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Coordinator for Faith Formation in Primary Schools

05 September 2025

Bishop Fintan Gavin has announced the appointment of Mary Anne Collins as Coordinator for Faith Formation in Primary Schools in the Diocese of Cork and Ross

Mary Anne is based at the Diocesan Offices on Redemption Road.

Mary Anne is a native of Aughadown Parish and is a qualified primary school teacher, having studied at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick. She holds Bachelors and Masters degrees in education along with the Certificate in Religious Education. Mary Anne has eleven years teaching experience in various types of primary schools, including serving as Teaching Principal at Goleen National School for the past seven.

Mary Anne CollinsMary Anne Collins

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Poor Clares Vocations Afternoon - Sat 27 Sept 2025

04 September 2025

Are you considering the Poor Clare vocation or would you like to know more about the enclosed contemplative life of a religious sister?

You are invited to join the Sisters for a:

Vocations Afternoon

Saturday 27 September 2025

2:00pm to 4:00pm

at the Poor Clare Monastery, College Road, Cork

Contact the Poor Clares for more information

Poor Clares Vocations Afternoon - Sat 27 Sept 2025Poor Clares Vocations Afternoon - Sat 27 Sept 2025

A New Beginning for Young Adult Community at St. Peter and Paul’s

03 September 2025

Retreat Day KinsaleSeven young adults will be joining this year’s Young Adult Community at St. Peter and Paul's

Last Saturday was the induction day for the Young Adult Community of St. Peter and Paul's, held in the Friary, Kinsale. Seven young adults met as a community for the very first time.

The day was filled with joy, reflection, fun, and a sense of anticipation for the journey ahead. Together we shared a meal, celebrated Mass in the Friary, and met the priests from The Cathedral Family of Parishes. Bishop Fintan, also joined the group offering encouragement and support.

We look forward with hope and excitement to what lies ahead for this new community of faith and friendship.

Irish Catholic Bishops call people to think again about Sunday Mass

31 August 2025

Gathering as a community on the Lord’s Day to celebrate the Eucharist has always been at the heart of our Church

However, changes in society - some brought by the Covid19 pandemic - have seen some people’s connect with Sunday Mass weakened.

Ireland's Catholic Bishops have launched material in print and online with which they invite people to reflect on the profound importance of Sunday Mass.

Welcoming Why Sunday Matters in a video message, Bishop Denis Nulty of Kildate and Leighlin, said, “As we journey through this Jubilee Year of Hope, the Irish Bishops’ Conference invites everyone to. We recognise it not only as an obligation, but also as a precious gift – the source and summit of our faith.”

Why Sunday Matters - watch the videoWhy Sunday Matters - watch the video

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Altar Server Training Videos Filmed in Barryroe and Kilbrittain Parishes

30 August 2025

Last weekend, altar servers from the parishes of Barryroe and Kilbrittain took part in the filming of new training videos for the Diocese.

The videos will act as a helpful resource for parents and adult volunteers, offering guidance on how to train and form altar servers within their own parishes.

The videos will be available shortly on our website and YouTube channel.

DSC 6105Filming the altar server training videos in Kilbrittain Parish.

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Jubilee of Youth Pilgrims Reunite and Reflect on Next Steps

30 August 2025
DSC 6120Jubilee of Youth Pilgrims reflecting on their Rome pilgrimage experience

The Cork and Ross Jubilee of Youth Pilgrims met at Mardyke House for an evening of reflection, prayer, and community.

The group gathered to share and reflect on their experiences from the Jubilee of Youth pilgrimage and how it has helped them to grow in their faith. They looked at what faith practices they could introduce in their lives to keep it – such as daily prayer, mass, faith formation programmes and spiritual direction.

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Bishop: Exam results cannot measure a person’s true worth

21 August 2025

As thousands of young people across the diocese prepare the receive the results of their Leaving Certificate Examination, Bishop Fintan Gavin asks students to remember that exam results are just one stepping stone in the road of life.

“To all of you receiving your Leaving Cert results this week, whether you are celebrating or feeling disappointed, know this: your worth is not defined by any exam or number,” Bishop Gavin said.

Bishop Fintan Gavin of the Diocese of Cork and Ross is Chair of the Council for Pastoral Renewal and Adult Faith Development.

He also offered a message of reassurance to students who may be disappointed by their results.

“If you didn’t get the points or the place you were hoping for, don’t despair. God has a plan for you. Sometimes, it’s in the moments when our own plans fall through that a greater purpose begins to unfold. I want you to remember that there are many paths forward, and each one is valuable. Stay open, stay hopeful, and trust that your journey is only beginning. You are never alone in it.”

At a meeting of West Cork parishioners and clergy about planning for the future of parishes.Bishop Fintan Gavin

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Bishop announces additional priest changes in the diocese

25 July 2025
Bishop Fintan Gavin 8635Bishop Fintan Gavin

Bishop announces additional priest changes in the Diocese of Cork and Ross

In addition to priest changes already announced this summer, Bishop Fintan has made these additional appointments:

Fr Vineesh K Ulahannan MI (Camilians, India), to become Curate pro tem in the Family of Parishes of Douglas & Rochestown, Frankfield & Grange and Turner’s Cross effective from 26th July 2025.

Fr John Fitzgerald MSC, to become Co-Parish Priest in the Family of Parishes of Ballineaspaig, Curraheen Road, Sacred Heart and Wilton, taking effect from 15th August 2025.

Fr Jojo Thalikasthanam CMI (Carmelites of Mary Immaculate, India),to become Curate in the the Family of Parishes of Ballinora, Ballincollig, Kilmurry and Ovens & Farran, taking effect from 30th August 2025.

Fr Con Doherty MSC Co-PP in the Family of Parishes of Ballineaspaig, Curraheen Road, Sacred Heart and Wilton has been appointed to the MSC Community in Carrig na bhFear by the MSC Provincial.

Commenting on the changes, Bishop Fintan paid tribute to the priests involved.

"I am grateful to the priests who are generously offering their services in the Diocese of Cork and Ross in undertaking these new appointments. I am grateful to Fr Con Doherty MSC for his ministry in Sacred Heart Parish since 2022.”

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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Irish Catholic Bishops call people to think again about Sunday Mass

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    • Jubilee of Youth Pilgrims Reunite and Reflect on Next Steps
    • Bishop: Exam results cannot measure a person’s true worth
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    • Thousands line Cork City streets for Eucharistic Procession
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    • Polish Community in Cork and Ross celebrate 20 years
    • Vacancy: Coordinator for Faith Formation in Primary Schools
    • A joyful and grateful day in Cork's Brazilian Catholic Community
    • The 2025 Cork Eucharistic Procession will mark 99 years since it first began
    • Bishop Fintan welcomes Pope Leo XIV
  • April 2025
    • Preparations are underway to celebrate 99 years since the first Corpus Christi Procession
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Last Saturday was the induction day for the Young Adult Community of St. Peter and Paul's, held in the Friary, Kinsale. Seven young adults met as a community for the very first time.
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Photos from Cork and Ross Friends and Family in Faith's post Last weekend, altar servers from the parishes of Barryroe and Kilbrittain took part in the filming of new training videos for the Diocese.
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Photos from Cork and Ross Friends and Family in Faith's post The Cork and Ross Jubilee of Youth Pilgrims met at Mardyke House for an evening of reflection, prayer, and community.
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As thousands of young people across the diocese prepare the receive the results of their Leaving Certificate Examination, Bishop Fintan Gavin asks students to remember that exam results are just one stepping stone Read More
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