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"Modelling Ministry on Christ" - Masters in Catholic School Leadership Graduation

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The 29th March 2019, was a very special day as the first cohort of students, based at the Derry Saturday School, received their Masters in Catholic School Leadership from Vice-Chancellor, Francis Campbell, at Saint Mary's University, Twickenham. In his opening address, Professor John Charmley, Pro Vice-Chancellor, warmly welcomed the Bishop of Derry, Most Rev Donal McKeown and g...

Teaching Opportunity in Scotland - Info Day at Da Vinci's Hotel, Derry - Wed 22nd May 2019

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Teaching Opportunity in Scotland (with Masters Degree)The University of Glasgow, in partnership with the Scottish Government, is delighted to present an excellent opportunity to teach in Scotland. This is specifically aimed at Primary teachers who have a Catholic Education Teaching Certificate OR Secondary teachers in STEM-related areas. Successful applicants will be offered a two-year teaching po...

The Little Way Novena - 11th - 19th May 2019 - St Eugene's Cathedral, Derry

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The Little Way Novena 11th - 19th May 2019'My world is thy ship and not thy home'The annual Little Way Novena in honour of St Thérèse of Lisieux begins here in St Eugene's Cathedral on Saturday, 11th May at 7.30 pm with Mass and the Anointing of the Sick.From Monday to Friday there will be Novena Masses at 6.30 am and 10.00 am. Each evening from Monday to Friday at 7.30 pm there will be a time of ...

The Net - May 2019 Edition out now!

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The Net. The May edition of The Net is now available. For coverage of your parish or school faith activities just send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. document.getElementById('cloak80b0a431eb5a7555332903c9aa54a1fb').innerHTML = ''; var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; var path = 'hr' + 'ef' + '='; v...

Scalp Challenge 2019 - Sunday 19th May

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'SCALP CHALLENGE' – The annual Scalp Challenge fundraiser for Concern will take place next Sunday, 19^th May, commencing at 2.00pm. Follow signage on the right from Burnfoot. It is considered that this event requires a reasonable degree of fitness and weather-appropriate clothing and footwear.

Pioneers Association Mass - St Mary's Ardmore - Tuesday 21st May 2019 - 8pm

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Mass for the intentions of all Pioneers and total abstainers will be celebrated in St Mary's Church, Ardmore, on Tuesday 21 May at 8.00pm. Everyone welcome. Light refreshments will be served afterwards.

Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lough Derg 21st-23rd June 2019

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The annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lough Derg will take place from the 21st – 23rd June. The weekend is for all pilgrims aged 16 and over. The 'National Youth Pilgrimage' is the same weekend Bus transport available from Derry City for those wishing to avail of it. £80 per person£65 for students ages 16 – 18(includes transport from the Cathedral)Spiritual Director: ...

Is Priesthood for me? Come and See... Maynooth 18th & 19th May 2019

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COME AND SEE: If you are interested in exploring the possibility of diocesan priesthood, you are invited to attend a Come and See Weekend in St Patrick's College, Maynooth, on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 May. To register or to seek further information, please contact Fr Chris Ferguson on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. document.getElem...

Applications open for Masters in Catholic School Leadership starting Autumn 2019

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The Derry Diocesan Catechetical Centre, working in Partnership with Saint Mary's University, Twickenham, offers the Masters in Catholic School Leadership. This is a post graduate degree dedicated to the professional development and spiritual formation of Catholic school leaders. It is a great opportunity for those currently in leadership roles and those who aspire to, or have an interest in, leade...