‘Understanding Grief and Loss - A Journey of Healing’ A Bereavement Course facilitated by Monica Morley, Director of the Knock Shrine Family Centre and Broadcaster is due to commence on Tuesday, November 7th at 8pm at the Newman Institute and will continue on...
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Pope Francis calls for World Day of Prayer for Peace
Pope Francis invites people around the world to pray for peace on Friday, October 27th. The Pope has called for a day of fasting, penance and prayer for peace in the world October 27th, 2023. "War does not solve any problems, it only sows death and destruction. It...
Bereavement Support Group – Knock Shrine
Bereavement Care at Knock Shrine Death is a universal experience, and it knocks on the door of every family at some time. And even though we know that truth, it’s only when death finds a way into our own families, that we understand the difference...
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land – February 2024
Fully escorted Pilgrimage to the Holy Land led by Fr Eddie Rogan, P.P., Belmullet. 9 day-pilgrimage from February 21st to 29th, 2024 - €1,995 pps (single room supplement €650 - limited availability). Will visit Bethlehem, Holy Manger, Jerusalem, Via Delososa, Garden...
Killala-Achonry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
The Killala-Achonry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes under the leadership of Bishop John Fleming, Bishop of Killala and Bishop Paul Dempsey, Bishop of Achonry, takes place from the 29th August to 4th September, 2023. Departs from Ireland West Airport Knock. 6...
Cana Talks
The Diocese of Killala was requested to advertise the following: CANA TALKS – FRIDAY, 1ST SEPTEMBER, 2023, T.F. ROYAL THEATRE, CASTLEBAR, CO. MAYO / 8 PM. 8 energetic speakers – each has just 15 minutes to inspire you – this is the Christian version of TED Talks –...
World Youth Day in Lisbon
Countdown underway for World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon From 1-6 August this year, World Youth Day will take place in Lisbon, where young people from all over the world will come together for a festival of faith with Pope Francis. An estimated three million people...
Bishop Fleming welcomes President Biden to St Muredach’s Cathedral
Background On 14 April, following his public address in front of Saint Muredach’s Cathedral in Ballina, Co Mayo, the President of the United States of America, Mr Joe Biden, was received into the Cathedral by Bishop John Fleming, Bishop of Killala. During his...
Christ is Risen, Alleluia! He is Risen indeed! Alleluia, Alleluia!
He is not here, for he has risen as he said. Matthew 28:6 We rejoice at the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ. We celebrate the great mystery of our faith. Christ is Risen. Alleluia! He is Risen indeed! Alleluia, Alleluia! Wishing you a peaceful and blessed...
Holy Saturday – The Easter Vigil
The Easter Vigil will be celebrated on Holy Saturday, April 8th, 2023. Please check your local parish bulletin for details. The Easter Vigil is the oldest vigil in Christianity. The people of God rejoice at the Resurrection of Christ. The celebration of Holy Thursday,...