Archive | News from the Diocese

2016 International Eucharistic Congress in the Philippines – Report by Fr. Patrick Winkle, C.C. Youghal

Posted: March 8, 2016

I had the privilege of attending the 51st International Eucharistic Congress in Cebu, an Island in the Philippines from the 24th to the 31st January. I was part of a group from Ireland who traveled to support the Church in the Philippines as it hosted the International Eucharistic Congress. Having been involved in the preparations […]

24 Hours for the Lord

Posted: March 7, 2016

In this year as we celebrate the Jubilee of Mercy, The Diocese of Cloyne has just completed a “24 Hours for the Lord” prayer initiative. Bishop William Crean, following the request of Pope Francis, made arrangements so that 5 churches in our diocese would act as host churches for this event that makes God’s mercy […]

Bishop William’s Message for Lent 2016

Posted: February 17, 2016

Lenten Message 2016 The Face of God is Mercy – Pope Francis. “The Face of God is mercy” – this is the title of Pope Francis’ recent reflections on mercy. It is a disarmingly simple and clear image by which to understand the experience of mercy which he has made the focus of the spiritual […]

Year of Mercy – Message from Bishop William

Posted: January 27, 2016

MESSAGE FROM MOST REV. WILLIAM CREAN FOR THE YEAR OF MERCY Dear Friends, Sin and failure are part and parcel of the human experience. Despite our best efforts we sometimes fail in life. It can leave us downhearted even depressed. It can lead us into despair. “Have mercy on me, God, in your kindness, In […]

Statement from Bishop William Crean, Bishop of Cloyne, on the resignation of Mr Bill Meagher as Designated Liaison Person

Posted: January 11, 2016

I wish to confirm that Mr Bill Meagher, the Designated Liaison Person (DLP) for the Diocese of Cloyne, has resigned his position. I regret Mr Meagher’s decision to resign, because he has served the diocese and the survivors of abuse with great dedication and attention to detail, for which the diocese is most grateful. The […]

“Halting climate change is our duty as Christians” – Bishop William Crean Irish Times article

Posted: November 22, 2015

Article published by the Irish Times Tue Nov 24th 2015: Pope Francis has focused much attention on issues that are universal to us all and has sought to inspire and offer leadership. What he has said has resonated meaningfully with believers and non-believers alike. Environmental care is one such universal issue. His recent encyclical Laudato […]

Ordination of Eamon Roche to the Priesthood (incl. homily)

Posted: July 5, 2015

Ordination to the Priesthood of Rev. Eamon Roche in St. Colman’s Cathedral, Cobh 5th July 2015 Rev Eamon Roche will be ordained to the priesthood for service in the Diocese of Cloyne on Sunday July 5th at 2.30pm in St Colman’s Cathedral, Cobh, Co. Cork. Eamon is a native of Castlemartyr in East Cork. Born in […]

Bishop Crean Ordained

Posted: January 27, 2013

Episcopal Ordination of Canon William Crean as Bishop of Cloyne Canon William Crean was Ordained the 67th Bishop of Cloyne at St.Colman’s Cathedral, Cobh today (Sunday, January 27, 2013). The Principal Ordaining Bishop was Archbishop Charles Brown, Papal Nuncio to Ireland, assisted by the Archbishop of Cashel & Emly, Most Reverend Dermot Clifford DD and […]

← Previous 1 … 40 41

News from the Diocese:
Homily of Bishop William Crean - 25th Sunday C- 18th Sept. 2022
September 22nd, 2022
25th Sunday C 18th September 2022 St. Colman’s Cathedral, Cobh “No servant can be the slave o...
Homily of Bishop William Crean - 11th September 2022 - 24th Sunday C
September 12th, 2022
24th Sunday C 11th September 2022 St. Colman’s Cathedral, Cobh “They have been quick to leave...
Homily of Fr Vincent Twomey, S.V.D. for the Funeral of Fr. Dermot Fenlon R.I.P.
August 30th, 2022
HOMILY The readings we have just heard were chosen by the Prioress and her Sisters, and they chos...
Legion of Mary Centenary Celebration
August 24th, 2022
LEGION OF MARY - CORK THE LEGION OF MARY WILL BE CELEBRATING THE CENTENARY OF ITS FOUNDING BY...
Cloyne Lourdes Pilgrimage - Message from Fr. Toby
August 24th, 2022
CLOYNE LOURDES PILGRIMAGE. I wish to let you know that Bishop Crean has appointed Fr. Mark Hehir as...
CLOYNE DIOCESAN CHANGES SEPTEMBER 2022
August 24th, 2022
CLOYNE DIOCESAN CHANGES SEPTEMBER 2022 Most Rev. William Crean has acce...
All News...