Relics of Saint Bernadette in Killaloe and Silvermines

Relics of Saint Bernadette will be on view in Catholic churches in Killaloe and Silvermines in the coming weeks.

During September and October, the relics of St Bernadette will journey on pilgrimage throughout the country for the very first time. This ‘once in a lifetime’ event will provide an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the special gifts and charisma of Lourdes in a church near them.

The relics will visit the Diocese of Killaloe on Monday, September 9, in Ennis Cathedral where veneration and prayer will continue throughout the day from 10.30am and conclude at 12 noon on Tuesday. Concelebrated Mass at 7.30pm on Monday will be followed by a Marian Torchlight Processions through the cathedral grounds.

On Tuesday, September 10, the relics will arrive in the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes in the Silvermines at 3pm with veneration continuing until concelebrated Mass at 8pm, followed by a Marian Torchlight Procession. Veneration will continue on Wednesday morning with Mass of Farewell at 10am.