Archdeacon of Cork
The Archdeacon of Cork was a senior ecclesiastical officer within the Anglican Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross. The Archdeacon was responsible for the disciplinary supervision of the clergy within the Diocese.
| Province of Dublin | |
|---|---|
| Church | Church of Ireland |
| Metropolitan bishop | Archbishop of Dublin |
| Cathedral | Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin |
| Dioceses | 5 |
The archdeaconry can trace its history back to Patrick M'Carthy who held the office in 1157.
Many of them went on to higher office:
- Henry de Thrapston
- William Steere
- Michael Boyle
- John Whetham
- Mervyn Archdall
- William Edward Flewett
- Robert Thomas Hearn
- Hedley Webster
- Michael Hugh Gunton Mayes
The office has now been replaced by the post of Archdeacon of Cork, Cloyne and Ross
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