“In old age they will still bear fruit” (Psalm 92:15) Dear Friends, “In old age they will still bear fruit” (Ps 92:15). These words of the Psalmist are glad tidings, a true “gospel” that we can proclaim to all on this second World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. They run counter to what...

Additional Accord Pre-Marriage Course in the Diocese of Kilmore – October 2022 An additional Pre – Marriage Course will take place in the Kilmore Diocesan Pastoral Centre, The Conaty Centre, Cullies, Cavan H12 E5C7 on: Friday 14th October      –   7.30pm – 10.00pm Saturday 15th October –  10.00am – 5.00pm This course will take place face...

   KILMORE CARE OF CREATION Inspired by LAUDATO SI’, the Encyclical Letter written by Pope Francis ON CARE FOR OUR COMMON HOME     BEAUTY IS IN THE EYE OF THE BEHOLDER!   Taraxacum Officinale (The Dandelion – In Irish is called ‘caisearbhán’, the dandelion derives its English name from the French, ‘dents de lion’ (lion’s...

MESSAGE OF OUR HOLY FATHER, POPE FRANCIS, FOR THE 59TH WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS – SUNDAY 5 MAY 2022: Called to Build the Human Family   Dear Brothers and Sisters, At the time when the cold winds of war and oppression are blowing and when we frequently encounter signs of polarization, we as...

    Resources for Vocations Sunday, 8 May 2022, may be accessed from the following link:  Vocations Sunday Resources 2022     .    

Bishop Martin Hayes will celebrate a special Mass for all those doing examinations in the coming weeks and months in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, on Thursday 19 May 2022 at 11:30a.m. All are welcome. The Mass will be live-streamed on the following link:  www.churchservices.tv/stannesbailieborough

  NO VISIBLE SCAR: COMFORT FOR THOSE BEREAVED Losing a loved one can be a lonely, isolating and disorienting experience. These feelings of loss have been felt even more keenly in the time of a global pandemic. This workshop provides a gentle, safe and comforting space to help those bereaved before or during the pandemic...

The Kilmore Diocesan Assembly will take place on Tuesday evening, 3rd May next, in the Slieve Russell Hotel, Ballyconnell. The purpose of this gathering is to consider the responses that have  being received from Parish Pastoral Councils, youth, religious and a wide range of social groups  on the ‘Conversations on Our Faith into the Future’...

       KILMORE CARE OF CREATION Inspired by LAUDATO SI’, the Encyclical Letter written by Pope Francis ON CARE FOR OUR COMMON HOME   Everyone Can Do Something Trees are the lungs of our planet earth.  They are at the centres of biodiversity and absorb carbon from the atmosphere.  “Each year, we witness the...

A Prayer for our Earth Pope Francis Laudato Si’ All powerful God, you are present in the universe and in the smallest of your creatures. You embrace with your tenderness all that exists. Pour out upon us the power of your love, that we may protect life and beauty. Fill us with your peace, that...