On 29th November 2013 44 young people from the diocese were awarded Papal Crosses, Gold and Bronze Pope John Paul II Awards in recognition of their selfless contribution to their parish and wider community. Bishop Leo, in his address, complimented and congratulated all the recipients on what he hoped is the beginning of a life […]
Child Safeguarding Statement by Bishop Leo O’Reilly Bishop of Kilmore 3 November 2013 The policy of the diocese of Kilmore is that in all matters relating to child safeguarding, the safety and welfare of children are an overriding concern. It is in that context that I deeply regret to say that I have received a […]
Homily at the Funeral Mass of Fr. Edward Burns. Fr Eddie Burns spent the last 8 years of his ministry here in Maudabawn and it was his wish that, when he died, he would be brought to repose in this church and that his funeral Mass would be celebrated here. And we are carrying out […]
STATEMENT BY BISHOP LEO O’REILLY ON THE APPOINTMENT OF FR. FRANCIS DUFFY AS BISHOP OF ARDAGH AND CLONMACNOIS I warmly welcome the appointment of Fr Francis Duffy of the diocese of Kilmore to be Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnois to succeed Bishop Colm O’Reilly. I congratulate Bishop Colm on completing a very long and profoundly […]
FUNERAL MASS FR PATRICK SULLIVAN “The Spirit of the Lord has been given to me, for the Lord has anointed me. He has sent me to bring Good News to the poor.” These words from the prophet Isaiah in the first reading give us the key to Fr Paddy Sullivan’s life, as a man, a […]
KILMORE PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK 16 JUNE 2013Bishop Leo O’Reilly Earlier this year I asked all our priests to encourage people to take part in this year’s pilgrimage to Knock Shrine as part of their celebration of the Year of Faith. I am delighted to see so many people here today and also happy that our […]
