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Cork footballer shines a light on Lent
The Wednesday reflection will be available here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5cqvhBwBPTxHjFM3zgSiXA
Turners Cross issues open invitation to online faith course
Turners Cross Parish invites people to try Alpha with them on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm, from
Lent Reflection on Wednesday Feb 24th
This is the first in a series of 15-minute prayerful reflections on Wednesdays at lunchtime during Lent.
Hope as a ‘stepping stone’ for Lent – a reflection online
This is the first in a series of 15-minute prayerful reflections on Wednesdays during Lent. Tune in from home, from
Trócaire – the Irish Catholic development agency – poses challenging questions for all of us this Lent
Find more resources at https://www.trocaire.org/our-work/working-in-ireland/parishes/resources/
Kinsale parish launches book club to read Pope’s book on environment
Why have Pope Francis and other world leaders declared a climate emergency? Join us through Lent to explore what is
For Lent 2021, ‘touch your foot against a stone’
Lent 2021 is going to be different! We’ve a lot given up and our footing has become uncertain. To help
List of local churches that broadcast Mass online
Click the name of the church to go to their webcam service. (May be switched off outside of Mass times.)
Prayer with ashes on Ash Wednesday
This year, the placing of blessed ashes on the foreheads of people is not being done in churches on Ash
Ash Wednesday in pandemic
This year, instead of people having blessed Ashes placed on their foreheads by a priest on Ash Wednesday (Feb 17th), the Diocese
A prayer from behind the mask
On Feb 11th, 2021, Bishop Fintan Gavin celebrated Mass for World Day of the Sick at the Mercy University Hospital,
Mass for World Day of the Sick from the Mercy University Hospital.
The Mass was live-streamed on Thurs Feb 11th at 12noon. You can see the recording of the Mass above.
Invitation to join Bishop Fintan for Mass for World Day of the Sick on 11th
Click this link to join the Mass
Mass for World Day of the Sick to be live streamed from Mercy Hospital on 11th
On World Day of the Sick which is celebrated on the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, Bishop Fintan Gavin
Join Bishop Fintan at Cork Poor Clare Sisters’ Monastery for Evening Prayer
Click here to join the Evening Prayer at the Poor Clares for the Day for Consecrated Life
Bishop Fintan, Poor Clare Sisters and Dominicans lead prayers on Tues 2nd online
The Day for Consecrated Life celebrates the commitment of the women and men who have devoted their lives to service
Bishops restate guidance for Catholic Funerals
Following a meeting of the Catholic bishops of the Cashel province, the bishops restated the guidance relating to Catholic funerals.
Death of Canon Michael Crowley, retired priest
The death has occurred of Canon Michael Crowley, retired Parish Priest of Ballinlough Parish, Cork. A native of Ovens Parish,
Death of Bishop Pádraig O’Donoghue
The Diocesan Office has announced the death of the late Bishop Pádraig O’Donoghue, Bishop Emeritus of Lancaster Diocese and a
Catholic Schools Week underlines faith and resilience of Catholic Schools
As we live through an unprecedented time, we can ask questions like ‘Will things ever be the same again?’, ‘When
Priests trained to anoint using PPE
The Covid19 pandemic has limited the number of priests available to anoint the sick and dying across the diocese. As
Monday 18th is start of Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
The ‘Week of Prayer for Christian Unity’ approaches and begins Monday next, January 18th and ends on January 25th, the
RTE Mass on Sunday 17th is from Cork
The televised Mass on Sunday next Jan 17th is from the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork. Bishop
Bishop Fintan: ‘I feel a sense of shame and embarrassment’
Bishop Fintan Gavin, Bishop of Cork and Ross, issues the following statement on the Publication of the Report of the
Bishop blesses re-opened ‘non-shakey’ City bridge
A city bridge which was closed for essential repairs was re-opened today to pedestrians. Daly’s Bridge (the Shakey Bridge) over
Seniors have treats delivered by bishop-on-wheels
St Mary’s Senior Citizens Club in Knocknaheeny/Hollyhill would be having their Christmas Party this week. However, members have been cocooning
Bishop Fintan Gavin’s Message for Christmas 2020 — part 3 on Faith
Bishop Fintan’s message centres on ‘Three Foundations of Hope: Family, Friends and Faith.’ This third short video of three focuses
Bishop Fintan Gavin’s Message for Christmas – part 2: Friends
This short video recording focuses on his message about Friends. The complete text of the pastoral message is here.
See the Diocese-wide Carol Service streamed from the Cathedral
With church choirs silenced by Covid19, parish Christmas Carol Services cannot be held. This unique service uses webcam technology to
Bishop Fintan’s Christmas Pastoral Message
Download and read the full text of Bishop Fintan Gavin’s Pastoral Message for Christmas 2020.
Bishop Fintan’s Virtual Visit to schools for Christmas
Bishop Fintan Gavin has been unable to visit schools since the Covid19 pandemic began. In a unique virtual visit, the
Mass with congregation resumes Tues 1st
Following the government announcement that all parts of the country will move to Level 3 restrictions with modifications from Tuesday
Home prayers for Advent and Christmas 2020
The Season of Advent begins on Sunday November 29th this year. It’s a time of preparing for and looking forward
Diocese hosts two NET groups in outreach to young people
Bishop Fintan Gavin is pictured meeting with a NET Ministries Team (National Evangelisation Teams) of five young people – Joseph,
SVP Cork’s draw for car goes online this Christmas
With over 200 calls for help to St. Vincent de Paul Cork each day, this year’s Annual Car Draw is
Cork’s two bishops pray for Covid-19 victims
A new Votive Candle Globe and Memorial to those who have died of Covid-19 was dedicated at St. Finbarre’s Cathedral,
Sunday’s TV Mass from Cork
The televised Mass on Sunday next is from the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork. Bishop Fintan Gavin
Bishop dedicates November as a month of Prayer and Remembrance
Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Joe Kavanagh and Lady Mayoress, Stephanie Kavanagh, represented the people of Cork when they attended
November to be dedicated as month of prayer and remembrance
A service of prayers to dedicate the month of November as a time of Prayer and Remembrance for those who
Parishes go online to meet and plan funding
Members of Parish Finance Committees and priests across the diocese are attending online webinars about sustaining parish finances in the
Parishes prepare for Level-5
As parish communities prepare for the change to Level-5 restrictions, Bishop Fintan Gavin has advised that while there are no
Who will pray for the dead this year?
Because of Covid-19, parishioners and relatives will not be able to attend Masses and prayer services which are celebrated annually
Mission Sunday is online this year but needs are greater
This Sunday is World Missions Sunday – a day to pray for, support and be mindful of our call from
Safeguarding Newsletter offers updates and resources
The month of October has always been the safeguarding month in the Diocese but how it is marked this year
Level 3 restrictions and parishes
Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to priests of the diocese regarding the new restrictions. Following the government announcement yesterday evening
Pope Francis publishes encyclical letter on feast of St Francis of Assisi
Pope Francis took the name ‘Francis’ to connect with St. Francis of Assisi – the 12th/13th century saint who proposed
Bishop’s visit to Ss Peter and Paul’s Parish
On his first pastoral visit to Ss. Peter and Paul’s Parish, Cork, Bishop Fintan Gavin was presented with a spiritual
Establishment of the Office for Mission and Ministry
Bishop Fintan Gavin issued the following message to the diocese today. As part of the initial strategic changes in the

Gougane Barra pilgrimage Mass online only
everyone is invited to join online in prayer with Bishop Fintan Gavin as he celebrates Mass at the Oratory in
Bishops visits Barryroe parish
Bishop Fintan Gavin continues his pastoral visits to the parishes of the diocese and this weekend celebrated Mass in Barryroe

Preparing for Confirmation
These videos and document resources will help families, candidates for the sacrament, teachers and parishes to prepare for the celebration
Preparing for First Confession and First Holy Communion
In this three part series, Eleanor and Johanna along with Fr Chris help children prepare to celebrate Reconciliation and Holy
‘Season of Creation’ begins
The ‘Season of Creation’ is kept from September 1st (World Day of Prayer for Creation) to October 4th (the feast
Bishop Fintan shows solidarity and support after storms during Bantry visit
During a visit to Bantry Parish on Sunday during which Bishop Fintan celebrated Mass in the parish church, he told
As schools reopen, Bishop Fintan writes to boards and principals of Catholic schools
As schools across the diocese are reopening after the Covid19 lockdown, Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to the principal and
Death of Mons. Leonard O’Brien, PE Clonakilty
Mons. Leonard O’Brien PE, retired parish priest of Clonakilty peacefully returned to the Lord yesterday evening. Mons. Leonard served as
Parishes seek online donations to offset Covid19 losses
Eight parishes across the diocese are the first to provide a secure online donation facility on their websites and social
Bishop asks people to wear face covering in church
Bishop Fintan Gavin has asked people attending church in the Diocese of Cork and Ross to wear a face covering.
Bishop Fintan visits Crosshaven Parish
Bishop Fintan continues his pastoral visits to parishes of the diocese and celebrated Mass in Crosshaven parish on Sunday. He
Bishop Fintan announces diocesan appointments
On August 4th, the feast day of St John Vianney, the Curé d’Ars, patron of parish priests, Bishop Fintan Gavin
Bishop Fintan visits St. Joseph’s, Mayfield.
Bishop Fintan Gavin continued his pastoral visits to the parishes of the diocese on Sunday when he visited St. Joseph’s

Three new video resources for preparing for Confirmation
Online resources are being made available to young people, families, teachers and parishes to prepare for the Confirmation ceremonies that
City Mayor pays courtesy visit to Bishop Fintan
The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Joe Kavanagh, accompanied by his wife Stephanie, paid a courtesy visit to the Cathedral
Mahon Parish says farewell to Assumption Sisters
This week Holy Cross Parish, Mahon, Cork, says a fond farewell to the Little Sisters of the Assumption who have
Bishop visits Curraheen parish in Cork
Bishop Fintan Gavin paid a pastoral visit to Curaheen Parish on Sunday July 19th. This was the Bishop’s first visit
Cathedral choir member sings a ‘Blessing For Cork’ dedicated to patients and staff in hospitals
Cork teacher and choir member Susan Ormond has adapted a national choirs’ initiative during Covid19 and given it a purely
Bishop visits Bandon Parish for first public Sunday Mass
Bishop Fintan Gavin paid a pastoral visit to Bandon Parish on Sunday where he celebrated the parish’s first Sunday Masses
Bishop of Cork & Ross congratulates Taoiseach Micheál Martin on his election
Bishop Fintan Gavin issues the following statement as Deputy Micheál Martin becomes Taoiseach. On behalf of the people, priests and
Bishop Fintan welcomes people’s return to Mass with video highlighting safety
Introducing a short video about the return to Mass and other sacraments on June 29th, Bishop Fintan acknowledges that we
Churches planning for Mass with congregations from June 29th
On Monday June 29th, the first scheduled Masses with a congregation will be celebrated in churches across the diocese. However,

Pray a Spiritual Pilgrimage from Cork and Ross to Lourdes
From as far back as the nineteenth century, the Church instituted the practice of making a spiritual pilgrimage for all

Bishops issue guidance for return to Mass on June 29th
In recent days, the government has announced that places of worship can open ‘with precautions’ from 29th June. The

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

Five years after Pope’s letter on environment we are called to prayer
Bishop Fintan Gavin will lead the people of the Diocese of Cork and Ross in prayer at the conclusion of
Churches across diocese open for personal prayer
Churches in the Diocese of Cork and Ross will once again be opened for personal prayer from Monday May 18th
Thursday May 14th called ‘Day of Prayer for Humanity’
Faith leaders across the globe are making a call to people of all faiths to join in a Day of
Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
It is with great regret that we announce that the Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes on the 12th
A priest shepherds with the Lord and finds the Lord
When Jesus scanned the countryside looking for an image to help people understand God, he spotted sheep and lambs in
Kinsale Carmelites offer Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel
The Catholic devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel is centred on prayer for protection. Bishop Fintan Gavin will be
Pope Francis: ‘Let us pray together to Our Lady in May’
Pope Francis has composed two prayers to Our Lady and asks us to to pray them with him, especially during
All First Holy Communions and remaining Confirmations postponed
Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to all the school pupils who are due to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation and
Families and schools continue children’s faith education
Schools are closed but teachers and parents are collaborating to find new ways to continue to educate and develop children.
Fr. Con featured on Elaine Show
Fr. Con Cronin has spoken on television about the challenges and the positives of being cocooned. Passage West based Fr.
Bishop tells hospital staff ‘You are the hope, the light and joy for so many people’
On the day when the Gospel at Mass includes the well-known verse that ‘God loved the world so much that
Death of Fr Michael O’Donovan PE
Fr. Michael O’Donovan PE, retired parish priest of Caheragh has died. A native of Skibbereen, Fr. O’Donovan was ordained a
Prayer Guide for Holy Saturday – while we wait
Holy Saturday is a day of patient waiting when we, as Church together, prayerfully reflect on the passion and death
Prayer Guide for home and online on Good Friday
Good Friday is the Christian Community’ most solemn day as we mark in prayer the suffering, self-giving and death of
How to pray your way through Holy Week at home
For the first time in living memory most people will not be able to go to their local church for
Updated guidance regarding funerals in Cork and Ross
Bishop Fintan Gavin has provided the following guidance regarding funerals in the Diocese of Cork and Ross during the Covid-19
Death of Canon Denis Keane
Canon Denis Keane, a retired priest of the Diocese of Motherwell, Scotland died on March 29th in Clonakilty Community Hospital.

Harbour parishes’ podcasts create bridge in Covid19
The clergy of the Harbour Parishes (Monkstown and Passage West) have come up with a novel way of connecting with
Pope to lead worldwide prayer on Friday at 5pm
Pope Francis will lead an extraordinary global celebration of prayer on Friday 27th March at 5pm (Irish time) in Rome.
Pope Francis calls for prayer across the world on Wed 25th
Pope Francis has appealed to people to join him in a worldwide moment of prayer on Wednesday as the world
Bishop Fintan addresses priests using technology
In a first for the diocese, Bishop Fintan Gavin has addressed the priests of the diocese in an online video
Pray together for Our Lady’s help
Archbishop Eamon Martin, President of the Irish Bishops’ Conference, is inviting priests and bishops to join with him, after the
Lord Mayor and two bishops send message of support for St. Patrick’s Day
Today at the Cathedral fo St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork, Cllr John Sheehan, Lord Mayor of Cork, Bishop Paul
Praying through the pandemic
This is an occasion for all of us – especially in families – to pray more intensely for each other
Shared Message for St. Patrick’s Day of Civic and Spiritual Solidarity from Cork’s civic and religious leaders
Cork’s civic and religious leaders will address a shared message of civic and spiritual solidarity and support to the people
Weekday Masses discontinued after Monday March 16th
Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to all priests in the diocese requesting “that the celebration of a public mass with
Join Bishop Fintan for St. Patrick’s Day Mass via webcam at the Cathedral
Bishop Fintan Gavin will preside at Mass at the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork on Tuesday March
Bishop Fintan issues temporary norms with regard to weekend Masses
Bishop Fintan Gavin has written to priests of the Diocese of Cork and Ross with norms to be effected in
Irish Bishops’ update (March 12) in relation to Covid-19 special measures
Please see below further advice published on behalf of the Irish Episcopal Conference by Archbishop Eamon Martin, Archbishop Diarmuid Martin,
Irish Bishops issue statement on Covid-19 / Coronavirus
At the conclusion of the meeting of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference, the bishops have issued a detailed statement on
Plans for revitalised Cork City Procession announced
This year’s Procession with the Blessed Sacrament in Cork will not go through the main thoroughfare of the city for
Chaplain Appointed to Ukranian Catholic Community
Fr Irineu Kraiczyi has been appointed as Curate in Douglas Parish serving the growing needs of an expanding community with
Make Lourdes possible!
A lot of people would love the opportunity to visit Lourdes, France — a place of pilgrimage, peace and healing

Rite of Election of Catechumens 2020
On Saturday evening last, the Vigil of the First Sunday of Lent, Bishop Fintan Gavin presided at the Rite of
First Ceremony in Diocesan Confirmation Programme
Bishop Fintan Gavin, celebrated his first parish Confirmation in the diocese when pupils from Scoil Éanna, Scoil Mhuire Girls Junior
Clergy Meeting is part of Diocese-wide Programme
Bishop Fintan continues to meet many people and groups in the diocese to listen to their experience and to get
Winter Flu Guidance
Guidance for parishes in the case of seasonal flu or in the event of a more serious epidemic circulating are
Bishop Fintan Visits Farranree Parish
Bishop Fintan made a pastoral visit to Farranree Parish on February 22nd and 23rd last. He was warmly welcomed at

Bishop Fintan’s first visit to Douglas Parish.
Braving the winds and rain of Storm Ciara, Bishop Fintan Gavin made a visit to the Parish of Douglas and
Bishop’s first visit to Bantry Parish
Bishop Fintan made a pastoral visit to Bantry Parish for the first time on last weekend. He celebrated Mass and

Day for Consecrated Life marked by Bishop with hundreds of religious
Committing one’s whole life to the things of God is a radical challenge in a culture that finds life-long commitment
Bishop Fintan encourages Lourdes pilgrimage helpers
On Friday, the 24th of January, the helpers from the Lourdes pilgrimage were with Bishop Fintan for Mass and a
Pastoral Visit to Murragh & Templemartin Parish
Bishop Fintan made a pastoral visit to Murragh & Templemartin Parish in West Cork over the weekend of 18th &
Presentation Family Welcomes Bishop Fintan
The Leadership, Education and Formation Project (L.E.A.F.) welcomed Bishop Fintan at Mardyke House on Tuesday, 14th of January. It was
New Director of Vocations Appointed
Bishop Fintan Gavin has appointed Fr. Cian O’Sullivan CC Ballincollig as the new Director of Vocations in the Diocese of
Resources for Preparing Confirmation Ceremonies 2020 (updated)
Resources for the celebration of Confirmation in parishes are now available here. (A short video offering guidance about the Rite
Death of Fr Eddie Collins, CC Clonakilty
The death has occurred of Fr Eddie Collins, CC, Clonakilty. Fr Collins was a native of Barryroe Parish and was
Death of Fr. Peter Queally C.S.Sp.
Fr. Peter Queally C.S.Sp. returned to the Lord on Sunday morning December 29th 2019. Fr. Peter has faithfully celebrated Mass
Joint Christmas Message by Cork’s two bishops
When we look around us in these days it is easy to know Christmas is approaching! The sights and sounds
Review of Safeguarding in the Diocese of Cork and Ross
The Diocese of Cork and Ross has invited the National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland
Dates of 2020 summer pilgrimage to Lourdes announced
Bishop Fintan Gavin has announced that the June 2020 pilgrimage from the diocese to Lourdes will take place from Friday
New awards to encourage social action and parish links by young people
An awards scheme has been launched in the Diocese of Cork and Ross which will recognise the social action of
Catechists to support faith education in parishes
Twenty new Parish Catechists have recently completed a two-year study course for the Certificate in Catechesis awarded by the UK-based
Bishop celebrates his first Station Mass in Enniskeane
A family in Enniskeane Parish had a surprise guest when they hosted their Autumn Station Mass. Bishop of Cork and
Bishop, parishioners and priests mark milestone at Canovee
Addressing the congregation in a packed Canovee Church in Kilmurry parish to mark the 150th anniversary of the building of
Bishop Gavin calls for state support for Novartis employees
Following the announcement on Wednesday by Novartis, which is based at Ringaskiddy, Co Cork, Bishop Fintan Gavin made a pastoral
Bishop Fintan leads prayers at Lourdes for deceased homeless Cork man
Bishop of Cork and Ross Most Reverend Fintan Gavin has expressed his prayerful support for the family and friends of
Mass at Lourdes Grotto is pilgrimage highlight
The highlight of the concluding day of the Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes is the celebration of Mass
Day 2 of Lourdes pilgrimage has moments of healing
The Cork and Ross Autumn Pilgrimage to Lourdes continued on Saturday October 12th. The day began with Mass and Anointing
Bishop leads pilgrims on weekend pilgrimage to Lourdes
One hundred and forty people of all ages have joined Bishop Fintan Gavin on a pilgrimage to the Marian Shrine

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

Cork Scripture Group: Matthew’s Gospel The Prophecy Fulfilled
7.30 p.m. – 9.30 p.m. Monday nights beginning Monday October 7th 2019SCALA Centre [Entrance directly opposite Blackrock Castle]. 7th October
Pope Francis greets Bishop Gavin at Vatican
Pope Francis greets Bishop Fintan Gavin.

Confirmation Schedule 2020
Bishop Gavin has finalised the Confirmation Schedule for Spring 2020. Confirmation ceremonies will commence on Thursday, February 27th 2020. Please
Safeguarding Conference
EVENING SAFEGUARDING CONFERENCE Maple Suite Rochestown Park Hotel Wednesday 9th October 2019 Finger Food Tea/ Coffee from 6.30 pm. Start:
Gougane Sunday – Annual Pilgrimage to Honour St. Finbarr
The feast day of St. Finbarr, Patron Saint of the Diocese of Cork, is celebrated on the 25th of September.
Bishop leads devotions at Lee Road Shrine
Mary, the Mother of Jesus, shows us our ultimate destiny, Bishop Fintan Gavin told the congregation at the annual devotions
Lord Mayor’s Visit
Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr John Sheehan paid a courtesy visit to Bishop Fintan Gavin recently. Cllr Sheehan and Deputy
Death of Canon Donal Linehan PE
Canon Donal Linehan, retired Parish Priest of Ballinora, peacefully returned to the Lord on Friday, July 19th, in Marymount Hospice
Bishop’s first visit to Skibbereen
Following his episcopal ordination at the Cathedral in Cork on June 30th, Bishop Fintan Gavin visited the Cathedral in Skibbereen

Texts from Bishop’s Ordination
The texts from the Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Fintan Gavin at the Cathedral on Sunday June 30th, 2019 are available
Cathedral ready for our next Bishop’s Ordination
The Cathedral of the Diocese is ready! Fr Fintan Gavin will be ordained bishop at the Cathedral of St. Mary
Death of Canon Kieran Twomey, PP, Blackrock
Canon Kieran Twomey, PP Blackrock, peacefully returned to the Lord on Thursday afternoon in Marymount Hospice in the presence of

Fr Fintan Gavin talks about his Ordination as Bishop; John Casey talks about his closing hymn and see one of the choirs practise
(Click on the Play icon and then the Fullscreen icon at bottom right of the video to see it fullscreen.)
All ages getting ready for Ordination of new bishop
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.
The Cathedra
The Episcopal Ordination of Fr. Fintan Gavin will take place on Sun. Jun. 30th next.
Episcopal Ordination of Fr. Fintan Gavin
Preparations for the forthcoming Episcopal Ordination of Fr. Fintan Gavin are progressing smoothly. On the 30th of June the Ordination

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

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

94th Cork Eucharistic Procession – Sunday 23rd June 2019
This year’s Eucharistic Procession will be held on Sunday 23rd June 2019. As you will be aware, the Eucharistic Procession

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

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

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

Speaking Notes of Bishop Elect Gavin
A very good morning! It is difficult to express in words, the shock and surprise I felt when the Papal

Statement by Bishop John Buckley welcoming Bishop-elect Fintan Gavin to the Diocese of Cork & Ross
I warmly welcome Monsignor Fintan Gavin as our new Bishop and I am certain that the people of Cork will

Archbishop Martin Congratulates Dublin priest appointed by Pope Francis as Bishop of Cork & Ross
The Archbishop of Dublin, Diarmuid Martin has extended warm congratulations to Fr. Fintan Gavin, whom Pope Francis today announced as

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

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

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

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

How to Use the YOUCAT Series in Your Parish – An Introduction
We are offering a session to introduce the YOUCAT series to parishes – a keynote address followed by a practical

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

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

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

Feasts and Seasons – Music for the Liturgical Year
A workshop for singers, choirs, musicians and all who are interested in music in the liturgy with Dr John O’Keeffe,

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

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

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

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

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

Blessing of Graves 2018
Saturday 3rd November Saint Oliver’s Cemetery – Mass at 2:00 pm Sunday 4th November Aglish after 9:30 am Mass in

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

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

Cork and Ross Clergy Mark the Occasion of the Appointment of Bishop Tom Deenihan.
Cork and Ross clergy gathered this week to honour their priest colleague, Bishop Tom Deenihan, on his appointment as Bishop

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

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

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

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

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

World Meeting of Families – Opening Ceremony in Cork and Ross
An invitation is extended to all parishioners of our Diocese to join with Bishop Buckley for the Opening Ceremony for

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

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

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

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

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

Data Protection Officer – DPO
Dioceses of Cashel & Emly, Cork & Ross, Limerick, Cloyne, Kerry, Waterford & Lismore, and Killaloe Invite applications from suitably

93rd Cork Eucharistic Procession – Sunday 3rd June 2018
This year’s Eucharistic Procession will be held on Sunday 3rd June 2018. As you will be aware, the Eucharistic Procession

Pastoral Message on the Right to Life
Within days Ireland will be facing a Referendum to remove the right to life of the unborn from the Constitution.

Choirs for World Meeting of Families
An invitation was sent last week to all parishes in our Diocese inviting parish choirs to join the choir of

Pastoral Letter on the Right to Life
The title “Mother” is possibly the most honoured title in the world. Mothers are the most loved and respected in

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

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

Chrism Mass, Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne.
On Holy Thursday morning, March 29th, the priests of the diocese will renew their commitment to priesthood and invite the

Fr. Jim Good R.I.P.
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Aer Lingus/Tuskar Rock Crash Memorial Mass
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Two Lives, One Love – Pastoral Message for 2018 on the Right to Life
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Encountering Family in the Gospel
Three sessions where we will reflect on family life in the Gospels alongside the words of Pope Francis in Amoris

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

World Meeting of Families Icon comes to Cork and Ross
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Lourdes Pilgrimage 2018
Booking is now open for the 2018 Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes from the 11th to the 16th June. To book

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

Vocations Afternoon – Poor Clare Monastery
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Young Adult helpers in Lourdes 2018
Application forms are now available to young adults (18-25) who would like to join the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes this

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

Joint Christmas Message from the Bishops of Cork: The Most Reverend Dr John Buckley and the Right Reverend Dr Paul Colton
Christmas 2017 As the season of Christmas approaches, we pray that God will bless the people of Cork during the

Bishop Buckley launches new book…
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Vocation Discernment group
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Advent Prayer and Book Launch
Veritas and the Pastoral Development Office invite you to join with them for Advent Prayer on Sunday 3rd December at

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

The Gospel Call to Justice – Fr. Peter McVerry S.J.
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Diocese of Cork and Ross – Vocation Discernment
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November Cemetery Prayers
The month of November is dedicated to praying for the Holy Souls. The Church has always taught us to pray

Thank you from Trocaire
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Having Faith in Families – Rev. Professor Eamonn Conway
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Unfolding the Word – Love and the Family
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Cork Remembers the late Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O’Connor
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Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate
Sunday 10th September. 2017 was an historic day for the Diocese of Cork and Ross. Frank McKevitt and David Lane were ordained

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

66th Annual Devotions at Lee Road Shrine
On Tuesday, 15th August next – the Feast of the Assumption – the Annual Devotions will take place at the

St. John’s Cemetery Mass
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Veneration of the Relic of St. Teresa of Calcutta in Cork
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Togher Church Celebration of the Centenary of the Apparitions at Fatima
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Ordination of Rev Evin O’Brien
Today in The Church of the Holy Cross, Mahon, Bishop John Buckley ordained Evin O’Brien to the priesthood for our

Cemetery Mass, St. Michael’s, Blackrock
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Church Music summer school
Booking is now open for the Irish Church Music summer school to be held at Saint Patrick’s College, Maynooth in

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

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

Priesthood – come and see afternoon
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Pope Francis seeks the views of young people on the Church today…
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Lourdes Pilgrimage 2017
There is still availability on our Cork and Ross Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2017 from 11th to 16th June for pilgrims

Visit of the Pilgrim Statue of Our Lady of Fatima
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LENT – OUR JOURNEY INTO GOD
Two evenings with Anne Francis & Fr. Christy Fitzgerald, exploring our Lenten journey through the Word of God. Monday 20th
Rite of Election 2017
On the first Sunday of Lent at the Vigil Mass in the Cathedral Bishop Buckley presided at the Rite of

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

The Gospel of Life
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Lourdes – Young Adult Helpers
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Fr. John Cotter RIP
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Priesthood – Come And See
An invitation to men aged 18 to 40 to a weekend of prayer and reflection on the vocation to the

Irish Bishops Ad Limina Visit
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Rev. Edward Collins CC
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Annual Pilgrimage to Gougane Barra
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Clerical Changes 2016
Bishop John Buckley has announced the following clerical changes in the Diocese of Cork and Ross effective from August 12th,

65th Annual Devotions At Lee Road Shrine
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RDS YOUTH GATHERING 2016
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Come And See Information Day For Priesthood In The Diocese Of Cork & Ross
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SONGS OF FAITH CONCERT
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Grow In Love In-Service Training
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Annual Pilgrimage To Gougane Barra
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64th Annual Devotions At Lee Road Shrine
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Ordination To Diaconate Of Rev. Pat Nugent
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Annual Vocations Day
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