News - Bishop Paul Connell
Special event to acknowledge volunteers at St Mel's Cathedral this evening
It starts at 7 o'clock at The Crypt in the cathedral as a thank you to ushers, Eucharistic ministers, readers and other volunteers.
Mar 13, 2026 17:11
Compromise agreed over church reposing
In recent days, the Bishop met with a local delegation.
Mar 4, 2026 13:11
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
Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise pays tribute to Pope Francis
The pontiff died at 7:35am following his long battle with pneumonia and "complex" health conditions.
Apr 21, 2025 09:49
St. Mel's college in Longford likely to see significant works ahead of amalgamation
The new school will be known as Coláiste Mel agus Mhuire and will be based on the St Mel's site.
Jan 2, 2025 11:22
Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise issues Christmas message of 'hope'
In his Christmas message, Bishop Paul Connell is urging those in the Shannonside Northern Sound region to hold on to hope in the face of adversity.
Dec 25, 2024 09:29
Age profile of priests contributing to shortage of clergy in local diocese
A total of eighteen retirements and only one ordination have been recorded in the diocese in the past ten years.
Aug 27, 2024 13:10
Festive season a beacon of hope says Bishop of Ardagh & Clonmacnoise
Bishop Paul Connell said the message of Christmas marked the coming of the light through the birth of Jesus.
Dec 27, 2023 11:30
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 12:57Shannonside Newsletter
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