Seminar: The Power of Kindness in Dealing with Stress and Anxiety

A workshop about the importance of kindness to self and others in taking care of one’s mental health, including simple strategies and practices to help become more fulfilled and less stressed in day-to-day life. 

Facilitated by teacher, chaplain and accredited life and wellness coach, Lizzie Harrison.

Location:  Croi Nua Spirituality Centre, Rosary Lane, Taylor’s Hill, Galway (H91WY2A)

Saturday 18th April, 2026,   10.00am – 2.00pm

Price:   €30

Book  by emailing   croinuacentre@gmail.com

Lourdes Pilgrimage staff opportunities for young adults

There are opportunities for Young Adults (ages of 18 and 25) to join the the Clonfert, Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora diocesian pilgrimage to Lourdes as a member of the pilgrimage staff.

Dates:   29 June to 4 July, 2026. 

The role involves assisting pilgrims who otherwise would not be able to travel. 

For further information, staff rates and booking forms contact Darina:  phone 085 2288 043 or dmccarthy@clonfertgalway.ie - or speak to your parish priest.

Medjugorje Group Pilgrimage, 2026

 A group pilgrimage between the west-of-Ireland and Medjugorje is being run from 14-21 October 2026.

The Spiritual Directors are Fr Frank O'Grady, Fr Michael Iflora, Fr Jijo Ashariparmbil, Fr Innocent Sunu and Fr Matthew Farrell.

The intended programme is shown on the Marian Pilgrimages website.

Price is €915.   A deposit of €200 is required to secure a booking.   The package includes:

• Flight from Knock to Mostar-Medjugorje.
• Return flight from Split to knock
• 15kg check-in luggage plus carry on per person
• Return transfers to Medjugorje accompanied by a guide
• Full religious program operated by Marian Pilgrimages 
• Full assistance of Marian Pilgrimages guides and representatives throughout the pilgrimage
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
• Mass daily & Spiritual activities (English at 10:00am & Croatian at 6:00pm)
• Accommodation in Exclusive Marian Pilgrimages houses close to St. James' Church
• Daily breakfast and evening meal
• Free Wifi in Guest Houses.

It does not include pilgrimage insurance, single rooms (available for €170 extra) or lunches

For more information, phone Yvonne Igoe 087 417 0959.

Whisper of God - Lent 2026 day retreat at Knock

Whisper of God is a 1-day Silent Retreat at Knock Prayer Centre.

Saturday, March 28 2026, 10am to 5pm.

Step away from the noise of daily life and take sacred time to reconnect with God in the peaceful, prayerful atmosphere of Knock Shrine.

This retreat offers a serene space for quiet prayer, reflection and gentle spiritual guidance. The day includes scripture-based prayer, moments of silence and opportunities for personal reflection.

Cost: €70 (includes refreshments and lunch)

For more information or to book, contact John Farrelly  086 0108623  or email  
prayerguidance@knockshrine.ie

Diocesan Pilgrim for young adults - Spain 2026

Bishop Michael Duignan will lead a Young Adult Pilgrimage to Spain from 11–20 July 2026.

The group will talk one of the world’s great pilgrimage routes, the final 100km of the Camino de Santiago from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela. 

This is an opportunity for 18-35 year-olds to experience the beauty of northern Spain, the joy of reaching Santiago, and the grace that comes with placing one step after another in faith.  The pilgrimage offers space to pray, to reflect and to discover the Lord's call, while sharing the road with other young adults from across the dioceses of Clonfert and Galway.

The packke is €699 per person, and this includes return flights, nine nights’ accommodation with breakfast, and a visit to Finisterre.

Contact youthpilgrimage@clonfertgalway.ie  for more details

Lenten Healing Retreat - Tuam Parish

A Lenten Healing Retreat is being held in Tuam between March 23 to 25, 2006.

It is being led by members of the Limerick-based Franciscan Friars of Renewal.

Sessions are at 7:30pm each evening, in the Cathedral of the Assumption, Tuam.

Life in the Spirit seminar, May 2026

The Holy Family Prayer Group are organising a  Life in the Spirit seminar in Galway,  running over seven Sunday evenings from 19 April 2026.

Location should be confirmed with the organiser:  The poster shows a residential address near Moycullen (H91F38E.

Programme

Week 1 - God's law:  Mass celebrated by Fr Martin Whelan, and seminar introduction with Angela Staunton.

Week 2 - Salvation.  Speaker Nicola Blendell.

Week 3 - New Life.  Speaker  Andrew Marmion

Week 4 - Receiving God's Gifts.  Speaker Denis King.

Week 5 - Mass with Fr John Mockler, with Baptism in the Spirit

Week 6 - Growth.  Speaker Anto Crossley Narrowgate - YouTube

Week 7 - Transformation in Christ - Revealing of Gifts.  Aidan Bond, Holy Souls Cruisade.

Enquiries and registration 

phone Sandra  085 151 5119  or   Don 085 724 7188

Cost

There will be a collection nightly to cover costs. 

Youth 2000 Spring retreat for Connaught, 2026

The Youth 200 spring retreat for Connaught will be a day retreat at Knock Shrine on 25th April 2026.

 Thisis for young people age 16-35.

It is a donation only event

 You need to register in advance at www.youth2000.ie

A Light in the Night: Adoration in the Abbey

This is a time of adoration, accompanied by music and with an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.  

It is held in the Franciscan Abbey in St Francis Street, from 9-11pm on the 2nd Saturday of most months.  Check their socials to confirm which months it is on - they are holding it in March 2026.

Franciscan "Come and see" for men

This is a weekend retreat for young men who are thinking about joining the Franciscan order of brothers and priests.   It is happening in April 2026.

To learn more, Friar Liam by email:   IrishFranciscansOFM@gmail.com

Reclaiming our Celtic Spirituality: The Relevance of our Celtic Heritage for Today

Update: 

This seminar has been cancelled.

 

A one day workshop, facilitated by Presentation Sister and retreat-director, Sr Trinita Laffan.

An invitation to rediscover the wisdom of our Celtic spiritual heritage and explore its meaning and relevance in today’s world. This event  offers an opportunity to reconnect with a spirituality deeply rooted in the sacredness of creation and the rhythms of life.

Saturday March 21st, 2026,   10.00am to 4.00pm.

Fee: €40

Venue: Croi Nua Spirituality Centre, Rosary Lane, Taylor’s Hill, Galway (H91WY2A)

Email: croinuacentre@gmail.com

Phone: 085 7829855

"Into the Deep" - a Lent discussion programme for young adults

 

A six-week Lenten programme for people age 18-35.

Dates:   25 February, 4, 11, 18, and 25 March, 1 April 2026

Time:   6:45pm - 8pm - with tea/coffee afterwards

Location:   St Ignatius Church, 26 Sea Road, Galway

Beginning Experience West of Ireland residential weekend

Beginning Experience Residential Weekend

27 - 29 March 2025

Venue:   Star of the Sea Retreat Centre, Mullaghmore, Co Sligo

Contact for more details:   Maureen  087 6646-896

About Beginning Experience

The Beginning Experience is an internationally-recognised peer-led programme to listen to, accompany and heal men and women who have experienced the loss of a husband, wife or partner through death, separation or divorce.

It  is especially for people who are struggling with the loss of a spouse / partner, who finds they need more support than friends and family can provide.

The programme is based in Catholic tradition, and was founded by a Catholic nun and includes  Catholic elements (eg Mass reconciliation).   However the program is open to people of all Christian faiths and backgrounds.

See more on their website:   https://beginningexperienceGBandI.org/

Prayer, Praise, Worship and Healing with Maria Vardia

 

An afternoon of Prayer, Praise, Worship and Healing with Maria Vadia - whose worldwide ministry transforms lives and brings healing through the Word of God.

Claddagh Church hall

Sunday 22 March 2026, 1-7pm

with Mass in the adjoining church at 7:30pm

Enquiries phone Tom Kearney 087 6209090  or   Maura Grealish 087 251 0003

Féileacáin - Spring service remembering babies lost before birth

 

Féileacáin, a non-profit organiation which provides support to anyone affected by the death of a baby during pregnancy or after (ie stillbirth and neonatal death support)  in Ireland is holding a spring Remembrance Service in Holy Family Church, Mervue, on Sunday 8th March 2026 at 8pm.

All are welcome

https://feileacain.ie/

Helpline phone number:  085 2496464

Mother's Prayers annual retreat at Knock - 2026

 

Venue:  

ST JOHN’S REST AND CARE CENTRE

 

Date: 

FRIDAY 10th  TO SUNDAY THE 12th MARCH 2017

Programme 

MASS ON FRIDAY EVENING AT 8.30

SATURDAY:   Registration 9 am (No cover charge) Meeting starts at 9.30

SUNDAY:       9.30 start and finishes with Mass at 12.15

 

Enquiries

Phone 091 771009,   087 6184110 or email ireland@mothers prayers.org.

 

You do not have to be a mother to be part of ‘Mothers Prayers’

Hour of Prayer for World Peace

An Hour of Prayer for World Peace and for all affected by civil unrest.

Galway Cathedral

Monday, 16th March

8–9pm