Highlights: Annual diocesan Assembly 2025

Clergy and parishioners reflecting and sharing the Goodnews...

The annual diocesan assembly took place on 4th October 2025, at Castletroy Park Hotel, bringing together clergy and parishioners for a day of reflection and sharing. The event featured an inspiring overview video and photographs celebrating the Jubilee Year.

The words of welcome were given by Bishop Brendan Leahy. Anton Carroll reflected on the Monaleen Parish Retreat at Glenstal Abbey, describing it as a time of prayer and renewed faith. While Paudie Hurley gave a brief on Youth Ministry in the Diocese. James Connery discussed Youth Ministry initiatives, while Sean Campbell shared his uplifting experience at the Youth Pilgrimage to Rome. Additionally, in a video presentation, Fr. Tim Collins, newly ordained for the Diocese of Limerick, shared his inspiring story of vocation to the priesthood.

Ann Mulcahy and Tony Mullins spoke about the International Women’s Day conference and prayer for peace. Fr. Eamonn and Tony presented the parish consultation process and Synodal updates, with hymns led by Miriam Dawson.