http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php Killala Diocese News Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:13:50 CST http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=022012&newsid=1 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:13:31 CST
Every Wed. 7-8 pm starting Ash Wednesday.

Theme: Healing and Hope

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]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=022012&newsid=1 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=012012&newsid=2 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:54:12 CST ]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=012012&newsid=2 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=012012&newsid=1 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:49:41 CST ]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=012012&newsid=1 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=122011&newsid=5 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:32:49 CST Bishop John Fleming has announced, with deep sadness, the death of BishopThomas Finnegan, former Bishop of Killala. Paying tribute to his
predecessor, Bishop Fleming said: "For fifteen years, Bishop Finnegan guidedthe diocese of Killala with exceptional care, genuine wisdom and great love.
He will be remembered for the many imaginative pastoral initiatives in the
diocese which he began as well as for the contribution he made in the area
of the development of the West of Ireland, the care of emigrants and the
progress of Catholic education.

"An innovator and man of ideas, he encouraged consultation and participation in the life of the Church in the diocese of Killala. He will be remembere too for his unfailing kindness to everyone he met, as well as for his great respect and love for the Church. Bishop Finnegan passed away in Sligo General Hospital on Christmas morning.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam."]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=122011&newsid=5 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=122011&newsid=4 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 16:41:09 CST
"The Most Reverend John Fleming
Bishop of Killala

The Holy Father was saddened to learn of the death of Bishop Emeritus Thomas Anthony Finnegan. Recalling with gratitude the late Bishop's years of episcopal ministry in the Diocese of Killala, he joins you and all present at the Mass of Christian Burial in commending his noble soul to the merciful love of God our heavenly Father. To all who mourn Bishop Finnegan in the hope of the Resurrection, His Holiness cordially imparts his Apostolic Blessing as a pledge of consolation and strength in our Lord Jesus Christ.

CARDINAL TARCISIO BERTONE
SECRETARY OF STATE"
]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=122011&newsid=4 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=122011&newsid=2 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:40:41 CST Bohernasup, Ballina and formerly of Ballymeeney, Dromore West, Co. Sligo – suddenly at his residence.

Reposing at McGowans Funeral Home, Ballina on Monday evening from
4 o'clock with removal at 6 o'clock to St. Muredach's Cathedral, Ballina.

Requiem Mass on Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock with the funeral proceeding to St. James Church grounds, Easkey.
May he rest in peace.]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=122011&newsid=2 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=122011&newsid=1 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:38:35 CST
Bishop Finnegan will repose in the Cathedral from 4pm until 8pm when Evening Prayer for the Dead will be celebrated.

Requiem Mass on Wednesday December 28 at 12 noon followed by burial in Cathedral Grounds. May he rest in peace.]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=122011&newsid=1 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=092011&newsid=1 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:50:52 CDT May 31st 2011

My Dear Priests and People,

I would like to present to you a Summary of Diocesan Finances for the year ending December 31st 2010.

First of all, once again, let me thank you most sincerely for your generous support of the work of the Church in this diocese during the past year. In particular, I want to thank you for the financial support which you continue to give to the priests and myself. Through your generosity in contributing to the levy system which prevails, this diocese is able to continue its efforts to provide the pastoral care which you deserve.

When the figures for 2010 are compared with those of 2009, a number of items require particular comment.

We have two seminarians studying to be priests of this diocese and two priests doing further studies in the United States and Canada. Each year the diocese holds two conferences for the priests. These are the chief means which we use for the on-going formation of the clergy. The total cost of the education of priests and seminarians came to €88,407.

The Diocese of Killala Fund contains monies which were accumulated in the past and form a capital reserve. This fund is invested with two investment management companies. The value of these portfolios increased by €67,343 during 2010; to a total sum of €809,404. The surplus in the various funds continues to provide an offset for parishes which have bank borrowings. Through these funds, by removing the interest on the debt on the many churches renovated in this diocese in recent years, the capital is paid off more quickly.

The Sick and Retired Priests Fund provides for the accommodation and support of our retired priests. Due to special circumstances the demands on this fund increased greatly during 2010. As a result there was a deficit of €131,544. This resulted in a decrease in the assets of the Fund from €554,158 to €422,614. The revenue of the Central Priests Fund, which relates to the income received by the priests of the diocese, also decreased. The deficit amounted to €39,085 and the resulting decrease in the assets of the Fund to €76,778. While all salaries in the diocese have been frozen at the 2009 level, the decrease in the fund for the Sick and Retired Priests, together with a decrease in priests revenue in some parishes is a cause for concern at present. I appeal, therefore, to you to continue to support the income both of the priests working in parishes and of the sick and retired priests.

I am most grateful to you for your support. I am hopeful that, with your continued help and generosity the diocese will be able to meet the many pressing pastoral needs of this time. I would also like to thank the Diocesan Finance Committee, which consists of five lay members, two priest members and myself, together with the Diocesan Finance Administrator and the Secretary, for their help and support.

Yours sincerely,

+John Fleming

Bishop of Killala]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=092011&newsid=1 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=082011&newsid=6 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:28:11 CDT
Very Reverend John Judge PP Templeboy and Reverend James Cribbin C.C. Glenhest to be Co-Pastors of the Parish of Kiltane.

Reverend Alan Munnelly, Adm, pro tem, Kilfian to be CC, Glenhest.

Very Reverend Gerard Gillespie PP. Dromore West to be, pro tem, Adm. Templeboy.

Very Reverend James Corcoran. PP Cooneal, to be, pro tem, Adm Kilfian.

Very Reverend Michael Harrison PP Kilmore Erris to be PP Ballycastle in succession to Monsignor Sean Killeen, who has retired.

Reverend John Loftus, C.C. Belmullet to be Co-Pastor of Kilmore-Erris in succession to Very Reverend Michael Harrison.

Very Reverend Francis Judge P.P. Belmullett to be PP Crossmolina in succession to Very Reverend Michael Conway who has retired.

Reverend Michael Reilly, CC, Crossmolina to be PP Belmullett.

Reverend Aidan O'Boyle, recently returned from post-graduate studies, to be CC Crossmolina.
]]> http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=082011&newsid=6 http://www.killaladiocese.org/news/news.php?xnewsaction=fullnews&newsarch=082011&newsid=3 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:25:56 CDT
World Youth Day offers young pilgrims a unique way to deepen their faith and grow closer to Christ, by means of prayer and the sacraments, and to share this experience together with thousands of other young people with common interests and ambitions.

Some Irish pilgrims will be experiencing 'Days in the Diocese' i.e. staying with host Spanish families in advance. See www.catholicbishops.ie for a live blog, to be updated by Irish World Youth Day pilgrims, as well as Bishop Donal McKeown's brief explanation of the purpose of WYD, the relevance of the 2011 WYD theme and the importance of young people to the Church.

The following is an overview of the Irish diocesan pilgrimages to World Youth Day 2011. Please note that this information is subject to change:

Achonry

Ten young people will travel from the Diocese of Achonry accompanied by two priests and one female lay leader. The venue for the ‘days in the diocese' is St Nathy's Pastoral Centre, Charlestown, Co Mayo.

Ardagh and Clonmacnois

Eight young people from the Diocese of Ardagh and Clonmacnois will be attending World Youth Day with one lay leader. The days in the Diocese will be spent in the Diocese of Segovia.

Armagh

The Archdiocese of Armagh will be bringing 130 young people to Madrid, with seven priests, two Deacons and 25 lay staff (leaders and helpers). Cardinal Seán Brady will also be attending also. 　The venue for the Archdiocese of Armagh's "days in the diocese" will be Terrassa Diocese, Barcelona, from the 12 – 15 August.

Clogher

66 young people will travel from the Diocese of Clogher to the World Youth Day event in Madrid. They will be accompanied by one priest and one lay leader.

Clonfert

14 young people will travel from the Diocese of Clonfert accompanied by one priest and two lay staff. Bishop Kirby will attend also.

Down and Connor

42 young people have gone from the Diocese of Down and Connor. They will be accompanied by eight priests and lay staff including Bishop Donal McKeown, Auxiliary Bishop of Down and Connor, Fr Raymond McCullough, Fr Tony Fitzsimons and five lay co-ordinators. The group will be staying in the parish of Porto during the "days in the diocese" from 11 – 14 August.

Dromore

22 young people from the Diocese Dromore will attend WYD. The group will also include two seminarians and the Diocesan Youth Director.

The group is not taking part in the days in the diocese; they are involved with the Irish Jesuit group in the Magis programme.

Dublin

151 young people will travel to World Youth Day from the Archdiocese of Dublin accompanied by Archbishop Diarmuid Martin, Bishop Raymond Field, Auxiliary Bishop of Dublin and three lay staff and five priests. The diocese's youth agency, Catholic Youth Care, will be animating the English catechesis sessions during World Youth Day.

Elphin

30 young people from the Diocese of Elphin will be attending World Youth Day, accompanied by two priests and one lay leader.

Galway

A group of 30 young people from the Diocese of Galway will travel to World Youth Day accompanied by one priest, one seminarian and the diocesan youth ministry coordinator. Bishop Martin Drennan will also be attending.

Ferns

A group of 40 young people from the Diocese of Ferns travel to World Youth Day accompanied by four priests and lay staff. Bishop Denis Brennan, Bishop of Ferns will also be attending.

Kerry

The Diocese of Kerry has a group of 32 participating in World Youth Day, made up of one priest, one lay staff and one adult volunteer as leaders, with 29 young adults. The group will be in Madrid from the 15 to 22 August.

Kildare and Leighlin

The Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin has 128 confirmed to travel including seven 　priests, three seminarians from Kildare & Leighlin, three religious sisters and the Diocesan Youth Ministry team who will be staying in Collado Mediano.

Killala

Six young people will travel to WYD in Madrid from Killala Diocese along with one priest and one lay person.

Killaloe

Seventeen young people from Killaloe are attending WYD with one priest and one lay person. The group will be partaking in the days in the diocese in Toledo.

Limerick

The Diocese of Limerick will have 34 young people going to World Youth Day and they will be accompanied by nine priests and lay staff. Bishop Donal Murray, Bishop Emeritus of the diocese will be attending World Youth Day. GAA senior Limerick hurler Seamus Hickey will also be numbered amongst the Limerick pilgrims.

Meath

41 young people, including GAA senior footballer Joe Sheridan, are travelling from the Diocese of Meath accompanied by three priests and two lay volunteers. They travelled this morning, Tuesday 16 August, from Dublin Airport.

Tuam

A group of 30 young people will travel from the Archdiocese of Tuam to WYD. The group includes three priests and is being led by Fr Tod Nolan Director of Youth Ministry for the Archdiocese. In preparation for their pilgrimage the group has met at monthly intervals since Christmas – climbing Croagh Patrick, Walking the Way of the Cross at Killary, watching and exploring movies (The Way and Of God's and Men
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