As part of ongoing renovation works, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo, will close after Mass this evening, 6th January 2025, the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord and reopen on Wednesday 16th April 2025 for the Mass of Chrism.

Work has been underway for some time to repair the roof and to renew the pointing of the stonework on the Cathedral. Now that the walls have had time to dry out, the interior surfaces, which were badly affected by damp, are about to be cleaned and repainted.

Liturgies for the duration of the closure will be celebrated in Nazareth Chapel, Church Hill, Sligo (F91 DD72). The Jubilee Year Cross will move temporarily to St Anne’s Church, Sligo (F91 R250). The Adoration Chapel at the Cathedral will remain open during this time (reopening after Christmas on Monday 13th January) and the Cathedral car park will be operational.

With thanks to all involved in these renovation works at our Cathedral.

OPEN TO ADULTS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 18 and 35

MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS BY 29^th July 2025

 The following must be submitted in order to reserve a place:

• €100 non-refundable deposit
• Completed Booking Form
• Copy of Passport Photo Page

PACKAGE DETAILS

The overall cost of the package per person sharing €995

This cost has been subsidised by the Diocese of Achonry and the Diocese of Elphin – Please contact your parish to enquire about the possibility of further subsidies.

The above price is inclusive of the following:

• Return flights from Dublin to Rome and Milan to Dublin with Aer Lingus
• 20kg Checked-in Bag
• Private Airport Transfers in Italy
• 10 nights’ accommodation with breakfast on a twin or triple room basis in the Pontifical Irish College, Rome and 4* hotel in Piacenza
• Full Spiritual Programme including Jubilee of Youth with Pope Francis
• Jubilee of Youth Pilgrim Pack including transport ticket for Rome
• 3 day Camino of St Columbanus (approx. 12km or less per day) with bus transfers
• Day trip to Milan City Centre

Important Note – Travel Insurance is not included with this package. Each pilgrim is required to purchase their own travel insurance.

This inter-diocesan pilgrimage, led by Bishop Kevin Doran and Bishop Michael Duignan, is for young adults living in the dioceses of Achonry and Elphin; Galway and Clonfert. A detailed itinerary will be issued along with travel essentials etc. in due course. In the meantime, if you have any queries please contact: Sheena Darcy, Elphin Diocesan Office on 071 9150106 or office@elphindiocese.ie The Elphin Diocesan Office is coordinating this pilgrimage on behalf of Youth Ministry in the dioceses of Achonry and Elphin.

Download Booking Form

Please make cheques payable to ELPHIN YOUTH MINISTRY and send to the following address:
Elphin Diocesan Office, St. Mary’s, Temple Street, Sligo, F91 KTX2.

IBAN & BIC details are available on request for those who wish to transfer monies directly.

Payment Schedule:

• €100 non-refundable deposit at time of booking
• €500 by 3^rd June 2025
• €395 by 1^st July 2025

Elphin & Achonry Diocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Rome

‘Pilgrims of Hope’ is the theme of Jubilee 2025. To mark this special year of faith, the Diocese of Elphin and the Diocese of Achonry will journey on pilgrimage to Rome from 22^nd to 27^th October, 2025.

This 5 night pilgrimage, led by Fr. Tom Hever and Fr. Vincent Sherlock, promises to be a special time in Rome, visiting Vatican City and Rome’s most important basilicas and religious sites.  Price per person: €1499 on half board basis at centrally located hotel (€300 single room supplement).

For bookings and enquiries: email info@joewalshtours.ie or phone Joe Walsh Tours: 01 241 0800.