Galway Cathedral

Galway Cathedral Situated on the banks of the River Corrib in Galway city, Galway Cathedral is the most recently built of Europe's great stone cathedrals.

Galway Cathedral is an oasis of prayer and serenity in the heart of Galway City. It is the seat of the Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh & Kilfenora. The Cathedral of Galway was dedicated on 15 August 1965, and as such is the youngest of Europe's great stone cathedrals. It is dedicated to Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and Saint Nicholas.

The Creation of the WorldThe first window on the far left of the nave, depicts the creation of the world from nothingnes...
21/06/2026

The Creation of the World

The first window on the far left of the nave, depicts the creation of the world from nothingness, as described in Genesis 1.

It is a fitting image for today’s Gospel and for Day for Life. The God who created the world is the same God who notices the sparrow, counts every hair on our heads, and sees every human life.

Every child is a someone, never a something.
Every person is a face, never a problem.
Every life is a gift, never a burden.

The Gospel asks us to build a culture where no one is disposable, no one is invisible, and no one is beyond care.

In the end, the opposite of life is death. So let us be people of life: protecting the vulnerable, supporting the struggling, and reminding every person that their life has dignity and is dear to God regardless of the circumstances one might find themselves.

On this Father’s Day, we give thanks with tender hearts, aware that this day brings joy to some and sorrow to others.We ...
21/06/2026

On this Father’s Day, we give thanks with tender hearts, aware that this day brings joy to some and sorrow to others.

We turn to Saint Joseph the Worker, who cared for Mary and Jesus with humble faith and faithful love. His life reminds us that fatherhood is often lived in hidden sacrifices, daily work, and a heart attentive to God.

We pray for every father and for all who have shown us a father’s love. We remember those who longed for fatherhood, those who carry sadness today, those who miss their fathers, and those whose fathers have gone before us to God.

Saint Joseph, pray for us. May the Lord strengthen all who love and care for others, and may those who grieve today be held close in his mercy.

Amen.

Photo: Mosaic of Saint Joseph the Worker at the Cathedral.

Happy feast of St Anthony of Padua.St Anthony is often called upon when something is lost. Perhaps today we can remember...
13/06/2026

Happy feast of St Anthony of Padua.

St Anthony is often called upon when something is lost. Perhaps today we can remember that we are all lost in some way, and all in need of the Lord who seeks us with mercy.

On this feast, we send warm greetings to the Poor Clare Sisters and to the Franciscan community in our parish. May St Anthony pray for them and for all who come to him with trust.

St Anthony, pray for us.

With great joy and deep gratitude, we celebrated the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, beginning with the Holy Mass and then ...
07/06/2026

With great joy and deep gratitude, we celebrated the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, beginning with the Holy Mass and then walking in procession from the Abbey to the Poor Clare Monastery. Though the wind and rain accompanied us along the way, our hearts were lifted in faith as the Lord Jesus, truly present in the Most Blessed Sacrament, passed through our streets, renewing among us the hope and communion that flow from the Eucharist.

“In the Eucharist Jesus does not give us a ‘thing,’ but himself.” — Pope Benedict XVI

May the Lord bless all who begin their state exams in the morning.
02/06/2026

May the Lord bless all who begin their state exams in the morning.

When we carry the Eucharist through the streets, we carry Christ into the joys and wounds of our world.” Join us for our...
01/06/2026

When we carry the Eucharist through the streets, we carry Christ into the joys and wounds of our world.” Join us for our Corpus Christi procession as we follow Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, praying that his love may bless our homes, our families, and all whom we meet along the way

We were delighted to welcome the Chapel Choir of Aberdeen University to the 6.00pm mass this evening, under the directio...
30/05/2026

We were delighted to welcome the Chapel Choir of Aberdeen University to the 6.00pm mass this evening, under the direction of Stuart Muir and with Andrew Forbes (organist of Glasgow Cathedral) on the organ.

Mass at the Grotto in GreenfieldsThroughout the month of May, the Rosary has been prayed each evening at the grotto in G...
29/05/2026

Mass at the Grotto in Greenfields

Throughout the month of May, the Rosary has been prayed each evening at the grotto in Greenfields. It has been a lovely way for people to gather in prayer and to honour Our Lady during this special month.

As May draws to a close, we will come together for Mass at the grotto on Sunday, 31 May, at 7:30pm. The Mass will be celebrated by Fr John Gerard Acton.

Everyone is warmly invited to join us for this special evening. Whether you have attended the Rosary during the month or would simply like to come along for the Mass, you will be very welcome.

This Sunday, Br Ian will be ordained to the priesthood in Ennis.Having spent his diaconate year serving among us at Galw...
27/05/2026

This Sunday, Br Ian will be ordained to the priesthood in Ennis.

Having spent his diaconate year serving among us at Galway Cathedral, Br Ian has been a great blessing to our community through his generous ministry. From all of us at Galway Cathedral, we give thanks for his time here and assure him of our prayers as he begins this new chapter of priestly ministry.

May the Lord bless him abundantly, and may St Francis guide him always to live close to Christ, close to the poor, and filled with peace and joy. Amen.

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Gaol Road
Galway
H91A780

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Monday 9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 6:30pm
Thursday 9am - 6:30pm
Friday 9am - 6:30pm
Saturday 9am - 6:30pm
Sunday 9am - 7pm

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