Plans for change in the Catholic Diocese of Killaloe have been set out as part of a weekend of activities in Ennis.
The Faith Gathering Weekend led by the Bishop of Killaloe has drawn
to a close following events in St. Flannan's College and Ennis Cathedral
which included the launch of a new pastoral plan for the diocese,
entitled "Builders of Hope".
The plan is inspired by the lessons of Pope Francis and follows a public
consultation process throughout Clare and the Killaloe Diocese to
listen to the vision of local people for the future of the Catholic
Church.
Bishop Kieran O'Reilly says he believes local parishes will see
significant changes from the plan, though he admits it will be a slow
process.