Patrick Morrisroe

Patrick Morrisroe (16 February 1869 – 27 May 1946) was an Irish Catholic priest and Bishop of Achonry.[1]

Early life and Education

Patrick Morrisroe was born on 16 February 1869 in Charlestown, County Mayo. He was educated locally and studied for the priesthood at Maynooth College from 1885 - 1893[2] when he was ordained priest for service in the Diocese of Achonry. He spent a short time undertaking postgraduate studies but was needed for pastoral work in his native diocese and was appointed to a curacy.

In 1896 he returned to Maynooth to serve as Junior Dean, completing 14 years of service until 1910.[3]

Episcopal Ministry

Aged 44 he was ordained Bishop of Achonry, in the Cathedral, Ballaghadareen, along with his cousin Dr. Michael J. O'Doherty[4] who became Bishop of Zamboagna, Philippines.[5]

His brother was the politician James Morrisroe who served as a Cumann na nGaedheal TD for Mayo North.[6]

Bishop Morrisroe died on 27 May 1946 at the Bishops Palace, Edmondstown House, Ballaghadereen.

References
  1. Bishop Morrisroe Catholic Hierarchy.
  2. 'A Dominant Church: The Diocese of Achonry, 1818-1960' Swords, L Dublin;Columba Press; 2005 ISBN 1856073955
  3. Appointments Maynooth College
  4. Not Just a Couple of Mayo Men Roots Web.
  5. Spiritual Leaders www.edwardgsullivan.com
  6. Henry, Cathal (2002). "Local TDs and Councillors". Mayo Ireland. Retrieved 17 February 2015.
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