Eucharistic Congress Bell in Tuam Archdiocese – Some Images

Ballintubber Abbey – Children’s Art Display

Ballintubber Abbey – Children’s Art Display

Carmelite Convent – Knock

Arrival in Tuam Cathedral

Lady’s Well – Athenry

At the Pier on Cill Rónáin – Inis Mór – Aran Islands

Reek Sunday on top of Croagh Patrick
Pictures courtesy of Fr. Pat Farragher.

DYC Tochar Phádraig – Pilgrim Walk – Second Leg

On Saturday almost a hundred hardy souls ventured on the second leg of the ancient pilgrim route from Aughagower to the Reek.  It was a great occasion for all.  The final leg to the top of the Reek in on April 29th.  All welcome to join in the fun!

Fr. Richard Gibbons, New PP of Knock

Archbishop Michael Neary, Tuam, has appointed Rev. Richard Gibbons Parish Priest of Knock in succession to the late Mgr. Joseph Quinn, RIP.  Fr. Gibbons was born in October 1969, a native of Louisburgh, Co. Mayo.  He was educated locally at primary and secondary level obtained degrees in Arts and Law in UCG before starting his [...]

Catholic Grandparents Association Meeting

At a recent meeting of the National Grandparents Association in Knock House Hotel on Monday January 9th, 2012.  Front Row: Ms. Angela Gormally, Ms. Catherine Wiley (Foundress), Ms. Máire Printer (Chairperson).  Back Row: Mr. Stewart Wiley, Mr. Shay Boylan (Outgoing treasurer), Archbishop Michael Neary (Patron), Fr. Richard Gibbonbs (Knock).

Countdown to 50th International Eucharistic Congress

Countdown to 50th International Eucharistic Congress 2012
·        500th volunteer for Congress
·        Aer Lingus announced as official carrier for the Congress
The 50th International Eucharistic Congress (IEC2012) will be held in Dublin from 10 to 17 June 2012 on the theme “The Eucharist: Communion with Christ and with one another”.  The Congress is an international gathering of [...]

Eucharistic Congress Preparation

Volunteers urgently needed for the 50th International Eucharistic Congress 2012
The 50th International Eucharistic Congress 2012 (IEC2012) will take place in Dublin from 10th to 17th June 2012.
Volunteers will have an integral role to play in the success of the Congress. Between two and three thousand volunteers will be needed during the week of the Congress [...]

Director of Pilgrimages

Mr. John B. McLoughlin is director of pilgrimages for the Archdiocese. He organises the diocesan pilgrimage to Knock every year along with a number of other international pilgrimages a number of times a year.  He can be contacted at 087-7627910.

Volunteer to help with Eucharistic Congress 2012

Ireland is privileged to be hosting the International Eucharistic Congress next June, 2012.  You are invited to volunteer to help out for this outstanding occasion.  The high-light of the occasion will be the celebration of the Eucharist in Croke Park.  Details on Eucharistic Congress website.

Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes

The annual diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes is a great occasion that many people look forward to every Summer.  The Pilgrimage is led by Archbishop Michael Neary.  The Spiritual director is Fr. Austie Fergus and organiser is Ms. Sheila Davin.  Bookings are being taken for next year already.  All welcome!

Blessing of new Altar at Kilbannon – Heart of Tuam Archdiocese

On Sunday, September 4th a new altar was consecrated at the holy and ancient site of Kilbannon the place where Tuam Archdiocese had made it’s humble beginnings in the time of St. Benin and St. Jarlath many centuries ago.  Legend had it that Jarlath was an outstanding pupil of Benin, that he sent him forth [...]

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