Catholic priests from India to be hospital chaplains in Cork

Priests from India will minister to the sick in hospitals in Cork. This follows discussions between Bishop Fintan Gavin and the leadership of the Order of St Camillus in India. 

This order of priests is inspired by the life of sixteenth century Italian St. Camillus who devoted his life to care of people suffering from plagues. 

The Camillian Order is now worldwide – and also has centres in Ireland. 

The Diocese of Cork and Ross nominates priest chaplains to Cork University Hospital, Cork University Maternity Hospital, Mercy University Hospital, South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital and Marymount University Hospital.

Bishop Fintan Gavin with Fr. Bijoy George Kuliraniyil MI, Provincial, St. Camillus Province, IndiaBishop Fintan Gavin with Fr. Bijoy George Kuliraniyil MI, Provincial, St. Camillus Province, India