New Chaplain to the Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

Posted on December 7, 2014 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

The Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, the Right Reverend Dr Paul Colton, has announced the appointment of the Reverend Elaine Murray, Rector of Carrigaline Union of Parishes as one of his two domestic chaplains.  Elaine will succeed the Reverend Edwin Hunter who is now Priest-in-Charge of Youghal Union of Parishes.

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Earlier in the year, the Bishop also announced the appointment of the Reverend John Ardis as one of his two domestic chaplains.  John Ardis succeeded Canon Eithne Lynch as a domestic chaplain to the Bishop.

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Karen Underwood ~ Seasonal Blues and Gospel Concert at St Fin Barre’s Cathedral Cork

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral, Cork is delighted to be presenting a seasonal concert with renowned Cork based Blues and Gospel singer Karen Underwood on Sunday, 7th December at 7 p.m..  She will be supported by John O’Brien (piano and arrangements), Dave Duffy (bass) and Davie Ryan (drums) and the Cathedral Choir will provide some of the backing vocals on the night.  Karen will be singing Gospel music including Christmas favourites.

Tickets: €10 (Family ticket €20) available at the door.  Proceeds in aid of the Cathedral maintenance fund.

Karen Underwood with accompanist John O'Brien

Karen Underwood with accompanist John O’Brien

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Presentations to Former Principal of Midleton College

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

midleton college logoMr Simon Thompson, who was Principal of Midleton College until last August, returned to the College yesterday for some formal ceremonies of farewell.  Staff and students spoke at a special full assembly of the school (all staff and all students) at midday, when a presentation of an especially commissioned silver scallop shell was made to Mr Thompson. The scallop shell features in the school crest and is the symbol of pilgrimage and journey, as well as of new beginnings in baptism.

In the afternoon the former Principal was entertained by the Parent-Teacher Association and last evening the Board of Governors hosted a dinner for Board members and former Board members as well as Deputy Principals who worked with Mr Thompson.  On behalf of the Boards, the Chairperson, Dr Paul Colton, presented Mr Thompson with a carving of bog oak aptly named ‘New Horizons’ which features a child at its centre.

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Dr Paul Colton, Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, Chairperson of the Boards of Midleton College, makes a presentation to the school’s formal Principal, Mr Simon Thompson and to Ms Grace Hamilton.

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Exhibition of Art and Photography in Douglas Church of Ireland Parish

Posted on November 30, 2014 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

The Douglas Union of Parishes recently held their second Art & Photography Exhibition.

Art and Photography Exhibition in the Canon Packham Hall, Douglas, County Cork

Art and Photography Exhibition in the Canon Packham Hall, Douglas, County Cork

A great weekend began with a wine reception and official opening by artist Glynnis Trinder.  Glynnis commented on the great variety and quality of artwork on display and said the exhibition provided a welcome platform for artists to show their work.  The exhibition attracted a wide range of artists and this year showed the work of several photographers.  

Artist Glynnis Trinder (left), originally from Douglas Parish, opens the Art and Photography Exhibition with (right) the Reverend Sarah Marry, Curate of the Parish.

Artist Glynnis Trinder (left), originally from Douglas Parish, opens the Art and Photography Exhibition with (right) the Reverend Sarah Marry, Curate of the Parish.

Children from St. Luke’s and St. Michael’s schools came along to see their entries to the ‘Mini Masterpieces’ competition.  This second year of the exhibition showed increased momentum with red dots spreading around the Canon Packham Hall throughout the weekend.  The fantastic display of art again provided a colourful backdrop to a great parish social occasion.

Mini-Masterpieces by the children of the Parish.

Mini-Masterpieces by the children of the Parish.

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New Diocesan Youth Worker for Dioceses of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

The Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, has announced the appointment of Ms Kristin Hollowell, as a Diocesan Youth Worker in the Diocese.  Kristin will be based in East Cork and Cork City, and will also spend half her time as lay chaplain at Midleton College, Midleton, County Cork.

Kristin Hollowell, new Diocesan Youth Worker base din East Cork and Cork City, as well as part-time Chaplain at Midleton College.

Kristin Hollowell, new Diocesan Youth Worker base din East Cork and Cork City, as well as part-time Chaplain at Midleton College.

Kristin is originally from Southern California and has been living and working in Ireland for four years.  She spent two years based in Rosscarbery, County Cork, working in the Ross Union of Parishes., before moving to Midleton College as a residential youth worker for two years.

Kristin says:

I cannot wait to get started in my position, to see what new opportunities and adventures we can create for the young people in this Diocese. I am so excited to meet new people, reconnect with old friends and encourage other youth leaders.

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