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Sharing Faith in Today's World
Pictured with Most Rev William Crean, the Bishop of Cloyne, are members of religious of the Diocese from the Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy, Presentation Sisters, the Sisters of Bon Secours, Poor Servants of the Mother of God, Missionaries of Charity and the Congregation of the Adorers of the Sacred Heart of Jesus of Montmartre; Fr Sean Cotter PE, Episcopal Vicar for Religious, Fr Eamonn McCarthy, co-ordinator for Jubilee celebrations for the Diocese, Fr Tom McDermott ADM and Parish Clergy were also in attendance. Among other religious who also serve in the diocese of Cloyne are the Sisters of Nazareth, and the Servant Sisters and Brothers of the Home of the Mother.
Beautifully accompanied by Dominic Finn and the Choir of Cobh Cathedral, the liturgy gave thanks for the wonderful witness of our religious and their gentle yet efficacious presence among us as witnesses of hope.
(Photos: Fr Tom McDermott & Fr Liam Kelleher)
World Day for Consecrated Life My name is John Patrick Doherty, and I am Deaf, communicating through both Irish sign language and oral. I am honored to serve as a lay chaplain for the Deaf community in County Kerry while working throughout the Munster region.
In my role, I provide spiritual support across various settings, including schools and colleges, and assist in the preparation for Sacraments. My commitment is to ensure that Deaf individuals receive the emotional and spiritual care they need, in hospitals, palliative care, hospice services, care homes and mental health facilities. I also visit isolated Deaf individuals in their homes, promoting connection and support within the community.
Chaplain for the Deaf - John Patrick Doherty
Pilgrimage to Knock
Sunday 11th May 2025. Parishes to make their own travel arrangements.
Cloyne Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes 30th May - 4th June 2025
All bookings for the Cloyne Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes should be made through Joe Walsh Tours by telephone 01-2410800, online Joe Walsh Tours or by post to 89 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2, D02WY88. No booking is definite until a non-refundable deposit payment of €350 per person (plus insurance premium where applicable) has been receipted by Joe Walsh Tours. Early booking advisable.
Pilgrims who would like to travel with the Special Assisted Section should apply to: Cloyne Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes, c/o Parish Secretary, 27/28 Bank Place, Mallow, Co. Cork. Tel: 022-20276. This special assisted/sick section is accommodated at the Accueil Notre Dame. Acceptance for travel with the special section for the sick is subject to approval of the Pilgrimage Medical Board. The closing date for receipt of application is 31 March 2025.
Pilgrimages 2025
Jubilee Pilgrimage
Jubilee Pilgrimage
Bishop Wm. Crean, due to the untimely death of Fr. Robin Morrissey P.P. of Castletownroche (R.I.P) has appointed V. Rev. Peter O’Farrell P.P. of Milford to be P.P. of Castletownroche/Ballyhooly.
V. Rev. Francis Manning P.P. of Newmarket has been appointed Administrator of Milford Parish. He will be assisted by V. Rev. Anthony Wickham P.P. of Newtownshandrum and by V. Rev. Denis Stritch P.P. of Meelin.
These appointments take effect from January 11th 2025. We are indebted to all the priests involved in facilitating these new arrangements for the pastoral care of all the parishes. This new arrangement means that each of the three priests will now have nine church communities under their care. Your understanding and support will be greatly appreciated.
+ William Crean
Bishop of Cloyne
For further information: Contact Fr. James Moore
Group photo of Accord Cloyne Centre
Bishop Crean presentation to Jean ClancyThe event was organised by Killavullen Pastoral Council in conjunction with Trócaire.
It took place on the Cycle Paths of the new section of the N73 which had opened on the previous day. The N73 had been closed to traffic since the Autumn of 2023, about the same time that the conflict in the Holy Land escalated.
Demonstration for PeaceNot so long ago there was generation whose banners read ‘Love is in the air’. It represented a time of great hope and optimism for humanity. There was a feeling among that new generation that having left behind and learned from the horrors of World War II a new time of Peace could and would be moulded by nations working together in the common interest of the whole human family.
These years past have been witness to the failure of that vision for Peace.
For this generation, sadly, our banner reads ‘War is in the air.’
This year past has seen our hopes dashed beyond imagination or condemnation, such has been the level of atrocity and destruction. The killing, both indiscriminate and targeted, leaves countless families mourning and utterly traumatised. We remember them in their sorrow.
So the global community are rightly worried about what further horror may await us. The world is in a ‘troubled space.’ We are in dire need of HOPE & PEACE. Please pray that a new sanity will come upon those who are waging these senseless conflicts.
At a recent meeting of the Cloyne Diocesan Chapter on St. Colman’s Day 2024, Bishop Crean announced the appointments of Fr. Neilius O’Donnell P.E Rathcormac as Archdeacon and Fr. Patrick Linehan P.P. Cloyne as an Honorary member.
Fr. Neilius O’Donnell a native of Castlelyons was ordained priest in 1961 for service in the Diocese of Cloyne. While he served briefly in Wales for the first three years of his ministry since 1964 he has served with distinction as Chaplain, Diocesan Inspector, Curate and Parish Priest from which he retired in 2014. In retirement he has continued to serve with great generosity in several parishes when required.
His appointment as Archdeacon is recognition of his contribution over all the years along with his current pastoral involvement in his ‘Retirement’.
Fr. Patrick Linehan P.P. Cloyne, serves as parish priest of the quintessential home of the Diocese. By tradition and practice the holder of that Office is an Honorary member of the Chapter.
We pray Gods continued blessing on their ministry.
P.S. The office of Archdeacon of the Diocesan Chapter assists the Bishop in his office as overseer and shepherd.
+ William Crean
Bishop of Cloyne
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