THE family and friends of a Limerick man dedicated to the service of the Church gathered at St Johnโs Cathedral for a very special occasion.
Fr Tim Collins was ordained at St Johnโs Cathedral by Bishop of Limerick Brendan Leahy.
Fr Collins was joined in the celebration by proud parents Con and Abina, his siblings and nieces and nephews, and a wide number of friends.
The newly-ordained priest took time out after the celebration to speak with members of his new congregation.
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Newly ordained priest Fr Tim Collins in St Johnโs Cathedral with Bishop Brendan Leahy and his his extended family and friends. Photo: Liam Burke/Press 22.
Rev Tim Collins kneels in front of Bishop Brendan Leahy in St Johnโs Cathedral during his ordination to the priesthood. Photo: Liam Burke/Press 22.
Newly ordained priest Fr Tim Collins in St Johnโs Cathedral with Bishop Brendan Leahy and his parents Con and Abina. Photo: Liam Burke/Press 22.
Rev Tim Collins lies prostrate in front of Bishop Brendan Leahy in St Johnโs Cathedral during his ordination to the priesthood. Photo: Liam Burke/Press 22.
Bishop Brendan Leahy arrives with Rev Tim Collins for his ordination in St Johnโs Cathedral. Photo: Liam Burke/Press 22.
Fr Tim Collins outside St Johnโs Cathedral following his ordination to the priesthood meeting with sisters Seรกn Marie and Mary Dolora, Sisters of Mercy. Photo: Liam Burke/Press 22.
Newly ordained Fr Tim Collins kneels in front of Bishop Brendan Leahy in St Johnโs Cathedral after his ordination to the priesthood. Photo: Liam Burke/Press 22.