Dermot Roantree
Philosophical reflections
June 4, 2026
Dr Dermot Roantree discusses some of the main themes in the thought of Jürgen Habermas, the German philosopher who died recently.
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Studies: ‘The Suffering of Innocents in War and Beyond’
June 2, 2026
The summer issue of Studies responds to the current state of global affairs, in which, as Pope Leo put it, "war is back in vogue and a zeal for war...
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‘Faithful Justice’ issue of Studies launched
April 30, 2026
The spring issue of Studies, marking the 50th anniversary of the Jesuits committing to 'a faith that does justice', was launched recently.
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Manchán Magan’s legacy is secure
December 19, 2025
Dermot Roantree :: Thanks to Manchán Magan's books, film productions, and infectious love of Irish land and language, his legacy is secure.
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René Girard and J.D. Vance
November 6, 2025
'Studies' editor Dermot Roantree features in in the Irish Times, speaking about the Catholic thinker behind J.D. Vance's conversion.
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Spotlight on Trump’s second term
June 16, 2025
The Summer 2025 issue of Studies has as its central theme Donald Trump's second presidential term in the US. 'Undoing the Order of Things' is the title.
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‘Simple question – complex answer’
April 1, 2025
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe launched a special edition of the Jesuit journal 'Studies' before a large gathering in Dublin's Mansion House.
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On poetry and the sacred
October 2, 2024
DERMOT ROANTREE :: There are clear affinities between the disposition of the poet – and indeed the reader of poetry – and the attitude of people at prayer.
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Seeking justice in this world
December 18, 2023
DERMOT ROANTREE :: Seeking justice in the here and now is integral to the Christian commitment to take the Gospel exhortations and promises seriously.
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Thinking ahead to Ireland’s future
March 7, 2023
DERMOT ROANTREE :: What kind of Ireland do we want in 2030? Many concrete issues need attention, but most of all we must ask from where we will draw our...
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The Role of the Body in Christian Spirituality
June 17, 2026 - A number of Jesuits presented at a major international symposium in Dublin organised by SpIRE and the Society for the Study of Christian Spirituality.
Sacred Heart Novena touched human hearts
June 16, 2026 - This year's novena to the Sacred Heart in Gardiner St Church and The Messenger magazine drew people close to the heart of Jesus in various ways.
Vacancy for Pastoral Ministry Co-Ordinator
June 16, 2026 - The Belfast Jesuit Centre is seeking to recruit a Pastoral Ministry Co-Ordinator for a 9-month Fixed-Term Contract role, based within the Jesuit Centre.
‘Pity the Nation’
June 15, 2026 - As violence continues across Lebanon, Jesuits and partners have reshaped their relief efforts to assist the displaced and vulnerable.
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