Episcopal Ordination of Fr Paul Dempsey as Bishop of Achonry
Sunday was a day of immense joy for Kildare and Leighlin to see one of our own, Fr…
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A Prayer as we Reopen Schools
A Prayer as We Reopen Schools Priests in all our parishes are being asked to pray the  ‘Prayer…
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Season of Creation
The Season of Creation has a special significance for the Catholic Church, particularly since Pope Francis established 1…
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Come to the Table of the Lord – Preparing for...
‘Come to the Table of the Lord’ is a new three part video series to help those preparing to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion for the first time.
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Homily by Bishop Denis on the Feast of St Clare
Feast of St. Clare:                                                                    11.08.20 St. Clare’s Church, Graiguecullen @ 10am Introduction: We gather within the extraordinary…
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Very Rev Patrick (Pat) Breen PE, RIP
Funeral Arrangements Reposing in St Michaels Church, Timahoe from 12 noon on Friday August 14th with Prayer Service…
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Health & Wellbeing Co-Ordinator Position Available
Please see attached advertisement for part time position within the diocese. Carebright Position Aug 2020 Health & Wellbeing…
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Important Covid 19 Update for Laois, Kildare and Offaly 07...
Funeral attendance information amended 08 Aug 2020. In order to comply with latest measures from Government and Department…
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Come Holy Spirit – Preparing for Confirmation
I welcome the new three part video series, Come Holy Spirit, which has been developed to accompany parents…
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Diocesan Appointments 2020
Diocesan Appointments 2020 These have been a very difficult few months on all of us, our parishes, our…
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K&L Virtual Choir: A Hymn of Hope – The Clouds...
Today, our Virtual Recording ~ A Hymn of Hope ~ The Clouds Veil goes live. On behalf of…
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Job Vacancy – Naas, Sallins, Two Mile House Parishes
The Parishes of Naas, Sallins and Two Mile House are served by the one Parish Team. Our pastoral…
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Government announce review of numbers allowed to attend Mass
Please see below the relevant press release highlighting the latest State guidance for `Places of Worship’. Places of…
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V. Rev Edward (Ned) Whelan PE, RIP
Funeral Arrangements Reposing in St Peter and Pauls Church, Ballon from 12noon tomorrow (Thursday 25 June), concluding with…
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Adoremus 2020
Adoremus 2020, a joint initiative between the National Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration and the Bishops’ Conference, was due…
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Statement from Father Paul Dempsey, PP, Bishop-elect of the Diocese...
Statement from Father Paul Dempsey, PP, Bishop-elect of the Diocese of Achonry Father Paul Dempsey, Parish Priest of…
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June Ministry Update
Follow the link here to read the latest edition of Ministry Update. In it you’ll find information on…
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Preparing for Baptism
The baptism of a child marks a very joyful time in the life of every family and in…
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Bishop Denis’ Homily for the Feast of Corpus Christi 2020
Feast of the Body & Blood of Christ, Cathedral of the Assumption, Carlow, Sunday 14 June 2020. Introduction:…
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Prayer for use in Virtual Graduations
A Graduation Prayer for the 6th Class of 2020 is available as a resource for schools and parishes…
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Kildare and Leighlin Sings ‘A Hymn of Hope’
Kildare and Leighlin Sings ‘A Hymn of Hope’ Dear Friends, I hope this finds you all safe and…
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Homily of Bishop Denis at the re-dedication Mass in The...
Trinity Sunday 07.06.2020, 12noon Church of the Assumption, The Heath Rededication Mass Music: June & Paula Hennessy, Members of…
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COVID-19 Diocesan Update 5.6.2020
COVID-19 Diocesan Update: A couple of points just to bring to your attention: A Roadmap for Returning to…
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