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Almost 900 Ukrainians living in Roscommon homes this Christmas - as Bishop expresses 'solidarity' with refugees

They're staying in 280 houses around the county.

Dec 23, 2025 16:25

14 parishes in Achonry and Elphin 'joined together'

220 people from parish councils in Achonry and Elphin met in the Abbey Hotel in Roscommon on Saturday.

Nov 11, 2025 12:40

LISTEN: Bishop Kevin Doran says Pope Francis "challenged us to think about what it means to be Christian"

On February 14th, Francis was admitted to hospital for treatment of bronchitis, where he was later diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia.

Apr 21, 2025 11:28

Bishop Kevin Doran officially to take charge of Diocese of Achonry today

His installation Mass takes place in St Nathy's Cathedral in Ballaghaderreen at 3 o'clock this afternoon.

Mar 30, 2025 12:09

Ceremony to mark official installation of new Bishop of Achonry

Kevin Doran was appointed by Pope Francis as bishop of the diocese in February.

Mar 11, 2025 17:26

Appointment of bishop marks hopeful future for St. Nathy's Cathedral

The Diocese of Achonry had been without a bishop for almost a year until Kevin Doran got the job yesterday.

Feb 17, 2025 08:37

INTERVIEW: Bishop Kevin Doran expects local dioceses to merge within two to four years

Bishop Doran recently held six meetings with parishioners on the issue, including in Strokestown, Castlerea and Athlone.

Nov 11, 2024 07:23

Details released on Achonry and Elphin diocesan amalgamation meetings

Bishop Kevin Doran says a potential name or administrative centre for the new diocese had not yet been discussed in detail.

Nov 8, 2024 17:43

Close to 100 people in South Roscommon attend meeting with Bishop

Bishop Kevin Doran was addressing a meeting in Monksland last night to discuss the future amalgamation of the dioceses of Achonry and Elphin.

Sep 26, 2024 07:17

Around 80 people attend first meeting about the merging of Achonry and Elphin

It was hosted by Bishop Kevin Doran, who has led both dioceses since April.

Sep 17, 2024 11:06

LISTEN: Merging of Elphin and Achonry dioceses already a 'done deal', claim parishioners

There are 23 parishes in Achonry, but only five priests under the age of 60.

Sep 17, 2024 00:33

Increase in the numbers attending local Masses - Bishop Paul Dempsey

Paul Dempsey celebrated his final Mass in Ballaghaderreen yesterday, where he was presented with departing gifts.

May 13, 2024 12:42

Much loved bishop to celebrate his final mass in Ballaghaderreen today

The dioceses of Achonry and Elphin are to merge, with the Bishop of Elphin, Kevin Doran, appointed Apostolic Administrator of Achonry.

May 12, 2024 09:17

Local dioceses to merge in a major re-organisation of the Catholic church

The Apostolic Nuncio to Ireland said in time one Bishop will govern both the dioceses of Elphin and Achonry,

Apr 10, 2024 13:03

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