Posted: 18/07/2017
National Church collection on 22/23July in aid of 25m people facing hunger crisis in east-Africa:
Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia and Ethiopia
Posted: 31/08/2016
Bereavement Counselling (By Appointment)
Posted: 03/08/2016
At a meeting of the Diocesan College of Consulters on Tuesday 2 August, Canon Michael McLoughlin, the Parish Priest of Moycullen, was elected as Diocesan Administrator for the Dioceses of Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora. He takes up this responsibility immediately.
Posted: 03/08/2016
Most Reverend Martin Drennan, Bishop of Galway, Kilmacduagh and Apostolic Administrator of Kilfenora, has made the following diocesan appointments with effect from Friday 12 August 2016:
Posted: 29/07/2016
The retirement has been announced of Most Reverend Martin Drennan DD as Bishop of Galway & Kilmacduagh and Apostolic Administrator of Kilfenora. His retirement takes effect from Friday 29 July 2016.
Posted: 22/07/2016
Fr. Michael Conway will explore "How Mercy Transforms the Heart" on
Date: Saturday 24th September 2016
Venue: Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Newtownsmith,
Time: 10a.m - 3.30p.m
Cost: €20
Posted: 02/06/2016
Applications are invited for the post of Youth Ministry Support Co-ordinator in the Galway Diocesan Pastoral Centre.
Posted: 07/04/2016
"Mercy & the Underdeveloped Heart" (Part 2) Fr. Michael Conway.
Date: Thursday 21st April.
Venue: Diocesan Pastoral Centre,
Time: 7.30p.m
Posted: 23/02/2016
You are invited to join a new Study Group which begins on Monday 14th March 2016.
The Catechism presents the full teachings of the Catholic Faith.
The course will be of interest to:
Posted: 22/02/2016
The dates of the Galway Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes are July 1st to July 6th.
The Pilgrimage will be led by the Diocesan Administrator, Canon Michael McLoughlin.
Posted: 21/12/2015
Fr. Michael Conway on "Mercy and the underdeveloped heart" Thursday 25th February @ 7.30p.m. To commemorate the Year of Mercy as designated by Pope Francis the Pastoral Centre is offering a series of talks during Lent.
Posted: 15/12/2015
Led by Charlie Davy, SJ & Moira McDowall, RLR this is a day for past participants of our diocesan training course as well as those who have the desire to become involved in RCIA or baptismal programmes in their parish.
Posted: 11/12/2015
Teresa O’Donoghue, Doolin, Co. Clare, was recently awarded a papal Benemerenti Medal in recognition of her many decades of service to the Lord and to his community. She is pictured here with Fr Conor Cunninham.
Posted: 25/11/2015
This is a group for people affected by the drug/alcohol use of family or friends. It offers time and space to meet people in a similar situation and find new ways to cope. The group is open to anyone over the age of 18. It is a confidential and supportive space.
Posted: 20/11/2015
An Evening of Sung Prayer for all the Faithful Departed takes in Galway Cathedral:
Date:Tuesday 24th November.
Time: 7.30p.m
Evening Prayer will be followed by a talk on Liturgical Music by Don Columba McCann of Glenstal Abbey.
Posted: 10/11/2015
The evening will offfer an opportunity for healing and hope as we remember our dearly departed ones in:
Posted: 10/09/2015
Bereavement Support Group:
Thursdays for eight weeks
Beginning 17th September @ 7.30p.m.
Journey of Faith: Fr. Gerard McCarthy SVD.
Thursdays for six weeks
Beginning 24th September @ 7.30p.m.
Posted: 17/06/2015
The 2016 International Eucharistic Congress takes place in Cebu in the Philippines next January. Joe Walsh Tours is offering packages to those interested in attending.
Posted: 04/06/2014
Towards Peace is a National Initiative of the Episcopal Conference recently set up to help survivors of sexual abuse by Church personnel. It is a spiritual support service for survivors that are interested in engaging with their faith.
Posted: 15/04/2014
National Office Recommendations............. Action Taken
Posted: 05/02/2014
Parish Pastoral Council day..."Equipping Parishes for Mission"
Filed under: Parish, Pastoral Centre
Day for Parish Pastoral Councils… “Equipping Parish Pastoral Councils for Mission”… January 25th 2014, Menlo Park Hotel.
Posted: 25/11/2013
Bereavement Support Group for 8-10 people will be offered in the Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Arus de Brun, Newtownsmith in Autumn 2014. The group will run for 8 weeks and will be facilitated by professional personnel.
Posted: 05/09/2013
Unit 2 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church resumes on Tuesday 17th September, 2013
Posted: 24/04/2013
The Audit Report on the safeguarding practices in the diocese has been published, and is available here.
Posted: 10/12/2012
Beginning Experience is a structured Programme for men and women who have lost a spouse/partner through death, separation or divorce - for at least one year.
For more information contact Mary 087-2613541, Ann 087-7854990 or Martin 086-2238085
Posted: 12/11/2011
Topics / Skills covered will include Connecting with your Teenager, Listening, Encouraging Teenagers, Managing conflict and Applying Consequences
