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“Close St Patrick’s Prison” – JCFJ
January 25, 2013
The clear divergence between the just released Visiting Committee's report into St Patrick's Institution and the Inspector of Prison's earlier report, does nothing to change the basic reality that the...
Read moreChurch Unity Week
January 11, 2013
‘What does God require of us?’ is the theme of this year’s Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, January 18-25. The Irish and British resources for the Week, including the...
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Celebs support Belvo sleepout
January 10, 2013
The 29th Belvedere College SJ Annual Sleep-Out and Fast took place over the Christmas period in Dublin city centre and around 60 students and staff spent 3 days and 2...
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Rapid response for Syria
January 10, 2013
As he stepped onto a plane for Beirut on the feast of the Epiphany, Gerry Clarke was doing what is listed as his job: Rapid Response in the Jesuit Refugee...
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Tackle gangs by legalising drugs
January 10, 2013
Peter McVerry SJ was pulling no punches on the Pat Kenny's radio programme on Tuesday 8 January. He was discussing the impact of Gangland culture on young people and Irish...
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In the face of chaos
January 10, 2013
The murder and mayhem in one of the world’s most godforsaken countries has triggered a significant initiative this month by the Irish Jesuit Mission Office. It is linking up with...
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That they may be one?
December 21, 2012
One of the great developments from Vatican II was the coming together of various Christian churches in a spirit of dialogue and friendship. 'Expanding Hope' is the theme of a...
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AIDS is a feminist issue
December 21, 2012
The AIDS disease is almost 120 years old but it did not spread across the world until globalisation ensured world-wide travel. It's partly genetic based and will only be eradicated...
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Félicitations, Conor!
December 21, 2012
Family friends and fellow Jesuits of Conor Harper SJ, packed the French Embassy in Dublin, Friday 30 November where the French Ambassador to Ireland Emmanuelle Achon presented him with the...
Read moreLatest Podcasts
The Vatican and the Women Deacons
October 9, 2026 - Dr Phyllis Zagano’s new book explores the history of women deacons and the necessity for restoring the women’s diaconate in the Catholic Church today.
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.
Latest Videos
Pope Video: For mental health ministry
October 1, 2026 - Pope Leo's intention highlights the importance of supporting people experiencing mental health difficulties, those who care for them.
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.
Pope Video: For the care of water
September 3, 2026 - Pope video: That water be protected so we might learn to appreciate it with gratitude, justice, and moderation
Pope Video: For evangelization in the city
August 5, 2026 - Pope Leo's August prayer intention for cities, asking God to bring hope, belonging, and the joy of the Gospel to all.
Pope Video: For respect for human life
July 3, 2026 - Pope Video July: Embrace a culture of love, tenderness, responsibility, and compassionate care.
Latest Blog Posts
Let your light shine, especially in the darkness
October 21, 2026 - Brendan McManus SJ :: Suffering, unavoidable as it usually is, when embraced can have a redemptive quality,
The lost art of listening
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Are humans doomed to be predators?
September 10, 2026 - Bill Toner SJ :: Why, in spite of the cruelty involved, do billions of humans eat animals, even when they have misgivings about doing so?
How a Dolly Parton song changed my spiritual life
August 31, 2026 - Brendan McManus :: A surprising encounter with Dolly Parton, Whitney Houston and God’s love changed everything during a difficult retreat.
Navigating the storms of life
August 27, 2026 - Brendan McManus SJ :: The Spirit is the ‘breath of God’, the wind that fills our sails and energises our whole lives