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Understanding the Sacred Heart
June 20, 2023
From the RNN archive, Fr. Frank Mullan talks about the history of devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and how it is still relevant today.
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New Studies issue: ‘Newman’s University’
June 19, 2023
The summer issue of 'Studies' has St John Henry Newman's time as rector of the Catholic University (precursor of UCD) as its main theme.
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Sacred Heart Novena – ‘The heart swells for nine days’
June 19, 2023
Fr Brendan Comerford SJ preached at the Novena to the Sacred Heart at SFX Church, Gardiner Street Parish, Dublin, from 8 to 16 June 2023.
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Keeping the Camino alive back home
June 19, 2023
Brendan McManus SJ, volunteer at the pilgrim reception centre in Santiago, offers Ignatian principles to help people find God back at home.
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A first for Ireland
June 16, 2023
The seventh international conference of the International Network for the Study of Spirituality was held in Ireland for the first time. The organiser was Dr Michael O'Sullivan SJ.
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A journey that shaped them
June 14, 2023
Kevin O'Rourke SJ was one of over 200 people from around the globe who attended a Zoom celebration marking 40 years of the Religious Formation Ministry Programme in Ireland.
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Messenger book: ‘Shaping the Assembly’
June 13, 2023
Editor Thomas O'Loughlin brings together contributors from several Churches to try to answer the question of how space affects us in worship.
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A summer meditation
June 12, 2023
The 'summer breeze meditation', published in Messenger magazine, tunes into the rhythm of the summer breeze and a gentle inner experience.
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The Jesuits and Vermeer
June 6, 2023
Brendan Staunton SJ could not get a ticket to the Vermeer exhibition in Amsterdam but a documentary film on the event was certainly compensation.
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Pope Video: For the abolition of torture
June 6, 2023
Pope Francis prays that the international community may commit itself concretely to abolish torture and guarantee support to victims.
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Women and the Irish National Assembly – what really happened
November 4, 2026 - Gerry O’Hanlon SJ offers a revealing insight into the debates, decisions and unexpected nuances surrounding the Church’s future engagement with women.
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.
Latest Videos
Pray with the Pope: For the proper use of wealth
November 3, 2026 - Pope Leo reminds us that true wealth lies not in what we accumulate, but in what we share with others through love, generosity and service.
Reflections of a Catholic priest in Palestine/Israel
November 3, 2026 - David Neuhaus SJ was the guest speaker at the launch of his latest book, 'Conquest or Leven: Reflections of a Catholic Priest in Palestine/Israel'. Pat Coyle interviews him about the book.
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
Latest Blog Posts
Studies covers Irish education down the years
November 4, 2026 - Dermot Roantree :: 'Studies' has been reflecting on Irish education since its inception in 1912. The autumn 2026 issue continues this tradition.
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
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.