Diocese of GalwayKilmacduagh & Kilfenora

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.

Dioceses of Clonfert and Galway celebrate World Day for Consecrated Life.

The Dioceses of Galway and Clonfert are delighted to invite young adults (18-35) on an unforgettable 10-day adventure of faith and friendship!

"Let us lift our heads, step out of the glare of screens, and embrace life in real time—alive in loving relationships with others and with God, fully living the God-given gift of life."

"Let us lift our heads, step out of the glare of screens, and embrace life in real time—alive in loving relationships with others and with God, fully living the God-given gift of life."

“Christ is alive! He is our hope, and in a wonderful way he brings youth to our world, and everything he touches becomes young, new, full of life. The very first words, then, that I would like to say to every young Christian are these: Christ is alive and he wants you to be alive!” – Pope Francis… Read more...

Pope's Prayer Intentions for 2025The Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network is a pontifical work with the mission of mobilizing Catholics through prayer and action, in the face of the challenges confronting humanity and the mission of the Church. These challenges are addressed in the form of prayer… Read more...

In the gentleness of the Child of Bethlehem, God whispers to the frightened human heart – do not be afraid, trust in me, for together we can conquer all that weighs us down. Hold my hand and let 2025 be the year that together we cross our own “bridge of hope”.

“As we stand before the crib this Christmas, let us pause and wonder at how God reaches out to us in the ordinary situations of our everyday lives.”— Bishop Michael Duignan

Dates and times for confessions, penitential services, and Christmas liturgies in parishes around the diocese.

The Jubilee Year - Pilgrims of HopeIn May, Pope Francis announced the theme for Jubilee Year 2025: Pilgrims of Hope (Spes non Confundit – Hope Does Not Disappoint).

Advent Reflections: Voices from the Church

‘To be a people of hope!' Bishops’ statement for Election 2024 and questions for candidatesRead on or see https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2024/11/20/to-be-a-people-of-hope-bishops-statement-for-election-2024-and-questions-for-candidates/Key takeaways:

Spiritual preparation for Christmas: a set of three talks at 8.00pm on the first three Wednesdays of Advent, held in Áras Naofa, St Oliver Plunkett Church, Renmore.