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Hope for canonisation of Fr Willie Doyle SJ
March 6, 2025
Bishop Tom Deenihan expresses hope that Fr Willie Doyle SJ, chaplain during World War 1, will be canonised in the not too distant future.
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Pat Corkery SJ ordained deacon
March 6, 2025
Patrick Corkery SJ was called to self-knowledge, service and leadership, according to Archbishop Farrell, who ordained him deacon.
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Faber Companions and Community
March 6, 2025
Praying, sharing, hiking, drawing - the Jesuit Faber Community of young adults share about their community where newcomers are always welcome.
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Sacred Space: Lent Retreat 2025
March 5, 2025
Sacred Space will continue their popular annual online retreat for Lent 2025»
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The Pope Video: For families in crisis
March 4, 2025
Pope Francis asks we pray for families in conflict and that wounds may be healed with forgiveness in this months video.
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March Messenger: Reminders of Jesus’ life
March 4, 2025
What to do for Lent? Immersion in the mystery of Christ's life and reflections on St. Patrick. Just some of the themes in the March Messenger
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The origins of Lent
March 3, 2025
From the RNN Archives: Sister Marie Stuart talks with Father Brendan Coffey of Glenstal Abbey about the origins of Lent.
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Celebrating the Jubilee Year of Hope
February 20, 2025
The Jubilee Year of Hope (2025) began officially on Christmas Eve with the opening of the Holy Door of Saint Peter’s Basilica by Pope Francis.
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Marquette Mission Week: Act with Care
February 17, 2025
Brendan McManus reflects on his week as one of the leaders at the 'Marquette University Mission Week' in the USA this month.
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Who really celebrates the Eucharist?
February 17, 2025
Theologian Fintan Lyons OSB's latest book addresses the celebration of the eucharist from the perspective of the participation of the people of God.
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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
The lost art of listening
October 9, 2026 - Brendan McManus SJ :: Genuine listening empowers people to understand themselves, discover their own insights, and grow
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
Fellowship, connection, hope
August 19, 2026 - Professor Jim Lucey :: Recovery is not just about the triumph of the self. It is about the restoration of loving relationships, with us and with each other.”