Bishop Fintan warmly invites all parishioners to join in the celebration of the Mass of Chrism on Holy Thursday (April 2nd 2026) at 10am in the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne.

The Chrism Mass is a high point in the life of a diocese each year. It is a public celebration of the family of faith: people, priests, deacons, and religious gathered together in communion with the Bishop. During this liturgy, the sacramental oils are blessed and consecrated, and the priests, together with the Bishop, renew their priestly promises.

This is the only Mass celebrated in the diocese on Holy Thursday morning. This highlights our unity as one diocesan family and our shared belonging to the family of God.

Overflow parking is available at St. Anthony’s Convent, with light refreshments afterwards in the Cathedral Visitors’ Centre. All are welcome to attend.

Young adults were invited to an information evening to learn more about the Diocese of Cork and Ross pilgrimage to Lourdes as Young Adult Helpers in September 2026.

Attendees heard details about the upcoming pilgrimage, which will take place from 18th–23rd September 2026, and the important role Young Adult Helpers play in supporting pilgrims while in Lourdes.

The evening offered an opportunity to better understand what is involved on the pilgrimage, as well as to reflect on the personal and spiritual benefits of taking part. While on pilgrimage, there will be opportunities for prayer, formation, and reflection, providing young adults with a meaningful way to grow in faith while serving others.

Attendees at the Lourdes Young Adult Helper Information Evening

Bishop Fintan with Bishop Phonsie at the book launch of 'Priesthood in Ireland Today'

Priesthood in Ireland Today, a new book edited by Bishop Phonsie Cullinan (Bishop of Waterford & Lismore), was launched on Monday, 23 March at Mardyke House, Cork.

The publication brings together 16 reflections from a range of contributors, exploring the role of the priest in contemporary Ireland as leader, prophet, pastor, and servant. The book includes a contribution from one of our own priests, Msgr Gearóid Dullea.

The book seeks to offer encouragement to those discerning a vocation to the priesthood, while also reflecting on the meaning and challenges of priestly ministry in today’s world.

Speaking at the launch, Bishop Phonsie highlighted key themes emerging from the contributions and the importance of supporting vocations in the modern Church. He also met attendees afterwards and signed copies of the book.

People who were unable to attend Bishop Fintan’s father’s funeral in Dublin will have an opportunity on Sunday to extend prayerful sympathy.

The Cathedral Family of Parishes invites people to a Month’s Mind Mass in the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork, for the late Michael Gavin.

Bishop Fintan’s father, Michael, died on Feb 15^th in Dublin.

Bishop Fintan will be the principal celebrant of the Mass on Sunday 29^th March at 11.30am and all are welcome. 

Cathedral's location

The late Michael Gavin

At the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Anne, Cork, where Paul Ryan was instituted as an Acolyte.

A Timoleague parishioner has taken the final step in his formation before being ordained a permanent deacon in our diocese.

On Sunday, at Mass in the Cathedral in Cork, Bishop Fintan Gavin instituted Paul Ryan as an acolyte.

Bishop Fintan explained the meaning of this step.

“The ministry itself is simple and practical — assisting at the altar, serving the celebration of the Mass, and helping in the distribution of Holy Communion.”

But its meaning is much deeper, Bishop Fintan said.

“It’s about being close to Christ in the Eucharist, the source of life, and allowing that closeness to shape the whole of one’s life.