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"As a teacher in my 20s, I am excited to be part of the revival of Christian faith"

20 July 2025

Sarah Ryan Purcell 2Sarah Ryan-Purcell

In today's Irish Times, Sarah-Ryan Purcell, who cantors at Mass in St Michael's, Blackrock on Sunday, wrote an article on her experience of the revival of Catholic faith amongst young people here in Ireland. She is part of the group of over 50 young adults who will travel next week with Bishop Fintan to the Jubilee of Youth in Rome next week.

Irish Times Article

Six decades of links with Peru

11 July 2025

It’s over 60 years since the people of the Diocese of Cork and Ross, lead by Bishop Lucey, took a decision which would change the lives of many people in South America.

On St. Patrick’s Day, 1965, Bishop Cornelius Lucey took pastoral responsibility for thousands of people living in the sands around the city of Trujillo in northern Peru.

Decades later, the mission was extended to include an area near the city of Manta , Ecuador. 

The Mission in Peru was in the sandy suburbs of TrujilloThe Mission in Peru was in the sandy suburbs of Trujillo

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Diocesan Director of Safeguarding appointed

03 July 2025

Appointment of Diocesan Director of Safeguarding for Diocese of Cork and Ross 

Bishop Fintan Gavin has announced the appointment of Des Bell as Diocesan Director of Safeguarding in the Diocese of Cork and Ross. Des is based at the Diocesan Offices in Redemption Road.

Des joins the diocese following his recent retirement from An Garda Síochána. He brings with him extensive experience and numerous qualifications in the areas of child protection, welfare, risk assessment and intervention, psychology, and governance. His academic background includes a Masters in Social Policy, Child Protection and Welfare from University College Cork (UCC), and an MSc in Cybercrime from the University of Portsmouth. He is also an active volunteer in sports coaching and other community organisations.

As Diocesan Director of Safeguarding, Des is responsible for planning and managing the diocesan safeguarding service, with a particular focus on developing, maintaining, and monitoring a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults in all aspects of Church life and ministry. He will oversee all safeguarding training and ensure the safeguarding message is effectively communicated across the diocese, promoting best practice in every parish and ministry.

Des Bell, Director of SafeguardingDes Bell, Director of Safeguarding

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Bishop announces priest changes in the diocese

02 July 2025
Bishop Fintan GavinBishop Fintan Gavin

Bishop Fintan Gavin has announced the following changes to priest appointments in the diocese  

Retirement:

Fr John Collins AP in the Family of Parishes of Ballincollig, Ballinora, Kilmurry, Ovens and Farran retires from this full-time appointment, though his priestly ministry will continue. 

Priests taking up appointments in Families of Parishes in July 2025:

Canon John Kingston Co-PP in the Family of Parishes of Ardfield & Rathbarry, Barryroe, Clonakilty, Kilmeen & Castleventry, Rosscarbery & Lisavaird and Timoleague to become Assistant Priest (AP) in the same Family of Parishes. 

Fr Noel O’Sullivan Co-PP in the Family of Parishes of Douglas & Rochestown, Frankfield & Grange and Turner’s Cross to become Assistant Priest (AP) in the same Family of Parishes. 

Fr Michael Regan Co-PP in the Family of Parishes of Ballinhassig, Clontead, Courceys and Kinsale to become Assistant Priest (AP) in the same Family of Parishes. 

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Priests in diocese mark jubilees of ordination to priesthood

29 June 2025

At a lunch hosted by Bishop Fintan Gavin for priests marking jubilees of ordination to priesthood in 2025.At a lunch hosted by Bishop Fintan Gavin for priests marking jubilees of ordination to priesthood in 2025.

Just over a week ago, Bishop Fintan Gavin hosted a lunch for priests marking jubilees of ordination to priesthood in 2025 and who minister in the Diocese of Cork and Ross.

The priests who attended included priests who were ordained to the priesthood between 15 and 60 years ago and included Emeritus Bishop of Cork and Ross, Bishop John Buckley who was ordained a priest in 1965.

The attendance also included Fr. Oscar O’Leary OFM who was also ordained 60 years ago as a Franciscan priest. Regrettably, Fr. Oscar returned to the Lord on Sunday June 29th at the Franciscan Friary in Cork.

Among Fr. Oscar’s long years of ministry were many years spent devoted to the pastoral care and support of the Traveller Community in Cork. 

The photo shows: Back row: Fr. Fergus Ryan OP CC (15 years), Fr. Declan Brennan OSA (45 years), Fr. Pat O’Donovan Co-PP (30 years), Fr. Dwayne Gavin (25 years). 

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Thousands line Cork City streets for Eucharistic Procession

23 June 2025

Thousands of people walked through the streets of Cork City on Sunday participating in the Eucharistic Procession - a tradition in the city that dates back to the 1920’s

The Procession was led by the Butter Exchange Band and Bishop Fintan Gavin, Bishop of Cork and Ross, from the Cathedral of Saint Mary and Saint Anne with the final prayers and Benediction taking place at the National Monument on Grand Parade on a specially constructed platform.

Individuals and groups from across the city and county were part of the celebration including First Holy Communion children, Catholic Girl Guides, The Guides and Scouts of Europe, Youth 2000, Parish Eucharistic groups throughout the Diocese and the Indian Syro-Malabar, Syro-Malankara, Brazilian, African, Polish, Croatian, Ukrainian, and Brazilian communities.

The newly-elected Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Fergal Dennehy, was accompanied by other members of Cork City Council and Rebecca Loughry. Director of Services, Community, Culture & Placemaking, Cork City Council.

Bishop Fintan Gavin imparts Benediction of  Blessed Sacrament on a specially erected pplatform on the Grand Parade.Bishop Fintan Gavin imparts Benediction of Blessed Sacrament on a specially erected pplatform on the Grand Parade.

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Massed choirs to lead singing at Cork City's Procession

06 June 2025

99th Cork Eucharistic Procession - Invitation to Choirs

The 99th Eucharistic Procession takes place in Cork city on Sunday, 22 June 2025. 

Preparations are underway for this annual procession which is part of the tradition in the city and in parishes across the diocese. Organisers of the City Procession extend an invitation to parish choirs, school choirs, and music groups to participate and help lead the congregation in joyful song during this year's procession. 

There will be a music practice on Tuesday 10th June at 7pm in the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork. All voices are welcome! 

For more information or to express your interest, please contact the organisers

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Choirs are invited to City ProcessionClick here to watch video invitation

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Polish Community in Cork and Ross celebrate 20 years

28 May 2025

On Sunday, May 25, the Polish Chaplaincy in the Diocese of Cork and Ross celebrated its 20th anniversary

The official structures of the Polish chaplaincy in the diocese began to take shape in November 2005. At that time, in response to the large number of Poles arriving in Ireland for work following Poland’s accession to the European Union, the then-bishop of Cork and Ross, John Buckley, decided that the Polish chaplaincy would be based at St. Augustine’s Church in the city center and appointed Fr. Piotr Galus from Tarnów as chaplain to the Polish community.

Since the beginning of 2025, the Polish chaplaincy has been relocated to Holy Cross Church in Mahon.

Polish Community in Cork and Ross celebrate 20 yearsPolish Community in Cork and Ross celebrate 20 years

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Vacancy: Coordinator for Faith Formation in Primary Schools

27 May 2025

Diocesan job will support faith development in schoolsDiocesan job will support faith development in schools

The Diocese of Cork and Ross wishes to recruit a Coordinator for Faith Formation in Primary Schools 

(Part-time three year fixed-term Contract)

The Diocese of Cork and Ross is a faith community of 68 parishes and 173 primary schools under the patronage of the Bishop of Cork and  Ross. The diocese wishes to sustain and develop its commitment to support primary school communities, parishes and families of parishes by appointing a part-time Coordinator for Faith Formation in Primary Schools to support and guide religious education and faith formation.

The person in this role will support religious education and faith formation in Primary Schools under the patronage of the diocese, including the ‘Grow in Love’ programme through a range of activities including school visits to advise, resource and support teachers and similarly support parents, priests, parishes and families of parishes in faith formation.

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A joyful and grateful day in Cork's Brazilian Catholic Community

23 May 2025

What a joyful and grace-filled day for the Brazilian Catholic Community in Cork! Bishop Fintan Gavin celebrated Mass with the growing community.

Bishop Fintan Gavin to celebrated Mass with the community at Holy Trinity Church last weekend and was  accompanied by Lorraine Buckley, Faith Development Coordinator. Their presence brought a deep sense of unity, encouragement, and spiritual strength to all present.

The Mass was very special and beautifully organised by the Brazilian community with great care and dedication. From the liturgy to the welcoming atmosphere, everything reflected the love and commitment of the members. The music during the celebration was truly amazing—inspiring, joyful, and uplifting. It touched hearts and helped make the experience even more meaningful for everyone present.

Bishop Fintan with Brazilian CommunityBishop Fintan with Brazilian community

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    • Polish Community in Cork and Ross celebrate 20 years
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Photos from Cork and Ross Friends and Family in Faith's post Fifty-three young people from the Diocese of Cork & Ross are making their final preparations ahead of their departure for the Jubilee of Youth in Rome next week.
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EnjoyGod’s continuing blessing on ye allEnjoy and take care !
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Well done Sarah 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻That is good news! I hope there will be a theological renewal as well. https://teilharddechardinforall.comWell done sarah 👏 fair play God bless all the young people
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Six decades of links with Peru - Diocese of Cork + Ross It's over 60 years since Cork priests and Sisters left for Peru. 2 Comments
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