Priest Aidan O’Kane dies after injury during Međugorje pilgrimage

Passionist priest Aidan O’Kane has passed away following a serious accident during a pilgrimage in Međugorje. O’Kane, originally from Glens of Antrim in Northern Ireland, sustained a severe spinal injury after a fall during the pilgrimage.

Following the accident, O’Kane underwent surgery and was in recovery. The Community of the Passion and St. Patrick’s Province confirmed his death, expressing deep sadness and thanking the faithful for their prayers.

O’Kane entered the priesthood later in life. His previous roles included serving as vicar and economist at Tobar Mhuire, assistant director of formation for Passionist students, and involvement in the management of the Houben Centre in Ardoyney. His most recent service was as parish priest at Mount Argus in Dublin.