DIOCESAN EVENTS TO MARK 800TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI’S DEATH
The Diocese of Kilmore warmly invites everyone to two special events commemorating the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis of Assisi and celebrating the long and cherished connection between the Diocese of Kilmore and the Franciscan tradition.
- DIOCESAN MASS TO COMMEMORATE THE 800TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEATH OF ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI: Bishop Martin Hayes will be the principal celebrant of a special Mass in St Clare’s Chapel, off Main Street, Cavan, on Thursday 29 October 2026 at 7:00p.m.
- FRANCISCANS & THE DIOCESE OF KILMORE: Monsignor Liam Kelly will give a talk, exploring the historic relationship between the Franciscan Order and the Diocese, to mark the Jubilee Year of St Francis of Assisi 800 years after his death in The Farnham Arms Hotel, Main Street, Cavan, on Thursday 29 October 2026 at 8:15p.m. Light refreshments will be served afterwards.
Join us for an evening of prayer, reflection and celebration as we give thanks for the enduring spiritual legacy of St Francis and the Franciscan tradition in our diocese.
