Bishop Tom Deenihan blesses 2026 Ploughing Championships

In brief

Bishop Tom Deenihan offered prayers to mark the opening of the 95th National Ploughing Championships in Screggan, Tullamore, Co Offaly. The event runs from September 16 until September 17.

During the blessing, the bishop prayed for people who work the land, the crops they produce, and those who currently lack land to grow food. This marks the second year the championships have been held at this venue.