Gavin T. Murphy
Gavin Thomas Murphy (BS Psychology, MA Applied Spirituality) is a Dubliner and writer on Ignatian Spirituality. He was educated by the Jesuits in Ireland and the US, and spent time as a Jesuit novice in the UK. He also practises Zen meditation.
Kneeling knights
August 5, 2020
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: Maintaining a humble prayer posture helps to empty ourselves and acknowledges our complete dependence.
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New life, new normal
July 6, 2020
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: Psychologists note that gratitude and increased spirituality may result from a period of quarantine or isolation.
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To everything a season
June 24, 2020
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: Ignatian-inspired reflections on one of the most important lessons of the Covid-19 crisis.
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Descending Djouce
June 9, 2020
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: A reflection on gifts and gratitude during a hike in County Wicklow.
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Contemplative nothingness
May 26, 2020
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: Looking to a solitary figure in the wilderness may speak of our pain and faith during the Covid-19 crisis.
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Contemplative joy
May 13, 2020
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: Turning to the Divine Office and a personal mantra of praise can give a new lease of life during the Covid-19 crisis.
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A bird’s call
April 27, 2020
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: A reflection and guided meditation on finding God in nature and in the "sound of sheer silence".
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The embrace
March 24, 2020
GAVIN T. MURPHY :: A Visio Divina, inspired by The Magnificat, on being close while having to keep our distance.
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Blessedness
March 11, 2020
GAVIN T. MURPHY :: The masculinity and femininity of Blessed John Sullivan can be represented in the image of a ballet dancer.
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