A spectacular mosaic depicting the Apparition at Knock in 1879, was unveiled at Our Lady’s Basilica at Knock Shrine on Sunday 28 February. The mosaic, illustrated by well-known Irish artist PJ Lynch, depicts in incredible detail the Apparition scene, as described by the 15 official witnesses. It has been crafted by a team of some...

  Lent begins on Wednesday 10 February 2016. The Meaning of Lent The English word ‘Lent’ comes from the Anglo-Saxon word Lencten, meaning ‘Spring’. In other languages the word comes from the Latin, Quadragesima – a period of 40 days.  In the Christian tradition the forty days is understood to refer to a time of...

  In his message for Lent 2016, which begins on 10 February, Pope Francis has asked us to live Lent more intensely as a privileged moment to celebrate and experience God’s mercy. He said: “God’s mercy transforms human hearts; it enables us, through the experience of a faithful love, to become merciful in turn. In...

  Pastoral Letter-Holy Year Jubilee of Mercy

  Bishop John Fleming has opened the Door of Mercy in St. Muredach’s Cathedral.  In his Pastoral Letter to the people and priests of Killala Diocese, Bishop Fleming said:  “By making this year a Year of Mercy Pope Francis is also saying to each one of us; no matter how long it is since you...

    The Jubilee Year of Mercy commenced on December 8th, 2015 and will conclude on Sunday November 20th, 2016, the Feast of Christ the King.  Pope Francis opened the Door of Mercy in St. Peter’s Basilica on December 8th, and bishops in every diocese will open a Door of Mercy in their Cathedral on...

  On Friday evening November 20th, Bishop John Fleming was the Principal Celebrant at Mass to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of the Church of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven, Enniscrone.  Bishop John celebrated Mass with the priests of the parish, Fr. Eddie Rogan C.C. and Canon John George McHale P.P., together with a number of...

    Bishop John Fleming will be the Principal Celebrant at concelebrated Mass on Friday November 20th, 2015 at 8.00pm as the local parish community celebrates the Golden Jubilee of the Church of Our Lady Assumed Into Heaven, Enniscrone. All are welcome for this special and joyful occasion.

      The Jubilee Year of Mercy will be inaugurated on 8th December 2015, the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception and will run until 20th November 2016 which is the solemnity of Christ the King. The Holy Door in St. Muredach’s Cathedral will be opened by Bishop Fleming on Sunday December 13th at 11.00am Mass....

      Bishop Fleming welcomes first students of The Newman Institute to graduate with degrees.  “Adult faith formation is a vital element in the future development of our Catholic faith.  Without it many people will fail to discover the richness of our Catholic tradition; through it, an energetic Catholic faith can become a feature...