Kerry's first Traveller Pride Mass takes place

It’s hoped that a church service in Kerry to celebrate Traveller identity and achievements will be replicated across the country.

Last evening, a Traveller Pride Mass was held in St Mary’s Cathedral in Killarney – the first such service in Kerry.

It’s part of a number of events taking place to mark Traveller Pride Week.

The mass was organised by the Diocese of Kerry and the Kerry Traveller Health Community and Development Project.

Richard O’Brien from Killarney is one of the organisers.

Kerry's First Traveller Pride Mass held in St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney July 19th, 2022. Bishop Ray Browne meets some of those who attended the service.

Kerry's First Traveller Pride Mass was held in St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney July 19th, 2022

From the offertory at Kerry's first Traveller Pride Mass held at St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney July 19th, 2022

Statue of Padre Pio - from Kerry's first Traveller Pride Mass held in St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney July 19th, 2022

Rosary beads part of Kerry's first Traveller Pride Mass held in St Mary's Cathedral, Killarney July 19th, 2022