In the summer of 2021 Bishop Fintan Gavin encouraged the Diocese of Cork & Ross to face some new realities and challenges
He restated his commitment to the formation of “Families of Parishes” in the including a re-configuration of the parishes for mission
What is a “Family of Parishes”?
It describes the creation of a bond between a group of parishes in order to sustain their pastoral life. Practically this means parishioners, lay people, clergy and religious communities sharing resources, responsibilities, and ministry, strengthening our unity as one Body of Christ.

This particular Family of Parishes at tobedecided.ie is located to the east of the diocese and includes the five Parishes of:
Carrigaline Crosshaven Monkstown Passage West Tracton Abbey