The Chaplains

The Chaplains (known officialy in the University as Deans of Chaplaincy Services) are appointed by the Governing Body of the University to support and give expression to the University's commitment to the development of the whole human person. Inspired by the Christian vision of life, the Chaplains strive to promote respect for the dignity of each individual person within the University community. Within University structures, they report to the Vice-President for the Student Experience.

There are two full-time Chaplains:

Fr. Diarmuid Hogan. 

Diarmuid is from Kilfenora in Co. Clare. He is a priest of the Diocese of Galway and was appointed Chaplain at NUI, Galway in 1997. Previously he worked as Chaplain at University College Hospital, Galway for seven years.

Fr. Patrick O'Donohue

Patrick is from Lisdoonvarna in Co. Clare. He is a priest of the Diocese of Galway and was appointed Chaplain at NUI, Galway in 2010, shortly after his ordination. This is his first appointment, having studied in Sligo IT, in Rome and in Maynooth.  

Administrative Assistant:

Ms. Dolores McAndrew

A native of Galway city and a graduate of UCG, Dolores has worked closely with the Chaplaincy since 1997 years and became receptionist/secretary for the Chaplaincy Department in 2006, having been appointed to the University in 1990.

Other Christian Denominations:

The University is a hub of diversity and it is not possible to have a Chaplain for every faith group. However, the University facilitates a number of recognized, part-time Chaplains. They can be contacted directly as listed hereunder or through the Chaplaincy Centre.

Church of Ireland: 

Rev. Gary Hastings 
Tel: 091 521914

Methodist & Presbyterian Churches:

Reformed Presbyterian Church:

Rev. Raymond Blair
Tel: 091 763437

Baptist Church:

Rev. Dennis Jacob
Tel: 091 596944

Information on other Christian denominations:
Information on non-Christian Faiths:

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