In Pictures: Installation of new Bishop of Derry Diocese Michael Router

By Caoimhinn Barr

Reporter Inishlive

Published 22nd Sep 2026, 09:00 GMT

Bishop Router, who succeeds Bishop Donal McKeown, said there are “a lot of challenges” ahead, but he is looking forward to getting to know the people of the Diocese, including those in Inishowen

(Photos by Tom and Deirdre Heaney, nwpresspics)

1. The new Bishop of Derry, Most Rev. Michael Router is congratulated by former Bishop of Derry, Donal McKeown.

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2. Bishop Michael Router making his way into St. Eugene's Cathedral to become the new Bishop of Derry.

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3. Celebration and Mass for the Episcopal Installation of Bishop Michael Router as the new Bishop of Derry.

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4. Celebration and Mass for the Episcopal Installation of Bishop Michael Router as the new Bishop of Derry.

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