Welcome to the official website of the Diocese of Dromore, a Catholic diocese in the north-east of Ireland. The diocese spans an area of some 1,000 square kilometres, encompassing portions of Counties Antrim, Armagh and Down. It consists of 23 parishes, 48 churches, and an estimated catholic population of 65,000 people. Click here to learn more.

Latest News From The Diocese of Dromore

  • Cancelled: Calling All Young Musicians & Singers!
    ‼️Event cancelled!‼️ 🎶 Calling All Young Musicians & Singers! 🎤 The Diocesan Youth Committee invites all children and young people who love singing or playing an instrument in Church to a fantastic afternoon of music, fun, and community! 📅 When: Sunday, 14th June | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM📍 Where: Newry Parish Centre (The Mall, beside AIB/First Trust Bank)🍕 What’s happening: Meet other young musicians, play fun games, share snacks,… Read more: Cancelled: Calling All Young Musicians & Singers!
  • Vocations Monstrance to visit Dromore Parishes
    In February, this year the Irish Bishops launched a vocations monstrance, blessed by Pope Leo last November. The monstrance serves to highlight the importance of prayer, particularly Eucharistic Adoration, in encouraging vocations to priesthood and religious life.The Vocations Monstrance will be in Dromore Diocese the weekend after next, and there will be opportunities for prayer for vocations before the Blessed Sacrament in various parishes as follows: Friday 5th JUNE 2026:… Read more: Vocations Monstrance to visit Dromore Parishes
  • Gathering of Young Adults June 11th 2026
    Gathering of Young Adults (Ages 18-35+). Be part of something new. Be adventurous. Be the change you want to see. The Diocese of Dromore Youth Commission invites all young adults, sports and youth club leaders, parents, and teachers to our upcoming gathering as follows: 📍Location: Dromantine Retreat and Conference Centre. 📆 Date: June 11th ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM (Starts at 7:00 PM) – 9:15 PM What’s on: Light refreshments, social… Read more: Gathering of Young Adults June 11th 2026
  • Guided Tours of Newry Cathedral
    As we approach the two hundredth anniversary of the opening of the cathedral (2029), we are pleased to once again offer guided tours of the Cathedral on the following dates: Wednesday 10th June at 6.45pmWednesday 24th June at 2.00pmWednesday 8th July at 6.45pmWednesday 22nd July at 2.00pmWednesday 5th August at 6.45pmWednesday 19th August at 2.00pm Each tour will take approximately 90 minutes.Please meet at the main door of the Cathedral… Read more: Guided Tours of Newry Cathedral

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