Category Archives: Community Involvement

Novel ‘Thank you’ to supporters of Durrus Parish Fête

Posted on September 3, 2016 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

The fame of the Durrus Parish Fête in the Kilmocomogue Union of Parishes held at The Rectory, Durrus, County Cork on the second Wednesday of August every year has gone far and wide.  This year, the organisers found a novel … Continue reading →

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Carrigaline and Crosshaven Holiday Club for Children

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

Carrigaline Union and Templebreedy Group of Parishes in the Diocese of Cork, held a joint Holiday Club for the fifth successive year last week in St Mary’s National School Carrigaline. Forty children and twenty teen helpers (plus ‘Adult’ leaders!) exhausted themselves learning … Continue reading →

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Clergy and Parishioners Join Refugee Walk in Cork

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

A number of clergy and parishioners from the United Dioceses of Cork, Cloyne and Ross took part in the recent Silent Walk marking World Refugee Day (20th June).  People brought along old shoes and at the end of the walk … Continue reading →

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Annual IDAHOT Day Service in Saint Anne’s Church, Shandon, Cork

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

Last Sunday, 22nd May was Trinity Sunday, which highlights the loving unity, harmony and inclusiveness of the Triune God.  This year it coincided with the annual Service in St Anne’s Church,  Shandon, Cork to mark IDAHOT Day (International Day against Homophobia). … Continue reading →

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Charlie Bird’s ‘A Day in May’ Launched in Cork by Bishop Paul Colton

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

Journalist, writer and broadcaster, Charlie Bird was in Cork on Thursday, 19th May for the launch of his book ‘A Day in May: Real Lives, True Stories.’ Bishop Paul Colton was invited by the organisers, author and publishers to launch … Continue reading →

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