Diocesan Groups

A Vicar Forane is a priest appointed to represent the Bishop in a Deanery. Enniscorthy, Wexford, Gorey and New Ross are the four Deaneries of the diocese of Ferns

• - Gorey Deanery

• - Enniscorthy Deanery

• - Wexford Deanery

• - New Ross Deanery

Members of the Chapter have the title Canon and are appointed by the Bishop. For the most part, their functions are honorary and are now undertaken by the College of Consultors.

The College of Consultors is a diocesan body of 6 to 12 priests, chosen by the Bishop from among the members of the diocesan council of priests. Members are appointed to five-year, rotating, renewable terms. Canon law requires the Bishop to consult with his college of consultors before making certain decisions.

The Council of Priests is an advisory body to the Bishop of Ferns. It comprises elected and nominated members of priests of the Diocese. The Council meets a minimum of six times a year and advises on a range of issues and gives direction on pastoral initiatives

Chairman:

Secretary:

• Sister Mary O'Shea, SJG

The committee members, who may be clerical or lay persons, assist in the governance of the diocese in all financial matters.

Diocesan Finance Officer: Mr Eugene Doyle

Diocesan Auditor: Mr Liam Gaynor

Committee

• Mr Pat Kent

• Mr John Murphy

• Ms Eleanor Furlong

• Mr Patrick Dore

• Mrs Catherine O'Gara

St Aidan's Fund

This is a benevolent fund of the diocese of Ferns set up to make provision for retired clergy.

      Chairperson:

      Secretary:  

Sick Priests' Fund

This is a benevolent fund for the benefit of priests of the diocese.

      Chairperson:

      Treasurer:

Ferns on Mission Fund

This is a fund of the priests of the diocese of Ferns for the support of their colleagues on the Missions.

This committee oversees parish property transactions within the diocese.

      Chairperson: Mr Bernard Doyle, c/o Diocesan Office 053-9122177 

      Secretary: Mr Liam Stafford, c/o Diocesan Office 053-9122177

The Ecumenical Committee’s function is the promotion of the understanding and reconciliation among the different Christian traditions. It is made up of representatives of the mainstream churches in the area.

The coordinators of the diocese of Ferns Ecumenical Committee are: