Brendan McManus SJ
Channelling the inner fire
January 17, 2022
Best-selling author Brendan McManus SJ offers an accessible guide to Ignatian spirituality in 15 easy to understand points
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Journeying the ecological path
November 30, 2021
Brendan McManus SJ takes us to the family farm at Lisnaskea, Co. Fermanagh, where his journey to ecological awareness began.
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Grieving our losses
November 23, 2021
Brendan McManus SJ and Jim Deeds ran a 'grief retreat' in Dromantine based on their book 'Finding God in the Mess'.
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Doing the unthinkable: Facing phobias and anxieties
October 11, 2021
BRENDAN McMANUS SJ :: To cope with stress and overcome our demons in this anxiety-filled world, we need a strategy that works
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An Irish Camino experience
July 27, 2021
Three Jesuits, including Bishop Alan McGuckian of Raphoe, are helping to establish a new pilgrimage route in Ireland, the Slí Cholmcille in Donegal and Derry
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It pays to make a mess!
June 21, 2021
Brendan McManus SJ and Jim Deeds’ book, 'Finding God in the Mess', has won two gold awards from publishing industry associations in the USA
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Open water swimming: an exercise in contemplation and discernment
June 9, 2021
BRENDAN McMANUS SJ :: It may seem like madness to swim in a lake or sea outside peak summer, but it does wonders for mental health
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Ignatian flavour to Fermanagh deacon’s book
April 13, 2021
Brendan McManus SJ's photos of his native Fermanagh feature in a new book of reflections for lockdown by Deacon Martin Donnelly
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Caring through pictures
March 23, 2021
The North Belfast Care Zone outreach to older people has chosen a selection of photos taken by Brendan McManus SJ for their postcards and posters
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Asking for help when you need it
February 24, 2021
BRENDAN McMANUS :: People with poor mental health can become trapped by their condition. They don't feel well enough to get help. But help is available and it is necessary
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September Messenger: Season of creation
September 23, 2026 - The September issue commemorates Knock Basilica’s 50th anniversary and features Fr Ante Gabrić, Fulton Sheen, St Francis, creation, water, AI, ecology and retreats.
A Saint for our times
September 22, 2026 - An appreciation of the life of St. Francis of Assisi, on the 800th anniversary of his death, is our feature article from September's 'Messenger.
‘Reminders of Africa’
September 22, 2026 - Colm Brophy's latest African-themed paintings are now on show at the Jesuit nursing home Cherryfield in Milltown Park.
Requiem Mass for Fr Seán – 70 years a Jesuit
September 21, 2026 - Seán Ó Cearbhalláin SJ "showed early signs of his future vocation growing up in the Bogside," mourners in his native Derry were told.
Latest Podcasts
Living water: “Join the force”
September 18, 2026
Healing for the soul
August 18, 2026
‘The Soul Also Keeps the Score’
July 3, 2026
Sharing bread in Bethlehem
July 2, 2026
Latest Videos
Walking with a seeker
September 23, 2026
Pope Video: For the care of water
September 3, 2026
Pope Video: For evangelization in the city
August 5, 2026
Pope Video: For respect for human life
July 3, 2026
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