Easter Greetings from Bishop Michael
Bishop Duignan extends Easter greetings to the people of the Dioceses.
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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.
Diocesan Events
Diocesan News
Called, Consecrated and Sent: The Chrism Mass 2026
Bishop Michael joins with Priests of our Dioceses at the Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and…
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Holy Week Walk: Witnessing the Passion, Presence, and Promise of...
At the Mass for Palm Sunday, Bishop Michael invited the People of God of the Dioceses of Clonfert,…
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Chrism Celebration – An Invitation
You are warmly invited to the Chrism Mass, a special liturgy of Holy Week in which the bishop…
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Camino Calling: A Young Adult Pilgrimage of Prayer, Purpose, and...
We are delighted to announce a Young Adult Pilgrimage to Spain along the Camino de Santiago from 11th–20th…
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Patrick’s Proclamation: Prayer and Promise
Celebrations for the Solemnity of St Patrick at St Patrick’s Church, Dún Uí Mhaoilíosa, Renmore, Galway and St…
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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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Mercy Memorial in Gort
A memorial bench has been unveiled and blessed in Gort to honour the contribution of the Sisters of…
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Confirmation Celebrations Begin
This week, across the Dioceses, the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation begins in many parishes. It is…
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Galway Cathedral Announces Upcoming Novena
Monday 2 February – Tuesday 10 February 2026 Theme: “Let us go to the house of the Lord”…
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Jubilee Year Closes at Galway Cathedral
On Sunday afternoon, the 4th of January, at Galway Cathedral, we joyfully marked the closing of the Jubilee…
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