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Cork, Cloyne and Ross at the General Synod of the Church of Ireland 2026

The Church of Ireland General Synod 2026 was held in the Slieve Donard Hotel in Newcastle, Co Down from Thursday, 7th May to Saturday, 9th May 2026. For the first time since 2019 members of Synod gathered in person for … Continue reading

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Three Cork, Cloyne and Ross Churches Leading the Way in Sustainability

Three parishes from the Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross were among those recognised in a new competition encouraging churches to take practical steps to reduce carbon emissions, with the winners announced after the close of business on the opening … Continue reading

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Reflections on the Music at the Farewell Service for Bishop Paul Colton

Music has always been at the heart of worship in this diocese, and for his farewell service, Bishop Paul Colton chose each piece with particular care. What follows is a selection of the music heard on the day, each accompanied … Continue reading

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‘The Glory of Easter’ – An Invitation to Attend Bishop Paul Colton’s Farewell Service online

On Saturday, 18th April 2026, the Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, the Right Reverend Dr Paul Colton, will preside at a Diocesan Service for the last time as bishop of the diocese. The Service will be a Diocesan Celebration … Continue reading

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Summer, Sunshine, Sacred Music: St Fin Barre’s Cathedral travels to Mallorca for Annual Choir Tour

St Fin Barre’s Cathedral Choir were on tour in Mallorca for five days during the week following Easter.  Thirty eight people travelled including thirty two singers. They were staying in the retreat centre Santuari de Lluc, the holiest site on the … Continue reading

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