Calendar

Mar
30
Sat
Young adult gathering with Bishop Kevin @ Sliabh Ban
Mar 30 @ 11:15 am – 5:00 pm
Young adult gathering with Bishop Kevin @ Sliabh Ban

Young adult gathering with Bishop Kevin

Bishop Kevin invites all young adults (over 18) to a 5km walk and celebration of the Eucharist at Sliabh Ban Mass Rock, just outside Strokestown on Sat 30 March. Meet at 11.15am at Percy French Hotel. Please bring something to eat and drink and come prepared for Irish weather: warm and waterproof clothes, walking shoes. Please contact Frank McGuinness for more info: 087-9880690 or [email protected]

Apr
4
Thu
A Short Biblical Studies Course, Summerhill College, Sligo @ Summerhill College, Sligo
Apr 4 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

(Re)opening the Word: A Short Biblical Studies Course, Summerhill College, Sligo (Thursdays 8:00-9:30pm)
Looking for something positive to do this Lent? Want to Learn more about the Bible? The Theology Programmes Team at St Angela’s College Sligo invites you to sample a short course in Biblical Studies across five weeks this Lent. For beginners, those with a casual interest, and anyone who has questions about the Bible, and its relevance for today’s world. For more information and to reserve a place, contact: [email protected]. 7, 14, 21, 28 March and 4 April 2018 8:00pm – 9:30pm. Cost per evening of €5, or all five evenings €15

Apr
13
Sat
Day of Reflection in Preparation for Holy Week @ Star of the Sea Retreat Centre, Mullaghmore
Apr 13 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Day of Reflection in Preparation for Holy Week
Walking in the footsteps of Jesus. Led by Colette Furlong, Catechist and Liturgist. Sat 13 April 11am – 3pm, Star of the Sea Centre, Mullaghmore. To book call 087-6132985.

Apr
17
Wed
Mass of Chrism @ Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo
Apr 17 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Mass of Chrism
Bishop Kevin invites you to attend the Mass of Chrism on Wednesday 17th April at 7.30pm in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo.  During the Mass, Bishop Kevin will bless and consecrate the oils used in the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Orders and the Sick.  The priests of the diocese will renew their commitment to their priestly ministry.  Refreshments afterwards in the Gillooly Hall.   

May
18
Sat
Come & See! Vocations Retreat
May 18 – May 19 all-day

Please click on image for all pertinent information OR contact Frank McGuinness, Director of Vocations, Diocese of Elphin, on 087 9880690

Jun
21
Fri
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lough Derg @ Lough Derg
Jun 21 – Jun 23 all-day
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lough Derg @ Lough Derg

The Elphin diocese’s fourth annual three-day pilgrimage to Lough Derg will take place from Friday June 21st to Sunday June 23rd 2019.

As well as praying for our personal intentions we will invoke God’s blessing on our parishes and diocese.

Persons interested in participating  are encouraged to forward their name, email address and  / 0r  mobile numbers to Justin Harkin for inclusion in the 2019 Pilgrimage Reminder Service.

Justin can be contacted on his mobile:  087 6171526    or via  email:  [email protected]

Lough Derg 3 Day Pilgrimage 2024

 

Jun
23
Sun
Camino de Santiago: Young Adult Pilgrimage with Bishop Kevin
Jun 23 – Jun 30 all-day

Camino de Santiago: Young Adult Pilgrimage with Bishop Kevin
23rd – 30th June 2019.  18 – 35 age group.  Cost €650. Includes flights, accomodation, 20kg Check-in luggage plus hand luggage, transfers and insurance.  Walking Details: A minimum of 100km walk is required to obtain the “Compostela“, the official accreditation of the pilgrimage of St. James.  This year we will walk the Celtic Camino, which includes an Irish and Spanish Component. In Spain we will walk the Camino Ingles with our starting point at A Coruna, in the north west coast of Spain, finishing in Santiago de Compostela.  This distance is 75km in total and we will walk it over 5 days, approximately 15km per day. In Ireland during the month of May/June we will walk St. Kevin’s way which will make up the additional 25km which is necessary to achieve the Compostela.  For more information, please see www.elphindiocese.ie/camino2019 or contact: Frank McGuinness, Director of Youth Ministry on 087 9880690 or [email protected]

Jul
28
Sun
Garland Sunday at the Holy Well, Carraroe @ Tobernalt, Holy Well, Carraroe, Co Sligo
Jul 28 @ 6:00 am – 1:00 pm
Garland Sunday at the Holy Well, Carraroe @ Tobernalt, Holy Well, Carraroe, Co Sligo

Tobernalt Holy Well – Garland Weekend Programme

Theme: Remembering Penal Ireland; Faith, Perseverance, Commitment


Saturday 27th July

7.00pm   Confession

7.30pm    Evening Mass – The Gift of Our Faith

 

Sunday 28th July

6.00am   Dawn Mass – Camino from St Anne’s Church beginning at 4.45am

10.00am Morning Mass – Penal Ireland – Story and Journey

12.noon  Mass with Prayers for Healing and Anointing of the Sick

 

Walk in Prayer from Darkens to Light

A Camino from St Anne’s Church to the Holy Well will take place on Sunday 28th July beginning at 4.45am to arrive at the Holy Well for 6.00am Mass. This walk recalls our ancestors in Penal Ireland who walked to the Holy Well in fear of their lives to honour the Mass and celebrate the various Sacraments. Everyone can join in this walk and recall this sacred and precious part of our history out of respect for our ancestors.

 

Traffic at the Holy Well for Garland Weekend

Please remember that a one-way system of traffic will operate at the Holy Well for the Garland Weekend. Please follow the direction of the Gardaí and Parish Stewarts who will be on duty. This system will help with the organisation of traffic flow and parking. It will also help with the smooth departure of traffic after Mass.

Aug
18
Sun
Walking Pilgrimage to Knock @ Castlrerea - Knock
Aug 18 @ 6:40 am – 1:40 pm
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock @ Knock Shrine
Aug 18 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock @ Knock Shrine

The annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday 18th August 2019.  Bishop Kevin will be main celebrant and homilist at the 3pm Mass.  The Sacrament of the Sick will precede the Mass at 2.30pm.  All are very welcome!  

 

Aug
22
Thu
Afternoon of Reflection for Teachers & School Leaders @ Donamon Castle, Co Roscommon
Aug 22 @ 11:00 am – 4:30 pm

Afternoon of Reflection for Teachers & School Leaders (Time Out Before We Begin Again!)  taking place in Donamon Castle on Thurs Aug. 22nd (11 – 4.30 pm).  Facilitators:  Fr. Michael Drumm & Sr. Moya Hegarty OSU.  All welcome.  Booking essential.  More details:  www.elphindiocese.ie/time4teachers or ring Justin @ 087 6171526.

Aug
30
Fri
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes @ Lourdes, France
Aug 30 – Sep 4 all-day

The annual Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place from 30th August – 4th September.  

For all the information, to download booking form or to book online, visit http://www.joewalshtours.ie/holidays/pilgrimages-lourdes-elphin