“Her legacy as a person and her advocacy will live on and achieve so much that is good, that is true, that is beautiful,” said Bishop Fintan Monahan.

There is nothing especially new about Mr Fry’s remarks, given that they echo those made by the Greek philosopher Epicurus in the third century BC.

Minister notes “the very confidential nature of the work done and the importance of visitation in providing informal supports to people”.

All funds raised will go to the Alzheimer’s Care Centre in Ennis which receives no State funding.

"... even just one case of abuse, be that verbal, physical, sexual or in any form, is one case too many and should be investigated rigorously.”

49-year-old Fr Fintan Monahan will be installed as bishop at the Cathedral of Ss Peter and Paul in Ennis on Sunday 25 September.

Near death experience prompted retired Bishop of Killaloe to reflect on his own life, his faith and his ministry for over fifty years.

“With more than over 350 people attending every year, the Festival brings new workshop facilitators to the fore and offers choirs a wonderful opportunity to share their music.”

The 6th annual Gospel Rising Music Festival will see choirs from Ireland and beyond perform in Ennis from 8 - 10 May 2015.

Fr Des Hillery, parish priest of Nenagh, to oversee the running of the diocese until a new bishop is appointed.