There has been two ordinations in the past four years and the average age of existing priests is 71.

Dozens of local pilgrims and a delegation from Cavan County Council recently visited Würzburg.

Fr Mac Gabhann's first Mass of Thanksgiving will be celebrated in the parish of Drumlane the following day.

The relics will be transported from their resting place in the crypt of Würzburg Cathedral for six days.

Bishop Hayes sees an opportunity to bring lay people into their own as future faith leaders.

The Bishop of Kilmore has announced changes in appointments effective from September in many local parishes.

Bishop Hayes believes each parish will "retain its identity," yet in sharing their administration there will be opportunities to "work and grow together" in the future.

A number of Bishops have approved the ceremonies.