The Diocese of Cork and Ross invites you to Light Fever in St. Augustine’s Church, Washington Street on Friday 27th March from 6pm.

Light Fever is an initiative where churches open their doors at night for Eucharistic adoration, candlelight, and gentle music. Young volunteers invite passersby to come inside, light a candle, and take a moment for prayer. 

The evening will begin with Mass at 6pm. Afterwards, for a couple of hours, young people will go out in pairs to gently invite passers-by from the busy city streets into the quiet, prayerful atmosphere of the church. Others will remain inside in prayer for all who enter. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will also be available on the night.

This event offers a wonderful opportunity to give witness to our faith and to share a welcoming, uplifting experience of the Church with others.

All help is greatly appreciated! If you’d like to get involved, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Bishop Fintan blesses shamrock at the Mass.

On St. Patrick’s Day, we call to mind an unbroken tradition of faith in our diocese, our city and our country, said Bishop Fintan Gavin.

Mass for St. Patrick's Day was celebrated at the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork by Bishop Fintan.

The congregation included the Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Fergal Dennehy and his partner, the Lady Mayoress, Karen Brennan; the Chief Executive of Cork City Council, Valerie O'Sullivan; the Lord Mayor of the City of Coventry, Cllr Rachel Lancaster and members of Cork City Council.

In his homily at the Mass, Bishop Fintan said that St. Patrick didn’t only bring the Christian faith to Ireland.

'Priesthood in Ireland Today' is a new book edited by Bishop Phonsie Cullinan (Bishop of Waterford & Lismore)

The book features 16 reflections from various contributors on the role of the priest today as leader, prophet, pastor and servant. The book includes a contribution from one of our own priests, Msgr Gearóid Dullea. The book aims to offer encouragement to men discerning a call to the priesthood and to explore the vocation’s meaning in a modern context.

The book will be launched on

Monday 23 March at 6pm

in Mardyke House, Cork (T12 W8RP)

Bishop Phonsie will speak about some of the themes explored in the book and he will be available afterwards to sign copies.

All are welcome. Refreshments will be served afterwards.

There will be a “Come and See” afternoon for men aged 18–40 who may be thinking about priesthood in the Diocese of Cork and Ross.

It will take place on

Sunday 29 March 2026

2-5pm

Mardyke House, Cork City  (T12 W8RP)

The afternoon will include time for prayer, reflection, conversation and an opportunity to meet others also exploring this call. Pope Leo reminds us that the priesthood is “a gift for the Church and for the world.”

For more information: Contact Fr Cian 

The responses gathered from the Year of Prayer, Listening and Discernment highlighted a desire for deeper formation and support for families preparing for Baptism.

In light of this, members of Parish Baptism Teams from Carraig na bhFear, Glounthaune and Watergrasshill & Glenville gathered recently for two evenings of formation focused on supporting families as they prepare to celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism.

Baptism Teams play an important role in parish life. By welcoming families, explaining the meaning of baptism, and encouraging ongoing connection with the parish community, they help parents to see Baptism not simply as a ceremony, but as the beginning of a lifelong journey of faith. Our parish communities owe a great deal to those who serve in this ministry.

Baptism Preparation team

Fr Ashley Evans addressing the priests

Priests in the Diocese of Cork and Ross step aside from their ministry routines twice a year to reflect, pray and spend time together.

There is a retreat in October each year and in the spring time they meet for a half day.

Today's afternoon of reflection was guided by Fr Ashley Evans SJ. He is an Irish Jesuit priest, originally from Malahide, Co Dublin, who spent 27 years on the Missions in Cambodia. Since returning to Ireland in recent years, Fr. Ashley has been involved in spiritual direction, retreats and various spiritual programmes both here in Ireland and abroad.

These events are coordinated by a group of the priests including Msgr. Gearóid Dullea, Fr. Ben Hodnett, Fr. Michael Keohane, Fr. Sean O'Sullivan and Fr Robert Young.

This afternoon's gathering was held at Dunmore House Hotel, Clonakilty.