Podcasts
‘Give the Spirit the mike’
November 17, 2021
Brian Grogan SJ explains his work in what he calls “Spirit-led conversations” with people from dioceses in Ireland and Great Britain as preparation for the Synods in Rome and Ireland
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Exploring a puzzling word
November 9, 2021
Author and Spiritual Director Brian O'Leary SJ explores the meaning of the word 'spirit', in this podcast series on the nature of spiritual direction
Read moreNew document on synod brings great hope
October 27, 2021
"Groundbreaking...The best Vatican document since Lumen Gentium," says Brian Grogan SJ of 'Vademecum' (Come With Me), issued in preparation for the synod on synodality
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All Saints and All Souls
October 27, 2021
Dominican Fr Joe Cullen offers a reflection on All Saints Day and All Souls Day, from the archives of Soul Waves Radio
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Pope and saint
October 26, 2021
Saint John Paul II's feast day was celebrated on Friday 22 October. Dr Anne Thurston, theologian, reviews his life and legacy in a short archive interview from RNN/Soulwaves Radio
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Cautious welcome for carbon budget
October 26, 2021
Dr Ciara Murphy, Environmental Policy Advocate with the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice, reflects on the Irish government's latest attempt to curb our carbon emissions
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What do we mean by an ‘inner life?’
October 26, 2021
Brian O'Leary explores the meaning of the term 'inner life', a concept with which everyone can identify whether or not they call themselves spiritual
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What exactly is ‘spiritual direction?’
October 12, 2021
In this podcast series author and lecturer on Ignatian Spirituality, Brian O'Leary SJ, answers simply and clearly some of the questions asked about the practice of 'spiritual direction'
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Two strong women saints
October 6, 2021
A Carmelite theologian reflects on two great women of the Church, St. Teresa of Avila and St. Thérese of Lisieux, Carmelites whose feast days are celebrated during October
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25th anniversary of Henri Nouwen’s death
September 20, 2021
Lecturer Dr Riaan van der Merwe spoke to Pat Coyle on how the renowned writer's encounter with people with developmental disabilities changed his life and theology forever
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A life of kindness & dedication: Sean Ó Cearbhalláin S.J.
August 26, 2026 - Fr. Seán Ó Cearbhalláin, S.J., remembered for a life of faith, teaching and service, died peacefully in Hong Kong on 23 August 2026.
Going with gratitude and blessing
August 21, 2026 - Friends and colleagues of the JCFJ gathered to bid Kevin Hargaden a fond goodbye. He marked the occasion with a final lecture.
Remembering a unique Jesuit/Protestant school
August 18, 2026 - Irish Jesuits visited Drogheda this summer to mark a significant event in the town's history involving St Oliver Plunkett and their Order.
The landscape that influenced C.S. Lewis
August 11, 2026 - In his August Messenger article, Kevin Hargaden explores the Irish landscape that moulded C. S. Lewis's soul and his writing.
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Healing for the soul
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Latest Books
‘Dreaming A New Dream’
March 19, 2025
‘I am infinitely loved’ – Messenger booklet
August 21, 2023
Messenger autumn catalogue
August 8, 2023
‘Brothers in Arms’ – Ignatian Camino book
July 3, 2023