Diocese of GalwayKilmacduagh & Kilfenora

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.

Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2025, led by Bishop Michael Duignan, 24–30 June 2025. Enquiries to Joe Walsh Tours: tel. 01 2410800, email info@joewalshtours.ie

Three talks to accompany our Lenten journey: Fr Martin Whelan on 12 March, Neasa Flaherty on 19 March, and Br Ronan Sharpley OFM on 26 March. All at 8.00pm in Áras Naofa, St Oliver Plunkett Church, Renmore.

This year’s Worldwide Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Sexual Abuse takes place on 7 March, the first Friday of Lent. The associated prayer is based on the Penitential Rite composed and prayed by Pope Francis.

Poor Clares Galway Monastic Experience Day for women aged 18 to 35 – an opportunity to explore and experience Poor Clare life and spirituality. Saturday 15 March 2025.

“This Novena is for everyone - especially anyone who feels lost, stuck, or in need of clarity. It’s not about having all the answers - it’s about making space to listen, to pray, and to discover how love and hope can bring light, even in the hardest times.”

Step into the Jubilee 2025 Scripture Evenings and rediscover the transformative power of hope through the Word of God.

Together Towards Tomorrow in Hope 2025 – A short report on last week's gathering of clergy and lay staff from both the Diocese of Clonfert and the Diocese of Galway.