Parishioners from the Parish of Drumholm were joined in St Brigid’s Church, Ballintra by family and friends of Fr Adrian Gavigan for the occasion of his silver jubilee. Click on the arrows to see Siobhan McGowan's photos of the event: The congregation included the priest’s parents Connell and Mary, his brother Columba and his family, and Fr Adrian’s extended family. They were welcomed to the celebratory Mass, as were Fr Adrian’s colleagues from the Raphoe diocese and further afield, everyone who travelled from other parishes, and everyone who was in attendance. Bishop Emeritus of Raphoe, Philip Boyce, OCD told Fr Adrian: “I’m sure you remember those days at the beginning of July in the year 2000 when you were ordained a priest. The Bishop laid his hands upon you. READ NEXT: Cash stolen from Rossnowlagh business in night-time burglary “This wasn’t simply your doing, it was the Lord's. No young boy decides to be a priest unless he has the calling, the vocation from the Lord. “The Lord chooses, and he is with them in the years ahead. And he was with you the last 25 years. You served him faithfully and I thank you for it.  “We hope and pray that you will have another 25 years and we will celebrate one day your golden jubilee.  I congratulate you and wish you every blessing now and in the years to come. “I am very happy to see you on this day celebrating this Mass in thanksgiving of 25 years in the priesthood.” The former bishop praised Fr Adrian for the good that he did and the help and encouragement that he gave along the way. “I am sure that if you could choose your way of life all over again, you wouldn’t choose any other way, the way that God chose and you followed,” said Bishop emeritus Boyce. “We thank you for being a good priest over these years.” Originally from Glenties, Fr Adrian was ordained in St Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny on July 2, 2000. He began his ministry in Donegal Town in the Parish of Townawilly, where he spent three years. He then becameplaceholder image
Parishioners from the Parish of Drumholm were joined in St Brigid’s Church, Ballintra by family and friends of Fr Adrian Gavigan for the occasion of his silver jubilee. Click on the arrows to see Siobhan McGowan's photos of the event: The congregation included the priest’s parents Connell and Mary, his brother Columba and his family, and Fr Adrian’s extended family. They were welcomed to the celebratory Mass, as were Fr Adrian’s colleagues from the Raphoe diocese and further afield, everyone who travelled from other parishes, and everyone who was in attendance. Bishop Emeritus of Raphoe, Philip Boyce, OCD told Fr Adrian: “I’m sure you remember those days at the beginning of July in the year 2000 when you were ordained a priest. The Bishop laid his hands upon you. READ NEXT: Cash stolen from Rossnowlagh business in night-time burglary “This wasn’t simply your doing, it was the Lord's. No young boy decides to be a priest unless he has the calling, the vocation from the Lord. “The Lord chooses, and he is with them in the years ahead. And he was with you the last 25 years. You served him faithfully and I thank you for it.  “We hope and pray that you will have another 25 years and we will celebrate one day your golden jubilee.  I congratulate you and wish you every blessing now and in the years to come. “I am very happy to see you on this day celebrating this Mass in thanksgiving of 25 years in the priesthood.” The former bishop praised Fr Adrian for the good that he did and the help and encouragement that he gave along the way. “I am sure that if you could choose your way of life all over again, you wouldn’t choose any other way, the way that God chose and you followed,” said Bishop emeritus Boyce. “We thank you for being a good priest over these years.” Originally from Glenties, Fr Adrian was ordained in St Eunan’s Cathedral in Letterkenny on July 2, 2000. He began his ministry in Donegal Town in the Parish of Townawilly, where he spent three years. He then became

In Pictures: Donegal priest Fr Adrian Gavigan celebrates silver jubilee

Siobhán McNamara
By Siobhán McNamara

DonegalLive multimedia journalist

Published 9th Jul 2025, 21:33 GMT

'I am sure that if you could choose your way of life all over again, you wouldn’t choose any other way, the way that God chose and you followed'

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Donegal Camera Club We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot from your archives, or a simple everyday moment, we want your snapshots. We are inviting people to share photos that capture the spirit of the county. From special occasions to quieter moments, your pictures help tell the story of everyday life in our community. To submit: Go to the Camera Club page and follow the instructions to upload your photo. Include your name, where it was taken, and a short caption if you can.  Your photo could be featured on our website and newspaper and seen by readers across the county and beyond.  TAP HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES TODAY

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Donegal Camera Club We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot from your archives, or a simple everyday moment, we want your snapshots. We are inviting people to share photos that capture the spirit of the county. From special occasions to quieter moments, your pictures help tell the story of everyday life in our community. To submit: Go to the Camera Club page and follow the instructions to upload your photo. Include your name, where it was taken, and a short caption if you can.  Your photo could be featured on our website and newspaper and seen by readers across the county and beyond.  TAP HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES TODAY

Donegal Camera Club We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot from your archives, or a simple everyday moment, we want your snapshots. We are inviting people to share photos that capture the spirit of the county. From special occasions to quieter moments, your pictures help tell the story of everyday life in our community. To submit: Go to the Camera Club page and follow the instructions to upload your photo. Include your name, where it was taken, and a short caption if you can.  Your photo could be featured on our website and newspaper and seen by readers across the county and beyond.  TAP HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES TODAY

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Donegal Camera Club We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot from your archives, or a simple everyday moment, we want your snapshots. We are inviting people to share photos that capture the spirit of the county. From special occasions to quieter moments, your pictures help tell the story of everyday life in our community. To submit: Go to the Camera Club page and follow the instructions to upload your photo. Include your name, where it was taken, and a short caption if you can.  Your photo could be featured on our website and newspaper and seen by readers across the county and beyond.  TAP HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES TODAY

Donegal Camera Club We want your photos to feature on the website via our Camera Club. Do you have a great photo from life in the locality? Whether it’s a party, wedding, communion, landscape, a quirky shot from your archives, or a simple everyday moment, we want your snapshots. We are inviting people to share photos that capture the spirit of the county. From special occasions to quieter moments, your pictures help tell the story of everyday life in our community. To submit: Go to the Camera Club page and follow the instructions to upload your photo. Include your name, where it was taken, and a short caption if you can.  Your photo could be featured on our website and newspaper and seen by readers across the county and beyond.  TAP HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PICTURES TODAY

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