Diocese of Clogher

15/09/2026

CONFIRMATION DATES for 2027 across the Diocese of Clogher - Veni Sancte Spiritus!

Below are the dates for the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation in parishes across the Diocese of Clogher in 2027. What is Confirmation? Confirmation is the sacrament that completes Baptism; in it the gift of the Holy Spirit is bestowed upon us. Anyone who freely decides to live a life as....

14/09/2026

Happy Birthday Pope Leo!!

Today, we join with Catholics around the world in wishing Pope Leo XIV a very happy birthday!

We give thanks for his faithful leadership and his generous service to the Church. May the Lord bless him with wisdom, strength and joy as he continues to guide God’s people and share Christ’s message of hope and peace.

Please join us at Lough Derg in remembering the Holy Father in prayer today.

Happy Birthday, Pope Leo!

07/09/2026

The Annual Mass for Families will take place at St Patrick’s Church, Bawn, Co Monaghan (Eircode A75 FY98) on Sunday 27 September at 11.30am.

The relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux and Sts Louis and Zelie Martin will be present. Blessings GNS with the relics will take place after the Mass.

01/09/2026

The Diocese of Clogher mourns the death earlier this morning of Fr Jim Moore, Parish Priest of Clones and also Parish Priest of Killeevan-Currin- Aghabog. Fr Jim died in hospital in Belfast following a lengthy illness which he bore with great dignity.

www.clogherdiocese.ie/2026/09/bishop-duffy-pays-tribute-to-the-late-fr-jim-moore-pp

17/08/2026

Diocesan Changes 2026

Bishop Larry Duffy has announced the 2026 diocesan changes, taking effect from 1 September.

Please keep in your prayers all those beginning new ministries, taking on new responsibilities or retiring, and the parish communities they will serve.

Read the full announcement here: www.clogherdiocese.ie/2026/08/clogher-diocesan-changes-2026/

Pray for our priests and for vocations to the priesthood.

13/08/2026

Prayers for all our young people across the diocese receiving AS, A-Level and BTEC results this morning.

Today, many young people are receiving their exam results.

Whatever is written on that piece of paper today, remember that your results do not define your worth, your potential or the person you are becoming. Be proud of the journey you have made, and trust that God walks with you into whatever comes next.

🙏 A prayer for today:
Lord, be close to all those receiving their results today. Give them peace in moments of uncertainty, joy in moments of celebration, and courage when things have not gone as hoped. Guide their steps and remind them that they are loved beyond measure. Amen.

Whatever today brings, keep going, keep trusting, and remember that God is with you.

10/08/2026

Pilgrims of Lough Derg

“We've always come here for a day retreats and we decided that we had to come for the three-day pilgrimage. Every time that we came over, there was staff who encouraged us.

We've travelled to Rome together for the Jubilee, and we've travelled to Lourdes together, and so why not go on pilgrimage in our diocese? The true pilgrimage. It's definitely not a holiday!

We're very much involved in the life of the Church. We're members of the steering committee for Clogher don Óige (youth ministry in the Diocese of Clogher) bringing faith and formation to young people.

I thought the station prayers were going to be longer and more difficult. On vigil, it was actually staying awake between the stations that I found most difficult. We also had the opportunity to lead a station as well. It was a nice thing to be able to do.

The second day, is probably the hardest. During the free time, when there’s nothing much to do… except trying not to sleep.

Do not be afraid to come. Try to find somebody to go with. The three of us being here together has definitely helped. I was speaking to people who came on their own and they're having the best experience, but, I suppose, if you are nervous, maybe bring someone along.”

09/08/2026

🌊 When the storms come…

Today’s Gospel reminds us that even when the waves are rising and the boat is being tossed around, Jesus is there.

We all have storms in our lives — pressure at school or work, friendships that are difficult, worries about the future, struggles we don’t always tell anyone about.

Sometimes it can feel like God is far away.

But He isn’t.

You are never facing the storm alone. Jesus is with you in the middle of it — even when you can’t see Him, even when you’re afraid, even when you don’t know what happens next.

Whatever you’re facing today, bring it to Him.

🙏 Jesus, be with us in our storms. Help us to trust that You are always near.

04/08/2026

Wow! What a transformation!

The front facade and Rose Window at the Cathedral are now visible after the completion of the most recent phase of restoration and conservation work.

31/07/2026

Transport is being organised for the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock by a number of parishes and pastoral areas, details of some of these are below.

If not listed, please check your parish bulletin/newsletter for details in your area.

Monaghan & Rackwallace Parish
A bus will be departing from the parish at 8am on the day, cost €25 per person.
To book phone:
Geraldine 0876646818, Adrian 0877859582, Paula 0876286966

Enniskillen Parish
Bus leaving from Saint Michael’s Bookshop, time to be confirmed.
To book, call Pat Clarke: 07788433683 or Adrian Brophy: 07817451959

Muckno Parish (Castleblayney – Clontibret – Monaghan)
Bus departing Castleblayney at 7am – €20 return
Booking essential, call Mary 0874187793 or Rosaleen 0879717447