Diocesan News
Last weekend, altar servers from the parishes of Barryroe and Kilbrittain took part in the filming of new training videos for the Diocese.
The videos will act as a helpful resource for parents and adult volunteers, offering guidance on how to train and form altar servers within their own parishes.
The videos will be available shortly on our website and YouTube channel.
Filming the altar server training videos in Kilbrittain Parish.
Jubilee of Youth Pilgrims reflecting on their Rome pilgrimage experienceThe Cork and Ross Jubilee of Youth Pilgrims met at Mardyke House for an evening of reflection, prayer, and community.
The group gathered to share and reflect on their experiences from the Jubilee of Youth pilgrimage and how it has helped them to grow in their faith. They looked at what faith practices they could introduce in their lives to keep it – such as daily prayer, mass, faith formation programmes and spiritual direction.
Have you wondered about what’s involved in joining a community of women who dedicate their life to service of God and His people?
A new experience is being offered to women who are happy to explore what this means for them
Supported by the Diocese of Cork and Ross and the Diocese of Limerick, a series of gatherings on Saturdays will be held in Charleville in north Cork. The first gathering is on:
Saturday 20 September 2025
Facilitated by Sister Caitríona Kavanagh, O.P. with guest speakers.
Cost: donation only
For questions or more information, please contact Sister Caitríona. Email: womendiscern@corkandross.org
Women's Discernment Group
As thousands of young people across the diocese prepare the receive the results of their Leaving Certificate Examination, Bishop Fintan Gavin asks students to remember that exam results are just one stepping stone in the road of life.
“To all of you receiving your Leaving Cert results this week, whether you are celebrating or feeling disappointed, know this: your worth is not defined by any exam or number,” Bishop Gavin said.
Bishop Fintan Gavin of the Diocese of Cork and Ross is Chair of the Council for Pastoral Renewal and Adult Faith Development.
He also offered a message of reassurance to students who may be disappointed by their results.
“If you didn’t get the points or the place you were hoping for, don’t despair. God has a plan for you. Sometimes, it’s in the moments when our own plans fall through that a greater purpose begins to unfold. I want you to remember that there are many paths forward, and each one is valuable. Stay open, stay hopeful, and trust that your journey is only beginning. You are never alone in it.”
Bishop Fintan Gavin
Lourdes Young Adult Helpers 2024
We have just a couple of spaces left for young adults on our Lourdes pilgrimage.
This is a fantastic opportunity for young adults to assist pilgrims in need, and deepen their faith by experiencing the unique spirituality of Lourdes.
For more information, contact Sheila at youthministry@corkandross.org or call 021 430 1717.
