Gavin T. Murphy
Gavin T. Murphy attended Belvedere College and is a Psychology graduate of the University of Scranton, USA. He is a regular blogger and has a keen interest in outdoor activities.
Jesuits to preach at Novena of Grace
February 21, 2022
Fr Donal Neary SJ explains how the Novena of Grace combines the best of the traditional format with contemporary content
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Michael Bingham SJ – ‘a heart of gold’
January 24, 2022
The British Jesuit, who worked for reconciliation in Northern Ireland for over twenty years, died peacefully on 12 January aged 81.
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An Ignatian retreat: Rediscovering childlike wonder
January 11, 2022
Members of Déantús, the creative group of the Faber Community, took part in an outdoor retreat in Rathmines from 3 to 8 January 2022.
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Over 100 students sleep out for the homeless
December 20, 2021
The Belvedere College SJ annual 'Sleep-Out' has gone virtual for the second year running with students sleeping in their back gardens
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Ignatian book on the contemplative path
December 6, 2021
'Joy in God: Rekindling an Inner Fire' explores the Gries Path that makes use of the rich relationship between silence and communication
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Donal Neary SJ: Waiting for Christmas
November 30, 2021
The Irish Jesuit and editor of The Sacred Heart Messenger magazine explores an important theme for the season of Advent
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Evaluating COP26
November 22, 2021
Dr Ciara Murphy, Environmental Policy Advocate, reflects on her experience as an observer at the COP26 summit in Glasgow
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Jesuit staff walk to COP26
November 8, 2021
Dr Ciara Murphy, Environmental Policy Advocate, was reminded of the importance of environmental protection and the beauty of nature on the Jesuit pilgrimage to Glasgow
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Back on the road again
September 29, 2021
Over €60,000 has been raised for the Peter McVerry Trust through the annual charity cycle event on Saturday 18 September
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The one who sings
September 24, 2021
Frank Wafer SJ, Irish Jesuit missionary, died in Lusaka, Zambia on 17 September 2021. His friend Padraig Swan reflects on his life
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Going with gratitude and blessing
August 21, 2026 - Friends and colleagues of the JCFJ gathered to bid Kevin Hargaden a fond goodbye. He marked the occasion with a final lecture.
Remembering a unique Jesuit/Protestant school
August 18, 2026 - Irish Jesuits visited Drogheda this summer to mark a significant event in the town's history involving St Oliver Plunkett and their Order.
The landscape that influenced C.S. Lewis
August 11, 2026 - In his August Messenger article, Kevin Hargaden explores the Irish landscape that moulded C. S. Lewis's soul and his writing.
Jesuit’s ‘brother’ wins prestigious award
August 11, 2026 - Jimmy Fullam, the former Irish Defence Forces member who wrote 'Brothers in Arms' with Brendan McManus SJ, has been nominated for a Blue Light Award.
Latest Podcasts
Healing for the soul
August 18, 2026
‘The Soul Also Keeps the Score’
July 3, 2026
Sharing bread in Bethlehem
July 2, 2026
‘The grandeur of humanity’
June 15, 2026
Latest Videos
Pope Video: For evangelization in the city
August 5, 2026
Pope Video: For respect for human life
July 3, 2026
Pray with the Pope: For the values of sports
June 2, 2026
Pray with the Pope: For priests in crisis
April 13, 2026
Latest Books
‘Dreaming A New Dream’
March 19, 2025
‘I am infinitely loved’ – Messenger booklet
August 21, 2023
Messenger autumn catalogue
August 8, 2023
‘Brothers in Arms’ – Ignatian Camino book
July 3, 2023