This October, for the first time, the sacred relics of renowned 7th century Irish martyr Saint Kilian will return to his home county of Cavan from Würzburg in Germany. This major religious and civic event is being organised in partnership between the Diocese of Kilmore, the Parish of Mullagh, and Cavan County Council.
The historic pilgrimage will involve the visit of Saint Kilian's relics, along with those of his martyred colleagues, Saints Totnan and Kolonat. The relics will be transported from their resting place in the crypt of Würzburg Cathedral, for six days from 1 to 6 October next.
The relics consist of three skulls, inlaid with precious stones, contained in a specially preserved glass case and it will be the first time that they will have left Germany. During the course of the relics' visit to Co Cavan, there will be a number of religious ceremonies taking place both in Saint Kilian's Church, Mullagh, and in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim in Cavan Town. Bishop Hayes says he anticipate's great excitement in the parish of Mullagh and Kilmore Diocese with this event.
Meanwhile, Councillor Shane P O’Reilly,is the Chairperson of the Relics Visitation Committee says this is very much a homecoming and a very proud moment for himself and his family.
