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In Pictures: Fr James Gillespie installed at parish priest in Donegal Town

Bishop Alan McGuckian performed the ceremony in the company of Fr Gillespie's family and parishioners

Fr James Gillespie has been formally installed as the parish priest of Tawnawilly, Donegal Town. 

Fr Pearse Mullen concelebrated the Mass in St Patrick’s Church, together with Fr James and Bishop Alan McGuckian. 

Members of Fr James’ family travelled from Burtonport to join local parishioners in the celebration.

The Mass was followed by a cup of tea and refreshments in the Parish Centre.

Siobhan McGowan was on hand to capture the occasion in pictures. 

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