Bishop Fintan made a Pastoral Visit to Mount Mercy College
On Thursday November 20th Bishop Fintan made a Pastoral Visit to Mount Mercy College, Model Farm Road, Cork.
Upon arrival, he was warmly welcomed by School Principal Ms. Tricia Ryan, Deputy Principal Ms. Ellen van Walleghen, Mr. Colm Ó Corcora, Chairperson of the Board of Management, Fr. Donal Cotter, Co-PP Ballineaspaig, and members of the Student Leadership Team.
The visit began with a Prayer Liturgy on the theme of Remembrance, attended by students, staff, and guests. During his homily, Bishop Fintan offered students four key points for living a meaningful life: faith, family, friendship, and fruitful service. He encouraged them to recognise their uniqueness, to remember that they are loved by God, and to be courageous, kind, and attentive to God’s guiding voice.
A lively Q&A session followed, with students engaging the Bishop on a wide range of topics. To mark the occasion, Ms. Ryan presented him with a beautifully framed portrait created by students.
Members of the Student Leadership Team later guided Bishop Fintan on a tour of the school, including a visit to the Prayer Room and several classrooms, where he met teachers and students. The visit concluded with refreshments in the Staffroom, offering an opportunity for informal conversation with staff.
Bishop Fintan with members of the Student Leadership Team
