The annual Cork and Ross Post Primary Religious Education Teachers’ In-Service gathering took place today at Innishannon House Hotel.
This year’s event was very well supported, with 65 teachers registered from 40 post-primary schools across Cork City and County.
The keynote speaker for the day was Fr. Hugh Lagan SMA, who delivered an engaging presentation titled Leaning into the Light – Reclaiming Meaning, Purpose and Passion in Religious Education. Fr. Hugh, a member of the Society of African Missions and a chartered clinical psychologist, offered rich insights into nurturing purpose and hope in both teaching and faith life.
65 teachers from 40 post-primary schools across Cork City and County attended the in-service day
Michelle Ward, co-creator of Living Love, presented the new Senior Cycle RSE resource, providing valuable insights into its implementation.
Sheila Kelleher, Coordinator of Youth Ministry and Digital Communications for the Diocese, presented on Connecting Community, School & Faith, highlighting a range of diocesan initiatives that support young people in faith and life.
The day concluded with Mass celebrated by Bishop Fintan, with Fr. Hugh concelebrating. Beautiful liturgical music was provided by students from Coláiste Choilm, Ballincollig.
