St Augustine's Church in Cork city centre to close this year

Once visited by Pope Leo, St Augustine's Church is set to close, with the decline in vocations to the priesthood behind the decision

St Augustine's Church on Washington St in Cork in 1940. The building was completed in 1942. Picture: Irish Examiner Archive

A Catholic church in Cork city centre that was once visited by Pope Leo is set to later this year.

St Augustine’s Church, located at the corner of Washington St and Grand Parade, has been a part of spiritual life in the city for more than 80 years.