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Jesuits and the Arts

April 1, 2015

"The Society of Jesus was probably the most prolific patron of the arts in the Baroque era". This was the bold claim made by renowned historian John O'Malley SJ during...

Studies on Heaney and Behan

March 25, 2015

Two giants of modern Irish literature – Seamus Heaney and Brendan Behan – are remembered in the leading articles of the Spring 2015 issue of Studies. And the two of...

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Schools across the divide

March 25, 2015

Since 1979 Clongowes has steadily developed its friendship with the Royal School, Portora, Enniskillen, the old school of Fr John Sullivan SJ. The friendship has grown through many generations of...

Exploring the legacy of Saint John Ogilvie

March 25, 2015

Brian Mac Cuarta SJ contributes to Glasgow conference marking the 400th anniversary of the martyrdom of John Ogilvie SJ - Scotland's only post reformation saint.

Br Martin Murphy SJ: may he rest in peace

March 25, 2015

Death has finally got the better of Martin Murphy, a strong and distinctive presence in the Irish Jesuits, a model for anyone who with God’s help has to fight sickness.

Pat Davis SJ reflects on his life as a Jesuit

March 24, 2015

Sharing the compassion of Jesus is what drives Pat Davis SJ who is marking twenty years of ministry with the Jesuits in Northern Ireland.

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Pat Davis SJ reflects about his life and work as a Jesuit in Belfast

March 24, 2015

Irish Jesuits · Pat Davis SJ reflects about his life and work as a Jesuit in Belfast Pat Davis SJ reflects with Pat Coyle about his vocation and life in...

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Don’t shoot the messenger

March 20, 2015

PAULA NOLAN :: It may be true that the 'Out-of-control' drink awareness campaign is a marketing ploy of the drink industry giant, Diageo, but, according to Paula Nolan, that doesn't...

The Spring issue of Irish-language magazine 'Timire' looks at the theme of 'service' from various angles: church leadership as service, scientific research as service, and the many services women have...

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Review: The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

March 20, 2015

FILM REVIEW FROM AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC OFFICE FOR FILM AND BROADCASTING :: This sequel to the very successful 'Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' (2011) is just as charming as the original. It...

Living water: “Join the force”

September 18, 2026 - Dr Ciara Murphy addresses the theme of 'Living Water', looking at some of the key water-related challenges facing communities in Ireland and around the world.

Healing for the soul

August 18, 2026 - Una Allen is coordinator of 'Towards Peace' a service for survivors of abuse by church members which offers a spiritual accompaniment service, free of charge,

‘The Soul Also Keeps the Score’

July 3, 2026 - Bob McChesney SJ, author of 'The Soul Also Keeps the Score', in conversation with Pat Coyle about Ignatian spirituality, violence and trauma.

Sharing bread in Bethlehem

July 2, 2026 - Dr Declan Hayes has just recently returned from the West Bank, where he stayed in Jerusalem and Taybeh. He appeals for funds to help those suffering there.

‘The grandeur of humanity’

June 15, 2026 - Gerry O'Hanlon SJ reviews Pope Leo's first encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas', which addresses the ethical and social challenges posed by AI.

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Walking with a seeker

September 23, 2026 - Brian O'Leary SJ and Pat Coyle have produced and filmed a series of six role-plays to illustrate frequently asked questions in spiritual direction/accompaniment.