Podcasts
Imagination and Spirituality
audio January 13, 2015
Irish Jesuits · Imagination and Spirituality Renowned author Michael Paul Gallagher SJ talks to Pat Coyle about the role of the imagination in spirituality.
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Pope Francis as new element of hope
audio January 13, 2015
Irish Jesuits · Pope Francis as new element of hope Jesuit theologian and well known author Michael Paul Gallagher sees real hope for the future of faith in the person...
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A biography of Bishop James Corboy SJ, by Tom Layden SJ
audio January 13, 2015
Irish Jesuits · A biography of Bishop James Corboy SJ, by Tom Layden SJ Irish Provincial Tom Layden’s speech at the launch of ‘The Man called James Corboy: Irish Jesuit...
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Fr Jim Corkery SJ reflects on the first Jesuit Pope
audio January 3, 2015
Irish Jesuits · Fr Jim Corkery SJ reflects on the first Jesuit Pope Jesuit theologian Jim Corkery is co-author of a recently published book on the history of the papacy....
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Brendan McManus SJ on Tertianship
audio December 5, 2014
Irish Jesuits · Brendan McManus SJ on Tertianship In this interview Brendan McManus SJ likens the tertianship training year, part of the Jesuit cycle of formation, to taking apart a...
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Bruce Bradley SJ on the future development of Irish Education
audio December 5, 2014
Irish Jesuits · Bruce Bradley SJ on the future development of Irish Education The need for radical reform of the Irish education system is what Minister Ruairi Quinn advocates in...
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The life of an Irish francophile, Conor Harper, SJ
audio December 5, 2014
Irish Jesuits · The life of an Irish francophile, Conor Harper, SJ Conor Harper SJ has recently received the prestigious medal of Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres from the...
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Donal Neary SJ on ‘Reflecting through Easter’
audio December 5, 2014
Irish Jesuits · Donal Neary SJ on ‘Reflecting through Easter’ Donal Neary SJ in conversation with Pat Coyle about his latest book, Praying at Easter – reflections on the readings...
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James Corboy SJ, Bishop of Monze
audio December 5, 2014
Irish Jesuits · James Corboy SJ, Bishop of Monze Catherine Dunne RSHM, talks to Pat Coyle about her book on the life of Limerick born James Corboy SJ, much beloved...
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Eyes to the Heavens: Where a scientist finds God
audio December 5, 2014
Irish Jesuits · Eyes to the Heavens: Where a scientist finds God Guy Consolmagno SJ is one of the Vatican astronomers in Castel Gandolfo. In this interview he talks about...
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Latest News
‘Exemplary piece of humane scholarship’
February 1, 2023 - Brian Mac Cuarta SJ is co-editor of 'The Jesuit Mission in Early Modern Ireland (1560-1760)' which will be launched in DCU on 9 February.
Preparing to meet the Pope.
February 1, 2023 - Noelle Fitzpatrick and the Jesuit Refugee Service in South Sudan are busy preparing for the imminent visit of Pope Francis to the country.
Jesuits in Ireland & Techo International
January 31, 2023 - Volunteer Cathal Lacey describes the living conditions of Chile's shanty towns and how the NGO Techo International helps empower communities.
Prisoner’s death preventable
January 31, 2023 - The Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice have raised concerns about the death of a man following his attempted suicide in Cork Prison.
“Your clothes are stained with our blood”
January 24, 2023 - Dr Kevin Hargaden of the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice was shocked by what he learnt at a conference in Bangladesh, exploring the idea of a 'just wage' there.
Latest Videos
Pope Video: For educators
January 11, 2023 - Pope Francis prays that educators may be credible witnesses, who see fraternity as the best path for helping those most in need.
Pope Video: For volunteer organisations
December 5, 2022 - Pope Francis highlights the value of volunteer non-profit organisations and encourages them to collaborate more among themselves.
Jesuit vocations film – ‘Walking with Jesus Christ’
December 5, 2022 - 'Sons of Ignatius' is a mix of vocation stories and information on the Jesuit way of life featuring three young Irish Jesuits.
Pope Video: For children who suffer
November 4, 2022 - Pope Francis asks Christians to pray for children who are suffering, especially those who are homeless, orphans, and victims of war.
Pope Video: For a Church open to everyone
October 10, 2022 - The Pope prays that the Church may live in an increasing atmosphere of synodality and be a community of solidarity, fraternity, and welcome.
Latest Books
Biography of a Jesuit-educated judge
January 23, 2023 - 'Judge John O'Hagan, 1825-1890', on the life of a respected patriot, poet, scholar and lawyer, is among the most recent Messenger books.
‘The Mindful Our Father’ – New Messenger book
January 3, 2023 - Tom Casey SJ, in his new book, brings the contemporary focus of mindfulness to the Our Father to unearth its hidden treasure.
Disciples of courage
December 2, 2022 - Author Brendan Comerford SJ reflects on the lives of ten inspirational people who showed immense courage in their commitment to Christ.
Maynooth College: Essays on dying and death
November 17, 2022 - The book launch of a collection of essays on dying and death took place in St Patrick's College Maynooth on 16 November 2022.
Reflections for weekday readings 2022-2023
November 11, 2022 - Fr Martin Hogan hopes his book of gospel reflections will allow the Lord's light to shine more clearly through the new liturgical year.
