Monday 13th July 2026

A one-day trip to Croagh Patrick, the holy mountain in Co. Mayo

Age range: 13 to 20 years of age

This pilgrimage will suit those who can hike up a mountain (about 3 hours hiking in total, including the descent)

Bus Details: Pick up at Town Park, Fermoy, Co Cork at 8.30am

Returning at 10.30pm to the same spot, the same day

The bus can pick up others on route, if convenient

Cost: 30 Euro per individual, covering bus and evening meal
Participants are asked to bring a packed lunch

Mass will be celebrated at Ballintubber Abbey

Organised by Fr. Eamon Roche and the Camp Creideamh leaders

For details and booking please click here or call Fr. Eamon on 086-9972539

A Summer Gospel chapter-a-day programme took place 4 summers ago in 2022
Perhaps you might like to consider taking part in a 2026 summer programme

Each day via WhatsApp you will receive an audio recording of one chapter of the Gospel followed by a short commentary

The schedule is as follows:

Beginning
July 1st - Mark chapter 1
A chapter a day until
July 16th - Mark chapter 16
Then Gospel of Luke - July/ August
Then Gospel of John - August
Then Gospel of Matthew - beginning September 1st

Summer Gospel chapter a day programme

On Saturday 20th June, the date of the anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood, Bishop William Crean celebrated Mass and blessed the Presiders Chair , Ambo and Crucifix in St. Mary’s Church, Carrigtwohill

A presentation was made by Carrigtwohill Parish to Bishop Crean on the occasion of his Golden Jubilee

Cake and refreshments were enjoyed by all!

Annual National Grandparents Pilgrimage
Celebrating the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly

Sunday 26th July 2026 - Knock Shrine

A day of grace and blessing for the whole family as we honour Grandparents and the Elderly

Schedule:
Annointing of the sick - 2:30pm
Mass - 3:00 pm
Rosary Procession (Weather permitting)

ALL ARE WELCOME

Holy Hour of Directed Adoration 

Led by Fr. John Keane , Director of Eucharistic Adoration Holy Hour

Mitchelstown Parish Church - Monday June 29th at 7:30pm

All very welcome 

St. Aloysius Summer Faith Camp 30th June - 3rd July

For Boys and Girls (5-14 yrs.)

It's a summer camp with a twist! It’s an opportunity for young people to develop confidence and character, and to know and experience the love of God through Sports, Arts & Crafts, Music, Dance, Drama, Prayer & Catechesis.

€50 for the first child & €30 per additional child from the same family!

Venue: Youth Community Centre, Mallow (Beside the swimming pool)
Days: Tuesday 30th June – Friday 3rd July 2026
Time: 9.30 am to 3pm

Registration forms available from CDYS Office, Mallow

For more information please contact Bernadette on 086-8031126

Annual Mass - 28th June at 3pm

Each summer there is a beautiful outdoor healing Mass at the Shrine of St Gobnait in Ballyvourney

This year it will be celebrated on Sunday 28th June at 3pm and concelebrated by a number of Priests.

Mass includes Anointing of the Sick

Please arrange to arrive by 2.30pm.

Cloyne Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Grotto Mass 

Last September I opened my door to welcome Harry. Harry is a rescue dog. He had known some rough days but realised quickly that he was safe and had found home. He loves our walks, dragging me out every day. He is happy out sitting at my feet whether I am praying, reading, or watching the telly. He loves drives in the car. He is almost the perfect dog. ALMOST! Why? Well because when he is alone things go wrong. Whether it is last Saturdays Irish Examiner, or next Sunday’s homily notes, nothing is safe. He can turn them into confetti in seconds. It is probably true for all of us, when we try to go it alone things go wrong. Here as we contemplate the Annunciation, we remember that the Word who yearned to be born into our world is the same one who tells us, “I am with you always.”.
A couple of weeks ago Harry tried a different approach to deal with his separation anxiety, he found a collection of poetry, and he devoured it. Thankfully leaving the poem I will now share with you intact. It is called,

Annunciation by Malcolm Guite

Shalom Charleville Parish Retreat Centre Co. Cork P56 YP79

Wednesday 17th June 2026, 11:30am - 3:30pm

Booking is Essential 

For bookings please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 083-440 5359

Ordination of Rev. Tiernan Burke

St. Colman's Cathedral, Cobh

24th May 2026

Ordination - Rev. Tiernan Burke