Catholic Diocese of Cork and Ross, Ireland

On Sunday, May 25, the Polish Chaplaincy in the Diocese of Cork and Ross celebrated its 20th anniversary

The official structures of the Polish chaplaincy in the diocese began to take shape in November 2005. At that time, in response to the large number of Poles arriving in Ireland for work following Poland’s accession to the European Union, the then-bishop of Cork and Ross, John Buckley, decided that the Polish chaplaincy would be based at St. Augustine’s Church in the city center and appointed Fr. Piotr Galus from Tarnów as chaplain to the Polish community.

Since the beginning of 2025, the Polish chaplaincy has been relocated to Holy Cross Church in Mahon.

Polish Community in Cork and Ross celebrate 20 yearsPolish Community in Cork and Ross celebrate 20 years

Diocesan job will support faith development in schoolsDiocesan job will support faith development in schools

The Diocese of Cork and Ross wishes to recruit a Coordinator for Faith Formation in Primary Schools 

(Part-time three year fixed-term Contract)

The Diocese of Cork and Ross is a faith community of 68 parishes and 173 primary schools under the patronage of the Bishop of Cork and  Ross. The diocese wishes to sustain and develop its commitment to support primary school communities, parishes and families of parishes by appointing a part-time Coordinator for Faith Formation in Primary Schools to support and guide religious education and faith formation.

The person in this role will support religious education and faith formation in Primary Schools under the patronage of the diocese, including the ‘Grow in Love’ programme through a range of activities including school visits to advise, resource and support teachers and similarly support parents, priests, parishes and families of parishes in faith formation.

What a joyful and grace-filled day for the Brazilian Catholic Community in Cork! Bishop Fintan Gavin celebrated Mass with the growing community.

Bishop Fintan Gavin to celebrated Mass with the community at Holy Trinity Church last weekend and was  accompanied by Lorraine Buckley, Faith Development Coordinator. Their presence brought a deep sense of unity, encouragement, and spiritual strength to all present.

The Mass was very special and beautifully organised by the Brazilian community with great care and dedication. From the liturgy to the welcoming atmosphere, everything reflected the love and commitment of the members. The music during the celebration was truly amazing—inspiring, joyful, and uplifting. It touched hearts and helped make the experience even more meaningful for everyone present.

Bishop Fintan with Brazilian CommunityBishop Fintan with Brazilian community

Logo for year of prayer, listening and discernmentLogo for year of prayer, listening and discernment

The Diocesan Year of Prayer, Listening and Discernment, continues

Bishop Fintan and the Office for Mission and Ministry thank all who participated in the recent sessions across the sixteen Families of Parishes.

In the coming weeks, the responses received are being prayerfully reviewed. This stage of reflection and discernment is vital as we seek to hear what the Holy Spirit is saying to us as a Diocesan family and to shape the next steps of this process.

The diocese asks everyone to continue to pray that those entrusted with this work may be guided by wisdom, humility, and hope.

The next steps will also include reporting back to the families of parishes.

“Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.” (1 Samuel 3:10)

More about the Year of Prayer, Listening and Discernment

 

 

Sr Mary Grace speaking at the North Cathedral, CorkSr Mary Grace speaking at the North Cathedral, Cork

Last weekend 150 young people gathered in St Mary and St. Anne’s Cathedral for Connect 6 and heard Sr. Mary Grace

Sr Mary Grace delivered an uplifting and inspiring keynote talk entitled Hope Does Not Disappoint.  

Sr. Mary Grace grew up on the shores of Sydney, Australia, and graduated from the University of Notre Dame Australia with a degree in Theology. She is a member of Sisters for Life in Denver, Colorado, USA.

The talk was recorded so we are delighted to share it with you. Please pass the link along to friends and family who may be interested in watching.