The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius inspire the work of Manresa Jesuit Centre of Spirituality and are given expression in many ways. If you’re interested in the Spiritual Exercises and in considering what form may be most suitable for you, this open evening will be the ideal opportunity to hear how others have found the Exercises […]
This silent one-day retreat for men and women will comprise of Talks, Guided prayer, Sacrament of Reconciliation, Mass and Blessing of the Sick. Spiritual direction by Jesuit Fathers. Meals are provided. Suggested offering €30. Contact Lay Retreat Association, Milltown Park 01-5577113, 01 8370778 for more information or to book. The Lay Retreat Association of Saint Ignatius is a group of […]
The centenary of the death of a Fr John Gwynn SJ will occur on 12 October 2015. He was the first Irish Jesuit chaplain to die in the First World War. In honour of Fr Gwynn's work with the Irish Guards, the Sacred Heart Church, Catherham, Surrey, England will be holding this special Mass. Jesuits […]
As part of the lecture series celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Birth of St. Teresa of Avila Prof. Terence O’Reilly (UCC emeritus) is giving a lecture ‘St. Teresa and the Society of Jesus’.
These days present priests with a chance to take some time apart, for prayer together, celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation or spiritual direction. Priests are welcome to enquire about staying overnight.
The popular Movies that Matter series continues with a new selection of films this Autumn. Each evening begins at 7:30 pm and involves watching a film and participating in reflective discussion guided by Eileen O’Driscoll during which there will be an opportunity to reflect both personally and as a group on the issues and values […]
Our lives can be fragmented by the challenges of stressful living. Sacred Dance can help bring about a greater integration and harmony between heart, body, mind and spirit. With its roots in the European classical and folk-dance traditions, dancing in circles to beautiful and inspiring music can help develop a sense of community and offer […]
Pope Francis named this year as a Year of Consecrated Life. He invites the whole church to reflect on and come to appreciate the charisms of this ecclesial lifestyle. Marking the fiftieth anniversary of Perfectæ Caritatis, Vatican II’s document on religious life, this weekend directed by Brian O'Leary SJ offers an opportunity to take up, […]
An Oasis Day presents an opportunity to take some time apart - a little time to catch up with yourself, to meet with God. You can decide which of the elements on offer are most helpful to you, choosing from reflections, guided prayer, silence and an opportunity to meet with a spiritual director. Mass is […]
The second in a series of three workshops directed by Tom McGuinness SJ which will involve prayer, silence and sharing. Participants will have opportunities to consider favourite poems and music and to reflect on them prayerfully. Guided by the insights of Ignatian spirituality in an atmosphere of attention to what inspires, these meetings will bring light […]
