Tramore parish priest, Fr. Richard O'Halloran celebrated his Silver Jubilee in Holy Cross Church, Tramore last night, marking 25 years since his ordination.

A papal apostolic blessing was presented to Fr. O'Halloran marking the milestone.

Mass was concelebrated by 14 priests, with Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan also present and the wider O'Halloran family was in attendance.

Dymphna spoke with Fr. Richard after the event in the school hall at Glor na Mara National School.

Fr. Richard's Early Life in Carrickbeg

He recalled his upbringing in Carrickbeg, Co. Waterford in a loving home filled with his sisters and parents.

His father died just a year into his formation but Fr. Richard recalls the full support given by his family towards his initial decision to pursue a life in the priesthood.

Family definitely 'challenged' him on the decision and ultimately reminded him that he had their full support and that home was always somewhere he could return home to.

The strength of family was something Fr. Richard returned to again and again over the course of the night, remarking 'all that I am is because of my family' and the love they showed to him.

Play to listen back in full to the interview with Fr. Richard.

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Tramore parish priest, Fr. Richard O'Halloran celebrated his Silver Jubilee in Holy Cross Church, Tramore last night, marking 25 years since his ordination.
A papal apostolic blessing was presented to Fr. O'Halloran marking the milestone.
Mass was concelebrated by 14 priests, with Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan also present and the wider O'Halloran family was in attendance.
Dymphna spoke with Fr. Richard after the event in the school hall at Glor na Mara National School.
Fr. Richard's Early Life in Carrickbeg
He recalled his upbringing in Carrickbeg, Co. Waterford in a loving home filled with his sisters and parents.
His father died just a year into his formation but Fr. Richard recalls the full support given by his family towards his initial decision to pursue a life in the priesthood.
Family definitely 'challenged' him on the decision and ultimately reminded him that he had their full support and that home was always somewhere he could return home to.
The strength of family was something Fr. Richard returned to again and again over the course of the night, remarking 'all that I am is because of my family' and the love they showed to him.
Play to listen back in full to the interview with Fr. Richard.
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