Diocese of GalwayKilmacduagh & Kilfenora

"No exam, not matter how important, can ever define you. You are much more than any exam and much more important in God’s eyes than any grade you might receive." Bishop Michael

“With the gift of faith, [the priesthood] is not only a beautiful life but an entirely possible life.” Bishop Michael Duignan

The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus became deeply rooted in Irish Catholic life from the late 19th century onward. Promoted by missionaries, especially the Jesuits, it gained wide popularity through parish missions, religious orders, and the influence of the French tradition via St Margaret… Read more...

As the Confirmation season draws to a close, we are very grateful to all those involved in the preparation of these students

"Let us not turn away. Let us not grow numb. Let us place this terribly wounded part of our world into the wounded heart of Christ." Bishop Michael

The Board of Management of Coláiste Muire Matháir has announced the appointment of Ms Claire Mac Loughlin as the College’s new Principal.

Join us on Saturday, 14th June 2025 for Dare to Hope, a faith-filled gathering for young adults (ages 18-35) at Knock Shrine’s Youth Village.

The new pope is revealed as Robert Prevost of the US, the first American pontiff in history. He will be known as Leo XIV.

We invite you to join us in prayer as the College of Cardinals gathers in conclave to elect the next pope.

Short Family Prayer for the May Altar

There were joyful scenes at Galway Cathedral on Saturday night as seventeen adults were received into the Catholic Church during the Easter Vigil

A vocation is never a treasure stored away in the heart; rather, it grows and is strengthened within a community that believes, loves and hopes.

The Book of Condolences has now closed at Galway Cathedral.

"The resurrection of Jesus is the source of all Christian Hope."

Divine Mercy is a devotion focused on trusting in Christ’s mercy and showing mercy to others.

Le Chéile promises to be a supportive, informative, prayerful, thought-provoking, and joy-filled time together.

This unique 10-day experience is designed for young adults aged 18–35 and will combine faith, culture, and community in a powerful way.

How I would like for us to look less at screens and look each other in the eyes more!

Here is the schedule for Holy Week and the Easter Triduum in the Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh, and Kilfenora. This is the most significant time in the liturgical calendar, marking the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

In this Jubilee of Hope, you are invited to the Chrism Mass—an essential liturgy in the life of the diocese.