ‘Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

March 10, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

The Annual Ecumencial Service for ‘Week of Prayer for Christian Unity’ will this year take place, on Sunday 19th May at 7.30pm

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Confirmation Schedule

March 1, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

Confirmation ceremonies in the diocese begin on Monday next, March 4th. Ceremonies begin at 10.30 am each day. To view

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How to Use the YOUCAT Series in Your Parish – An Introduction

February 28, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

We are offering a session to introduce the YOUCAT series to parishes – a keynote address followed by a practical

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Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse – Friday, 15th February

February 13, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

Candle of Atonement The Day of Prayer for Survivors of abuse takes place on Friday 15th February 2019. The following week bishops

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The Gospel of John: Reflecting on the Word made Flesh

February 12, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Gospel of John: Reflecting on the Word made Flesh Facilitators: Fr. John Newman and Pauline Byrne Dates: Mondays 4th,

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Encounters of Faith in the Gospels

February 6, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Over three sessions we will explore some of the Gospel encounters between Jesus and the people of his time who

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Feasts and Seasons – Music for the Liturgical Year

January 23, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

A workshop for singers, choirs, musicians and all who are interested in music in the liturgy with Dr John O’Keeffe,

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Alpha Course in Turner’s Cross

January 23, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Beginning on Wednesday 30th January for 10 successive Wednesday evenings from 7:30pm to 9:00pm in Turner’s Cross Parish Centre (located

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Launch of YOUCAT Companion

January 11, 2019 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

A study programme of 20 sessions,  the YOUCAT Companion, co-written by Rev. Dr. Sean Corkery and Ms. Mairín Ní Shúilleabháin will be

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Joint Christmas Message

December 19, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

Joint Christmas Message from the Bishops of Cork: The Most Reverend Dr John Buckley and the Right Reverend Dr Paul

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Thinking about priesthood?

November 30, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

An invitation to any man thinking about priesthood and would like to know more about the life of a diocesan priest

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Workshop for Choirs

October 26, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

A workshop for choir members, cantors, musicians and choir directors is being offered by Dom. Richard Purcell (Abbot of Mount

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Blessing of Graves 2018

October 26, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Saturday 3rd November Saint Oliver’s Cemetery – Mass at 2:00 pm Sunday 4th November Aglish after 9:30 am Mass in

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Ordination of John Guirey as a Permanent Deacon

October 26, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

Archbishop Patrick Coveney ordained John Guirey as a permanent deacon for the diocese on  Sunday 14th October in the Church

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Very Rev. Canon Liam Leader R.I.P.

October 19, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

We regret to announce the death of Very Rev. Canon Liam Leader, retired Parish Priest of St. Patrick’s Parish, Lower

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Cork and Ross Clergy Mark the Occasion of the Appointment of Bishop Tom Deenihan.

September 28, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

Cork and Ross clergy gathered this week to honour their priest colleague, Bishop Tom Deenihan, on his appointment as Bishop

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Confirmation Schedule 2019

September 12, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Buckley has finalised the Confirmation Schedule for Spring 2019. Confirmation ceremonies will commence on Monday, March 4th. To view

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Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Tom Deenihan

September 3, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Tom Deenihan took place in the Cathedral of Christ the King Mullingar on Sunday September

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Ballinhassig Woman Makes Solemn Profession in Glencairn

August 31, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

Sr. Liz Deasy, a native of Ballinhassig,  made her Solemn Monastic Profession on Tuesday 28th August in St. Mary’s Abbey,

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World Meeting of Families – thank you!

August 29, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

World Meeting of Families and Papal Visit 2018 Summary and Acknowledgement from the Diocese of Cork and Ross Three Years

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The Gospel of Luke: Portrait of a God of Compassion

August 24, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Gospel of Luke: Portrait of a God of Compassion Mondays 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd October 2018 from 7.30

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World Meeting of Families – Opening Ceremony in Cork and Ross

August 14, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

An invitation is extended to all parishioners of our Diocese to join with Bishop Buckley for the Opening Ceremony for

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Catechism of the Catholic Church Adult Studies

July 16, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

An adult study course of the Catechism of the Catholic Church will begin on: Monday 3rd of September in Brú

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Bishop Buckley Announces Clerical Changes

June 22, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop John Buckley has announced the following clerical appointments, effective June 29th, 2018: Canon Robert Brophy, PP, Togher to sabbatical

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Pope Francis appoints Canon Thomas Deenihan as the new Bishop of Meath

June 18, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

His Holiness Pope Francis has appointed the Very Reverend Canon Thomas Deenihan as the new Bishop of Meath. Canon Deenihan’s appointment

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Papal visit to Ireland for the World Meeting of Families

June 11, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

In this diocese all information, about the schedule of events and tickets, for those attending the World Meeting of Families

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General Data Protection Regulation – Diocesan Statement

May 24, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Data Protection and Privacy On Friday 25th May 2018 the European Union will begin enforcing new data protection legislation called

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Data Protection Officer – DPO

May 23, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

Dioceses of Cashel & Emly, Cork & Ross, Limerick, Cloyne, Kerry, Waterford & Lismore, and Killaloe Invite applications from suitably

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93rd Cork Eucharistic Procession – Sunday 3rd June 2018

May 23, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

This year’s Eucharistic Procession will be held on Sunday 3rd June 2018. As you will be aware, the Eucharistic Procession

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Pastoral Message on the Right to Life

May 23, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

Within days Ireland will be facing a Referendum to remove the right to life of the unborn from the Constitution. 

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Choirs for World Meeting of Families

May 9, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

An invitation was sent last week to all parishes in our Diocese inviting parish choirs to join the choir of

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Pastoral Letter on the Right to Life

April 16, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

The title “Mother” is possibly the most honoured title in the world.  Mothers are the most loved and respected in

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Diocesan Vocations Day

March 31, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

An invitation is extended to men who are interested in knowing more about being a priest in the Diocese of

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Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

March 31, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

There are a few places available for the Pilgrimage to the Holy Land from 11th to 19th November, 2018 flying

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Chrism Mass, Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne.

March 23, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

On Holy Thursday morning, March 29th, the priests of the diocese will renew their commitment to priesthood and invite the

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Fr. Jim Good R.I.P.

March 21, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

We regret to announce the death of Reverend Dr. Jim Good. Fr. Jim died in the early hours of Wednesday, March

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Aer Lingus/Tuskar Rock Crash Memorial Mass

March 16, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated, in the Church of the Assumption, Ballyphehane, Cork at 12.00 noon on Sunday 25th

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Two Lives, One Love – Pastoral Message for 2018 on the Right to Life

March 9, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

During their Spring General Meeting this week in Maynooth, the Bishops of Ireland reviewed their pastoral message Two Lives, One

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Encountering Family in the Gospel

March 7, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Three sessions where we will reflect on family life in the Gospels alongside the words of Pope Francis in Amoris

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STATEMENT RE: ICON PILGRIMAGE

February 28, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Cancellation of visit to St. Patrick’s Church, Bandon In the interest of safety, due to the Red Weather Alert, the

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World Meeting of Families Icon comes to Cork and Ross

February 16, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

On Thursday 22nd February we welcome the newly commissioned icon for the World Meeting of Families to our diocese for

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Lourdes Pilgrimage 2018

January 19, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Booking is now open for the 2018 Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes from the 11th to the 16th June.  To book

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Vocations to Priesthood

January 19, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

An opportunity to meet with other men interested in priesthood from across the Munster area – 23rd/24th February in Thurles.

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Vocations Afternoon – Poor Clare Monastery

January 12, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS

“Come and See” Vocations Afternoon Poor Clare Monastery, College Road, Cork. Saturday Feb. 10th   2 – 4.30 pm For young

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Young Adult helpers in Lourdes 2018

January 12, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Application forms are now available to young adults (18-25) who would like to join the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes this

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World Day of Migrants and Refugees

January 10, 2018 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

On Sunday next, January 14th, we mark World Day of Migrants and Refugees – the theme for this year is: “Welcoming,

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Joint Christmas Message from the Bishops of Cork: The Most Reverend Dr John Buckley and the Right Reverend Dr Paul Colton

December 20, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

Christmas 2017 As the season of Christmas approaches, we pray that God will bless the people of Cork during the

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Bishop Buckley launches new book…

December 4, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

On the First Sunday of Advent Bishop Buckley launched the new publication from Veritas – ’55 Ways to Connect with

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Vocation Discernment group

November 29, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Diocese of Cork and Ross Vocation Discernment for men aged 18 to 40 who are thinking about priesthood. Monthly gatherings

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Advent Prayer and Book Launch

November 29, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Veritas and the Pastoral Development Office invite you to join with them for Advent Prayer on Sunday 3rd December at

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Rosary on the Coast

November 20, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

On Sunday November 26th, the Feast of Christ the King, tens of thousands of Irish people will gather at 2.30

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The Gospel Call to Justice – Fr. Peter McVerry S.J.

November 17, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

Cork Scripture Group is pleased to announce a public workshop entitled ‘The Gospel Call to Justice’ presented by Fr. Peter

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Diocese of Cork and Ross – Vocation Discernment

November 9, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

Diocese of Cork and Ross Vocation Discernment for men aged 18 to 40 who are thinking about priesthood. Monthly gatherings will

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November Cemetery Prayers

October 31, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

The month of November is dedicated to praying for the Holy Souls. The Church has always taught us to pray

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Thank you from Trocaire

October 18, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

The very generous response from the people of the Diocese of Cork and Ross to the recent East Africa Church

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Having Faith in Families – Rev. Professor Eamonn Conway

October 4, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

Rev. Professor Eamonn Conway of Mary Immaculate College will give a talk entitled ‘Having Faith in Families’ on Sunday 15th

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Unfolding the Word – Love and the Family

October 4, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

Holy Cross Parish, Mahon are holding four nights on ‘Unfolding the Word – Love and the Family’ in the Parish

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Fr. Jeremiah Hyde R.I.P.

October 2, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

The death has occurred of Fr. Jeremiah Hyde. At the age of 94, Fr. Jerry Hyde was the oldest priest

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Cork Remembers the late Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O’Connor

September 22, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

There will be a Memorial Mass (Months Mind) for Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O’Connor in Christ the King Church, Turners Cross on

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Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate

September 4, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

Sunday 10th September. 2017 was an historic day for the Diocese of Cork and Ross. Frank McKevitt and David Lane were ordained

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Cork Scripture Group Autumn Module

September 4, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

For our instruction:  For our time. Paul’s Letter to the Christian Community in Rome Presented by: Mary T. Brien PVBM

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66th Annual Devotions at Lee Road Shrine

July 21, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

On Tuesday, 15th August next – the Feast of the Assumption – the Annual Devotions will take place at the

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St. John’s Cemetery Mass

July 14, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Uncategorized

The annual Mass in St. John’s Cemetery, Ballinrea will be celebrated on WEDNESDAY AUGUST 9TH at 7.30pm All are welcome (please bring

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Veneration of the Relic of St. Teresa of Calcutta in Cork

July 7, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

The veneration of the relic of St Teresa of Calcutta is taking place in many places around the country at

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Togher Church Celebration of the Centenary of the Apparitions at Fatima

July 3, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

This year the Church celebrates the anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady at Fatima in 1916/17. There will be

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Ordination of Rev Evin O’Brien

June 10, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Today in The Church of the Holy Cross, Mahon, Bishop John Buckley ordained Evin O’Brien to the priesthood for our

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Cemetery Mass, St. Michael’s, Blackrock

May 31, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

The Annual Mass of Remembrance at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Blackrock, will be celebrated on Wednesday 28th June at 7.00 pm 

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Church Music summer school

May 29, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Booking is now open for the Irish Church Music summer school to be held at Saint Patrick’s College, Maynooth in

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Cork Eucharistic Procession – Sunday, June 18th, 2017

May 15, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

This year’s Eucharistic Procession will be held on Sunday, 18th June 2017. As you will be aware, the Eucharistic Procession

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World Meeting of Families in our Diocese

April 26, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

On Thursday 4th May Bishop Buckley will launch the preparation programme for the parishes of our Diocese which will engage

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Priesthood – come and see afternoon

April 10, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

The Diocese invites men who are interested in knowing more about the priesthood in our Diocese and the training and

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Pope Francis seeks the views of young people on the Church today…

April 10, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Bishop Buckley invites young people from Cork and Ross to participate in this questionnaire from Pope Francis… Pope Francis has

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Lourdes Pilgrimage 2017

April 10, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

There is still availability on our Cork and Ross Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2017 from 11th to 16th June for pilgrims

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Visit of the Pilgrim Statue of Our Lady of Fatima

March 15, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

Diocese of Cork and Ross The Alliance of the Two Hearts (ATH)  Visit of the Pilgrim Statue of Our Lady

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LENT – OUR JOURNEY INTO GOD

March 15, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Parishes events

Two evenings with Anne Francis & Fr. Christy Fitzgerald, exploring our Lenten journey through the Word of God. Monday 20th

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Rite of Election 2017

March 15, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

On the first Sunday of Lent at the Vigil Mass in the Cathedral Bishop Buckley presided at the Rite of

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Chrism Mass

March 12, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Buckley will celebrate the Mass of the Chrism in the North Cathedral on Holy Thursday morning, April 13th. The

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World Meeting of Families

March 8, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

Today the National Committee of the World Meeting of Families have released a new promotional video towards Ireland hosting this

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The Gospel of Life

March 8, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

Parishioners from across the diocese are invited to join with us this Lent for four sessions to be offered in

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Lourdes – Young Adult Helpers

March 8, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS, Pastoral Development

We are seeking young adults, 18-30, who would like to join the Cork and Ross Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes from

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Fr. John Cotter RIP

February 3, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

The death has taken place of Fr. John Cotter, Pastor Emeritus of St. Patrick’s, Lower Road. Fr. John was a

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Priesthood – Come And See

February 3, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

An invitation to men aged 18 to 40 to a weekend of prayer and reflection on the vocation to the

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Irish Bishops Ad Limina Visit

February 3, 2017 DIOCESAN NEWS

Photograph taken this morning of the Irish Bishops with Mgr Gearoid Dullea, Secretary as they prepare to leave the Irish

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Rev. Edward Collins CC

October 1, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Parish Of Birth Barryroe Colleges Attended Collegium Canisianum, Innsbruck, Austria St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth Co Kildare, Ireland Details Of Ordination

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Annual Pilgrimage to Gougane Barra

September 12, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

The feast day of St. Finbarr, Patron Saint of the Diocese of Cork is celebrated on the 25th of September.

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Clerical Changes 2016

August 17, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop John Buckley has announced the following clerical changes in the Diocese of Cork and Ross effective from August 12th,

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65th Annual Devotions At Lee Road Shrine

July 13, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Lee Road Shrine On Monday, 15th August next, the Feast of the Assumption, the Annual Devotions will take place at

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Canon Of Lourdes Grotto

June 17, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Canon of the Grotto in Lourdes The Bishop of Lourdes, Nicolas Jean Rene Brouwet, has bestowed the title of Canon

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Ordination Of Rev. Pat Nugent

June 15, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Ordination of Fr. Pat Nugent Rev. Pat Nugent was ordained a priest of the diocese by Bishop Buckley on Saturday

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World Meeting Of Families Dublin 2018

May 25, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

World Meeting of Families This morning the date and theme for the IXth World meeting of families was announced at

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Evening Of Reflection

May 4, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Evening of Reflection An invitation is extended to all members of our Parish Baptism Preparation Teams, our Parish Catechists and

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World Communications Day 2016

May 4, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

World Day of Communications The 50th World Day of Social Communications Day will be formally celebrated on 8 May 2016

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RDS YOUTH GATHERING 2016

April 27, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

RDS Youth Gathering 2016 Last Tuesday 19 April, the RDS hosted a gathering of more than 500 Transition Year students

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Cork Eucharistic Procession 29th May 2016

April 20, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Cork Eucharistic Procession As you will be aware, the Eucharistic Procession is a significant part of Corks religious heritage. Corks

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Come And See Information Day For Priesthood In The Diocese Of Cork & Ross

April 8, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Vocations Afternoon The Annual Cork and Ross Vocations Information Day will be held on next Sunday April 17th at The

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Fr. Sean McCarthy R.I.P.

March 7, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Death of Fr. Sean McCarthy The death has taken place of Fr. Sean McCarthy, Pastor Emeritus of Enniskeane and Desertserges.

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Bishop Buckley Responds To Initiative Of Pope Francis

March 2, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

24 Hours with the Lord As part of the Year of Mercy Pope Francis has asked Bishops across the world

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Parish Catechists Receive Awards From Maryvale Institute

March 2, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Parish Catechists On Saturday last 25 students from the Diocese of Cork and Ross and 2 from the Diocese of

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Statement From Bishop Buckley On Election 2016

February 15, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Election 2016 The forthcoming General Election will be an important moment in Irish history. A right to vote is one

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Rediscovering Mercy Four Sessions In Partnership With Trocaire

February 10, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Rediscovering Mercy Rediscovering Mercy will explore the following themes: Monday 22nd February: rediscovering a personal experience of mercy Monday 29th

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Cardinal Murphy O’Connor Speaks On The Year Of Mercy

February 10, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Cardinal Murphy O’Connor speaks on the Year of Mercy The Pastoral Development Office have invited H.E. Cardinal Cormac Murphy-OConnor to

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Fitting Honour For Gougane Sacristan

January 15, 2016 DIOCESAN NEWS

Honour for Sheila O’Leary Sheila O’Leary retired sacristan of St. Finbarr’s Oratory, Gougane Barra was duly honured recently as a

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Opening Of The Holy Door

December 17, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Opening of the Holy Door On Saturday evening last at 6:30pm Bishop John Buckley opened the Holy Door for the

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Opening Of The Holy Door At St. Francis Church, Liberty Street.

December 9, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Holy Door Pope Francis pushed open the great bronze doors of St. Peter’s Basilica on Tuesday to launch his Holy

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Jubilee Year Of Mercy

December 2, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Year of Mercy Earlier this year, Pope Francis announced the Extraordinary Year of Mercy, beginning on December 8th, the Feast

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SONGS OF FAITH CONCERT

November 13, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Songs of Faith Concert Come and hear our young people sing and play their Songs of Faith on Sunday 22nd

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Grow In Love In-Service Training

November 4, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Launch of the New Curriculum ‘Grow in Love’ the new programme for teaching religion in our Catholic Schools has been

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Prayers And Blessing Of Graves

November 1, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Blessing of Graves The month of November is dedicated to praying for the Holy Souls. The Church has always taught

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New Heritage Wall At The Mercy University Hospital

October 9, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

New Heritage Wall at the Mercy Hospital On the 24th of September, the feast of Our Lady of Mercy, the

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Mass Of Thanksgiving – Saturday 10th October 6.00pm

October 2, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Thanksgiving Mass There will be a Mass of Thanksgiving in Christ the King Church, Turners Cross on Saturday 10th October.

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Grow In Love

September 28, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Grow in Love GROW IN LOVE is the new Primary School Religious Education programme which will begin to be used

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Annual Pilgrimage To Gougane Barra

August 25, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Annual Pilgrimage to honour St. Finbarr The feast day of St. Finbarr, Patron Saint of the Diocese of Cork is

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National Eucharistic Congress

August 14, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

National Eucharistic Congress KNOCK SHRINE 26th-27th September 2015 The Irish Church will celebrate a National Eucharistic Congress on the weekend

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64th Annual Devotions At Lee Road Shrine

July 22, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Lee Road Shrine On Saturday, 15th August next – the Feast of the Assumption – the Annual Devotions will take

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Death Of Cork Nun In Lourdes

June 24, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Death of Cork Nun The death took place recently in Lourdes of Sr Therese Marie O’Connell who spent fifty-seven years

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Cork And Ross Pilgrimage To Lourdes 2015

June 24, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Lourdes 2015 The annual Cork and Ross Pilgrimage to Lourdes took place from the 11th to the 16th June. The

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Ordination To Diaconate Of Rev. Pat Nugent

June 12, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Ordination to Diaconate of Rev. Pat Nugnet Rev. Pat Nugent, was ordained a deacon for the Diocese with nine of

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Cork And Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage To Lourdes

June 10, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Lourdes Pilgrimage On Thursday June 11th Bishop Buckley accompanied over 500 pilgrims on the annual diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes. The

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Cork Eucharistic Procession 2015

June 8, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Cork Eucharistic Procession 2015 Bishop Buckley welcomed the huge attendance at the Annual Eucharistic Procession in Cork held earlier today

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Cardinal Murphy O’Connor Memoirs

May 29, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Cardinal Murphy O’Connor Memoirs When John Henry Newman spoke of his hopes for the renewal of the Church, he imagined

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40th Padre Pio Mass In Enniskeane Church On 25th

May 21, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

This is the 40yj year in a row that Mass has been celebrated to mark Saint Padre Pio’s birthday. Enniskeane

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Cork Scripture Group Graduation

May 13, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Cork Scripture Group West cork Graduation Your Word, O Lord, is a lamp for my steps and a light for

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Thanksgiving Mass To Mark The Golden Jubilee Of The Foundation Of The Cork And Ross Mission In Peru.

May 13, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Thanksgiving Mass for Peru Mission On Wednesday, May 20th next, a Mass will be concelebrated at St. Patricks Church, Rochestown,

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Bishop Buckley Issues Pastoral Letter In The Context Of The Forthcoming Referendum

April 25, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Bishop Buckley writes that “Neither the Church nor the State invented marriage and neither can change its nature.” Most Reverend

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Canon Vincent Hodnett RIP

April 23, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Death of Fr. Vincent Hodnett The death has taken place of Canon Vincent Hodnett, PP The Lough Parish. Canon Vincent

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Celebrating And Praying For Vocations

April 17, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Celebrating Vocations Pope Francis has declared this year as the Year of Consecrated Life and we in Cork and Ross

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Cork And Ross Annual Pilgrimage To Lourdes 2015

March 23, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Annual Pilgrimage to Lourdes The Cork and Ross Annual Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from the 11th to the

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Annual Vocations Day

March 18, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Vocations Day The Annual Cork and Ross Vocations Information Day will be held at St. Dominic’s Retreat Centre, Ennismore, Montenotte,

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Gatherings For Parish Assemblies And Pastoral Councils

March 16, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Parish Assemblies The Pastoral Development Office is hosting three gatherings in the Diocese over three nights inviting all members of

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Chaplaincy For The Deaf

March 2, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Chaplaincy for the Deaf The National Chaplaincy for Deaf People (NCDP) aims to assist Deaf People and the Deaf Community

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Rite Of Election 2015

February 25, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

RCIA 2015 At the Vigil Mass of the First Sunday of Lent the Rite of Election was celebrated in the

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Reflection On Our Faith – Bandon Parish Assembly

February 18, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Reflection on our Faith in Lent Bandon Parish Assembly will host three evenings of ‘Reflection on our Faith’ during Lent.

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Cork & Ross Lourdes Pilgrimage 2015 Young Adult Helpers (18-30 Year Olds)

February 10, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Lourdes Young Adult Helpers Over the years Cork and Ross Lourdes Pilgrimage has extended a special invitation to Young Adults

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Is Jesus Calling You?

February 6, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Is Jesus Calling You?! Vocations Afternoon 1.30-4.30pm Saturday 14th February For women discerning a religious vocation Poor Clare Monastery College

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Celebrating The Year Of Consecrated Life In Cork And Ross

February 4, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Year of Consecrated Life On Monday 2nd February two members of each of the 31 Religious Orders, Congregations and Societies

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Cork Scripture Group Graduation

January 5, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Your Word, O Lord, is a lamp for my steps and a light for my path. Psalm 119:105 This is

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Cork Scripture Group Graduation

January 5, 2015 DIOCESAN NEWS

Your Word, O Lord, is a lamp for my steps and a light for my path. Psalm 119:105 This is

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