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Pope Francis appoints Bishop Kevin Doran as Bishop of Achonry

The announcement was made this morning during mass at the Cathedral of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Nathy in Ballaghaderreen.

Feb 16, 2025 11:43

Local Priest remembered as a devoted son and brother at funeral mass

The Funeral mass of Fr Donal Morris has taken place this afternoon after he passed away, aged in his early 50s.

Jan 20, 2025 13:37

Youngest Irish-born priest in Diocese of Elphin passes away

Fr. Donal Morris who was the Parish Priest of Kilbegnet and Glinsk, died yesterday morning.

Jan 17, 2025 08:08

Bishop of Elphin urges public to reach out to vulnerable people

Kevin Doran says, in his own life, Jesus was twice a refugee himself.

Dec 25, 2024 13:24

Bishop of Elphin calls for more Garda resources in Shannonside region

Kevin Doran also now leads the Diocese of Achonry, which includes Ballaghaderreen.

Nov 12, 2024 13:47

Bishop doesn't expect cathedral downgrade following dioceses merger

The historic building is the cathedral church of Achonry, which is set to amalgamate with the Diocese of Elphin.

Nov 11, 2024 14:10

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

Parishioners claim they weren't informed of dioceses amalgamation meeting

Around 100 people gathered in the Athlone Springs Hotel in Monksland last night to share their views.

Sep 26, 2024 13:43

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

Just five priests under the age of 60 in Diocese of Achonry

Around 80 people attended a meeting in Strokestown last night to discuss the future of two local Dioceses.

Sep 17, 2024 13:21

Bishop to host meeting on future of local dioceses this evening

It was announced in April the dioceses would 'begin a process of leading towards a closer union'- and Bishop Doran now heads both of them

Sep 16, 2024 13:11

Bishop of Elphin apologises to victims of historic sexual abuse

In a statement released this afternoon, Bishop Kevin Doran said it would be naive to suggest child abuse wasn't a reality in schools which weren't run by Catholic religious orders.

Sep 5, 2024 16:57