Bishop Christopher Jones being laid to rest
The funeral takes place in Sligo this afternoon of the retired Bishop of Elphin, Christopher Jones. His concelebrated funeral Mass will take place in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception at 1:30. Clergy from throughout the country, including leading members of the hierarchy, are expected to attend. Afterwards, he will…
Bishop of Elphin, Kevin Doran: Bishop Christopher Jones ‘grandfather of the diocese’
Bishop of Elphin, Kevin Doran has described Bishop Christopher Jones as ‘the grandfather of the diocese’ Known as Bishop Christy, he was ordained to the Priesthood in 1962 and became Bishop of Elphin serving the community and further afield for 20 years retiring in 2014. He passed away last night…
Tributes being made to Bishop Christopher Jones
Tributes are being made to former Bishop Christopher Jones who has died at the age of 82 Known as Bishop Christy, he was ordained to the Priesthood in 1962 and became Bishop of Elphin serving the community and further afield for 20 years retiring in 2014. He worked tirelesly in…