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Interested in becoming a priest in the Dioceses of Clonfert, Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora? – come and find out more about Diocesan Priesthood at our Vocations Afternoon on Sunday May 10th, 2026. For more information contact Fr Ian on 087 2048497 or email at: priesthood@clonfertgalway.ie
“With, the people of this diocese, I give thanks to God for your generosity in saying “Yes” back then. I thank God for your selfless ministry since. Through your hands you have been there for the People of God. There in good times. There in sad times. By your example and words, you invite them to believe and to strengthen their belief in God. Through your human friendship you support and guide them. Through your celebration of the sacraments, you gift them with the very special presence of God often, at those times in their lives, when they most need to feel his closeness. Although, not without its challenges, the life of a priest is a most blessed and wonderful life indeed. On a day like today, it is only right that we thank God for the gift of our priesthood and for the gift of each and every one of our priests.” (Bishop Michael, Chrism Mass 2026)