In his homily, Bishop Fintan reflected on the significance of the day and invoked God’s blessing on all those taking part in the event.
“This morning is very special as we gather for this Mass at the beginning of the Cork City Marathon and ask God’s blessing on the participants and the day ahead. Some will run for a personal goal, some for charity, some in memory of someone they love, and some simply to discover what they are capable of. It is very fitting that this Mass falls on Trinity Sunday. Today the Church reminds us that God is not distant or remote, but a communion of love.”
Everyone is welcome to Ss Peter and Paul’s Church today, where veneration will continue until 9pm. A special Mass for young adults takes place at 7pm.
Marathon runners had the opportunity to venerate the relics of St Carlo Acutis before making their way to the marathon start line.
Mary Cassidy did the first reading at the Mass
Runners venerating the relics of St Carlo Acutis
