News - Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise
Former minister remembered for courage during the Troubles at funeral Mass
Mr Cooney was justice minister during the Troubles in the 1970s and served in several other ministries in the 80s.
Dec 11, 2025 13:26
Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise says he'd welcome reduction in number of schools under catholic patronage
Bishop Paul Connell has written to all catholic primary schools in his diocese, in relation to the future ethos of these schools.
Nov 28, 2025 12:30
Changes announced for diocese of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise
The diocese has confirmed that due to the ongoing shortage of clergy, they will be adopting a strategic plan to cluster parishes in order to improve pastoral care.
Aug 25, 2023 12:57
Parishioners welcome Ardagh-Clonmacnoise Bishop elect
The news of the appointment of the new bishop for the diocese of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise has been welcomed by mass goers at St. Mel's Cathedral in Longford this morning.
Apr 5, 2023 17:27
New Bishop elect believes young people are the future of the church
During his address to the congregation of St Mel's Cathedral this morning he emphasised the need to care and respect each other but also to love and respect the world around us.
Apr 5, 2023 13:49
Bishop Francis Duffy will be installed as the Archbishop of Tuam today
Jan 9, 2022 09:26Shannonside Newsletter
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