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Appointments and Retirements: June 2026

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The Reverend Canon David Bayne: Rector of Tinahely and Carnew Union, to be Canon Treasurer of St Canice’s Cathedral (Cashel, Ferns & Ossory). Mr Andrew Brooking:...
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Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross Retires

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A packed St Fin Barre’s Cathedral rang to the rafters with song on 18th April 2026, at the farewell service for The Right Reverend Dr...
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The Reverend Dr RSJ Houston McKelvey OBE (1942–2026)

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Houston McKelvey was born in Muckamore, County Antrim, in September 1942. His parents were Robert and Annie McKelvey.  Although his father was originally a...
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First Woman Bishop Announces Retirement

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The woman who made history as the first female bishop in Ireland and the United Kingdom has announced her retirement. The Most Reverend Patricia Storey,...
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Diocesan Clergy Celebrate the Primate’s Threescore Years and Ten!

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The clergy in the Diocese of Armagh recently held a surprise party for The Most Reverend John McDowell, Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of...
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Tribute: The Reverend Canon Sam McComb

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Summary of a tribute by The Venerable Paul Dundas at a Service of Thanksgiving held in Christ Church, Lisburn, Diocese of Connor, on 3rd...
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Tribute: The Reverend Godfrey Declan Burfield Smith

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The Reverend Godfrey Declan Burfield Smith passed away on 2nd January 2026. Son of the late Reverend Canon Thomas Smith and Elizabeth Burfield, Declan...
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Crown Appointments

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THE REVEREND CANON MATTHEW HAGAN MBE His Majesty King Charles III has given his approval for Sir Robert Scott KCVO OBE, as The Lord Lieutenant...
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50th Anniversary of Women Lay Readers in Dublin and Glendalough 

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A special service of Choral Evensong was celebrated to mark a pioneering moment for women in Dublin and Glendalough. On 16th November, a gathering...
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Longest-Serving Bishop to Step Down

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The Right Reverend Dr Paul Colton, the Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, has announced that he will retire in 2026 after nearly three...
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