Cathedral News

Jesus had been teaching in Galilee, where he got a reasonably friendly reception. Now he was moving northwards.

We are delighted to welcome Fr John Gerard Acton, who has taken up his appointment as curate at Galway Cathedral.

Isaiah spoke about what happens when God is present to people. Life is restored in that the desert is watered and people are healed of their disabilities.

Jesus directed some of his harshest criticism towards the pharisees and scribes. They were supposed to give leadership to the Jewish people, since they were experts in the Law.

Today’s theme is commitment. Joshua asked the Israelites to make a choice between the God who brought them out of Egypt or the gods of their neighbours.

The Orthodox and Eastern Catholic tradition teaches that when Mary’s life came to an end she fell asleep.

St John Vianney, Curé of Ars and patron of parish priests, is remembered on 4 August.

John developed his theology of the Eucharist, starting with his account of the feeding of the five thousand.

The people of Israel must have had very short memories if they looked back to their captivity in Egypt with nostalgia.

Rev. John Gerard Acton will be ordained to the priesthood on Sunday 1 August at 3:00pm. The ceremony may be watched via live stream.