Welcome to the Diocese of Clonfert and the Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora
The Diocese of Clonfert and the Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora are Roman Catholic dioceses in the western part of Ireland. The site aims to show the various activities and ministries through which we try to live out God’s love in today’s world.
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The Feast of Corpus Christi 2026
The Feast of Corpus Christi 2026 is celebrated with processions in Galway and Loughrea. “The red candle that…
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Celebrating and Cherishing Life
The Church in Ireland marks Day for Life 2026 on Sunday, 21 June, reflecting on the wonder and…
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Closing Mass of Thanksgiving at the Shrine of Our Lady...
On Trinity Sunday evening, Bishop Michael celebrated the closing Mass of Thanksgiving for an extraordinary Month of May…
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Clonfert College Graduation Mass 2026
Tonight, the Class of 2026 from Clonfert College, Ballinasloe marked their graduation with the celebration of Mass and…
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Bishop Michael’s Message to Exam Students 2026 / Teachtaireacht an...
As students across our schools begin this year’s State Examinations, Bishop Michael wishes to offer a message of…
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Faithful Service, Fittingly Celebrated
Bishop Michael was delighted to join the community of St John the Apostle Church, Knocknacarra, to confer the…
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Giving Thanks for Fr Ian
Last Sunday, Fr Ian was ordained to the priesthood in Ennis. Having spent his diaconate year serving among…
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Our Lady of Clonfert: A Month with Mary
We are delighted to announce the programme for the May Devotions at the Shrine of Our Lady of…
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Honouring Faithful Service: Benemerenti Awards for Nancy O Reilly and...
The Parish of Eyrecourt, Meelick and Clonfert gathered in great numbers to celebrate the conferring of the Papal…
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Prayerful Plea for Peace at Galway Cathedral
The news in these days weighs heavily on many hearts. Conflict and unrest are touching many places across…
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First Scrutiny Celebrated at Galway Cathedral
The First Scrutiny for those preparing for Baptism at Easter was celebrated recently at Galway Cathedral. This important…
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