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In the shadow of the Pope

March 20, 2015

Gerry Whelan SJ paid a flying visit from Rome to his Alma Mater, Gonzaga College. He was interviewed there by RTE's Caroline Murphy about his life and work, particularly during...

Rediscovering a Caravaggio masterpiece

March 12, 2015

The National Gallery’s Assistant Director came one day to meet Noel Barber SJ. He had astonishing news for him. That painting from the community dining room – it was an...

President marks Clongowes anniversary

March 11, 2015

President Michael D. Higgins, accompanied by his wife Sabina, visited Clongowes Wood College on 4 March, 201 years to the day after Fr Peter Kenney SJ signed the Deed of...

"Legislation is more effective that education in tackling alcohol abuse," Professor Frank Murray told members of the Pioneer Association in his talk entitled 'Dying for a Drink', delivered at their...

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Two years of Pope Francis

March 11, 2015

MICHAEL PAUL GALLAGHER SJ :: After two years of his pontificate, it is easy to identify how Pope Francis is different from recent popes. He clearly offers a somewhat different...

Insight into inspirations of Pope Francis

March 11, 2015

Austen Ivereigh, British religious journalist and writer, spoke on 2 March in Gardiner Street Church on 'Pope Francis: Behind the mission'. He examined the development of thought of Jorge Bergoglio,...

Death of Frank Prendergast

March 4, 2015

Frank Prendergast, Labour Party politician, union official, and Mayor of Limerick City for two terms, passed away on 19 February at the age of 81. The chief celebrant at his...

Manresa’s diverse activities

March 4, 2015

Manresa House, Clontarf, used to only offer retreats. Now the array of its services is much richer: Oasis days, Spring weekends, training in spiritual direction, directed or preached retreats, Exercises...

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The trouble with ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’

February 25, 2015

RICHARD LEONARD SJ :: Richard Leonard thinks that '50 Shades of Grey' is somewhat tragic. In interview with Pat Kenny on Newstalk he asks if this is the way we...

Richard Leonard provides a faith perspective

February 25, 2015

Australian Jesuit Richard Leonard spoke in Limerick and Galway recently about a life of faith and prayer, about dealing with suffering... and about '50 shades of Grey'.

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.