Killaloe Diocesan Appointments 2023
Bishop Fintan has announced the Killaloe Diocesan Appointments which are to take effect from Friday 28th of July, except where otherwise stated. Click here to view the changes
Notices
Feast of Corpus Christi
Fr. Fernando celebrated Mass for the Polish Community to celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi in the Cathedral. After Mass, all gathered for the traditional Corpus Christi Procession in the grounds of the Cathedral.
Fleadh Nua Mass and Blessing of the Roads
Bishop Fintan celebrated Mass in the Cathedral on Sunday 4th June, the Feast of the Most Holy Trinity, to celebrate the 49th year of Fleadh Nua in Ennis.
Under the direction of Cathedral Choir Director Fiona Walsh and Therese McInerney Traditional Musician and Broadcaster, the Mass was enriched with the gifts and talents of music,…
Silver Jubilee of Fr Paschal Hanrahan
On Pentecost Sunday 1998 in the Cathedral of SS Peter & Paul Ennis, Bishop Willie Walsh ordained Paschal Hanrahan to the priesthood for service in the Diocese of Killaloe. Paschal, son of the late Paschal (senior) and Gertie Hanrahan, Gallows Hill, has served in Kilrush and as an army Chaplain. Currently, he is Head Chaplain…
Annual Mass at the Cliffs of Moher
The annual Mass at the Cliffs of Moher took place on Thursday 18th May Fr Martin Shanahan, Frs Martin & Tom were joined by Deacon Leonard Cleary.
After Mass Deacon Leonard blessed the four corners of the Cliffs as the congregation remembered and prayed for the one million people who visit the cliffs each…
Killaloe Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Bishop Fintan will lead the Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes from Shannon Airport on Tuesday 27th June, returning Sunday 2nd July. The cost is €809 including flight, airport transfers, full board with three meals a day, and sanctuary levy. For more information and bookings, please contact Joe Walsh Tours on 01-2410800 or email info@joewalshtours.ie.
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Darkness into Light 2023
The annual Darkness into Light walk took place in ideal weather conditions on Saturday morning 6th May. Starting at 4.15am at the CBS Hall, the walk through the town made its way past the Cathedral as walkers were welcomed with the beautiful tranquil music of Elaine Hogan on the harp. The Cathedral opened at 3.30am…
Official Opening of Bunscoil na mBráithre, Inis
Friday 5th May, the Feast of Blessed Ignatius Rice, was the day chosen to officially open and bless the newly built CBS Primary School in Ennis.
On arrival, guests were greeted by members of Ennis Brass Band to a musical interlude. Mr Dara Glynn, Priomh Oide, welcomed everyone and thanked all who made the dream…
Feast Day of Blessed Edmund Rice
Today Friday 5th May we celebrate the feast of Blessed Edmund Rice, founder of the Christian and Presentation Brothers. 196 years ago the first two Christian Brothers arrived in Ennis. Today is a special day in the life of Ennis CBS as the newly built primary school is officially opened and blessed on this Edmund…
20 Years A Priest
Congratulations to Fr Martin Blake who celebrated 20 years of Priesthood on 3rd May. Fr Martin was ordained on 3rd May 2003 in the Church of Mary Assumed into Heaven in Doonbeg. Bishop Willie who ordained Martin shared in the cutting of his Jubilee cake to mark the occasion. Please pray for Fr Martin and…
