Mercy Day is celebrated annually on the 24th September as the day on which Catherine McAuley, foundress of the Sisters of Mercy, opened the House of Mercy on Baggot Street, Dublin, and dedicated it to Our Lady of Mercy. Birr is blessed to have had a Mercy presence since 1841 when Catherine McCauley and her…
The 4 Provinces of Ireland will walk 33 miles over 3 days. Each Province will carry a piece of the Cross and meet in the centre of Ireland in Clonmacnoise where the cross will be Assembled and exalted.
Day 1 – 14th September – Munster will start their pilgrimage walk at St. Cronans Church Roscrea…
Bookings are now open for the Diocesan Autumn Pilgrimage to Lourdes from 2nd to 7th October. Early booking is advisable as this popular pilgrimage fills very fast! More details from Joe Walsh Tours t: 01 241 0800 or website: joewalshtours.ie
