Diocese of Derry

Aug

09

Homily - 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Bishop McKeown

News Bishop's Homilies and Statements

Sunday, 9 August 2020 If you have been following St Matthew's Gospel over the last months, it is easy enough to see the story developing - Jesus annou...

Aug

07

Preparing for Confirmation - Come Holy Spirit

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The Sacrament of Confirmation confirms the presence of the Holy Spirit in each one of us. The word 'confirmation' comes from the two root words - 'to ...

Mar

12

Parish churches in the Diocese of Derry with live Mass broadcasts

News Pastoral Support & Guidance

Those who are unable to attend weekend Masses in their parish are encouraged to mark Sunday as well as they can by participating in Masses which are t...

Aug

05

Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of John Hume

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The Funeral Mass was held today, Wednesday, 5 August for the late John Hume RIP at 11:30am in the Cathedral of Saint Eugene, Derry. The Mass was celeb...

Aug

03

UPDATE: Information for the Funeral of John Hume RIP

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The Hume Family ask that people stay at home this evening as Mr Hume's remains are brought to St Eugene's Cathedral, Derry This evening the removal of...

Aug

03

Homily - 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Bishop McKeown

News Bishop's Homilies and Statements

Sunday, 2 August 2020 The 'news' referred to at the beginning of the Gospel passage is the death in prison of John the Baptist. Not surprisingl...

Aug

03

Statement on the death of John Hume RIP by Bishop Donal McKeown

News Bishop's Homilies and Statements

The death of John Hume, one of the greatest peacemakers and champions of social justice of our time, will be felt by many people locally and around th...

Jul

29

Life to the Full - Radio Maria featuring the Diocese of Derry

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Life to the Full with Eileen O'Driscoll and Joyson Joy is a weekly radio programme on Radio Maria Ireland. Broadcast every Wednesday at 6:10pm the pro...

Jul

23

DYC Gap Year - An opportunity to support our young people in our diocese

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The Derry Youth Community (DYC) support all of the youth activities within the Diocese of Derry. DYC are seeking new members to join. This is a fantas...

Jul

26