In the summer of 2021 Bishop Fintan Gavin encouraged the Diocese of Cork & Ross to face some new realities and challenges

He restated his commitment to the formation of “Families of Parishes” in the including a re-configuration of the parishes for mission

What is a “Family of Parishes”?

It describes the creation of a bond between a group of parishes in order to sustain their pastoral life. Practically this means parishioners, lay people, clergy and religious communities sharing resources, responsibilities, and ministry, strengthening our unity as one Body of Christ.

This particular Family of Parishes at ParishesTogether.ie is located to the northeast of the diocese and includes the four Parishes of:

Carraig na bhFear

Glanmire

Glounthaune

Watergrasshill & Glenville

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Location Map of the Eight Churches

Fr Christopher FitzgeraldFr Christy Fitzgerald
Fr Patrick FogartyFr Patrick Fogarty
Canon Martin KeohaneCanon Martin Keohane
Fr Pat NugentFr Pat Nugent
Fr Damian O’MahonyFr Damian O’Mahony
Deacon David LaneDeacon David Lane