News - Achonry
Appointment of bishop marks hopeful future for St. Nathy's Cathedral
The Diocese of Achonry had been without a bishop for almost a year until Kevin Doran got the job yesterday.
Feb 17, 2025 08:37
INTERVIEW: Bishop Kevin Doran expects local dioceses to merge within two to four years
Bishop Doran recently held six meetings with parishioners on the issue, including in Strokestown, Castlerea and Athlone.
Nov 11, 2024 07:23
Details released on Achonry and Elphin diocesan amalgamation meetings
Bishop Kevin Doran says a potential name or administrative centre for the new diocese had not yet been discussed in detail.
Nov 8, 2024 17:43
Close to 100 people in South Roscommon attend meeting with Bishop
Bishop Kevin Doran was addressing a meeting in Monksland last night to discuss the future amalgamation of the dioceses of Achonry and Elphin.
Sep 26, 2024 07:17
Around 80 people attend first meeting about the merging of Achonry and Elphin
It was hosted by Bishop Kevin Doran, who has led both dioceses since April.
Sep 17, 2024 11:06
LISTEN: Merging of Elphin and Achonry dioceses already a 'done deal', claim parishioners
There are 23 parishes in Achonry, but only five priests under the age of 60.
Sep 17, 2024 00:33
Increase in the numbers attending local Masses - Bishop Paul Dempsey
Paul Dempsey celebrated his final Mass in Ballaghaderreen yesterday, where he was presented with departing gifts.
May 13, 2024 12:42
Much loved bishop to celebrate his final mass in Ballaghaderreen today
The dioceses of Achonry and Elphin are to merge, with the Bishop of Elphin, Kevin Doran, appointed Apostolic Administrator of Achonry.
May 12, 2024 09:17
Local dioceses to merge in a major re-organisation of the Catholic church
The Apostolic Nuncio to Ireland said in time one Bishop will govern both the dioceses of Elphin and Achonry,
Apr 10, 2024 13:03
Local dioceses pledge accommodation for Ukrainian refugees
It's understood 1,500 beds in church-owned properties around Ireland will be acquired by the Department of Integration to house refugees in the coming weeks.
Aug 4, 2022 13:15Shannonside Newsletter
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