The 11th July marked the Centenary of the Truce and the End of the War of Independence in Ireland. It came into effect at 12 noon on that day and, although many people thought it would be a temporary halt in hostilities, it ended the conflict.
As part of the Cork, Cloyne and Ross Centenaries Commemoration and Reconciliation Project churches and chapels throughout the Diocese commemorated this event last Sunday.
The Liturgical Advisory Committee created a special Order of Service focussing on remembrance and peace. Parishes used this Order of Service and memorial prayers in their churches, and read out lists of names of people who…
