Fergus O’Donoghue SJ

Is it still relevant to have devotion to saints?

March 28, 2007

Spirit Moves is a topical discussion programme on RTE which explores ethical issues that arise from current news events. Presenter, Susan McReynolds, and guests also explore questions of life and...

Sickness and health in Ireland

December 20, 2006

The ‘Studies’ winter issue by Fergus O’Donoghue. In Sickness and in Health is the theme of our new issue. Our aim is to examine what, in the first article, John...

Muslim reaction to Pope has air of “organised indignation”

September 19, 2006

In an interview with Brendan McManus SJ, Fr Fergus O’Donoghue argues that the Pope is right to regret the effects of his words but not to withdraw his point about...

The making of a saint

November 4, 2005

November 4, 2005 The making of a saint The story of the recently canonised Alberto Hurtado SJ by Fergus O’Donoghue SJ Alberto Hurtado and his wife Ana Cruchaga were a...

‘Follow the money’

March 13, 2026 - As the USA's war with Iran continues, Dr Phyllis Zagano, friend of IJC, has turned her attention to a conflict which has the world on edge.

A fresh look at the ‘kingdom of heaven’

March 13, 2026 - Weeks three and four of Aidan Mathews, online Lenten retreat focus on Matthew’s gospel passages about the kingdom of heaven, comparing it both to a hidden treasure and a pearl […]

A feminist Saint Patrick?

March 13, 2026 - Soline Humbert reflects on what St Patrick’s humanity, openness and spiritual imagination might offer to the church today

‘Access all areas’ a third-level education model

March 11, 2026 - The Taoiseach officially opened a state-of-the-art building at the National College of Ireland. The college, founded by the Jesuits, is celebrating its 75th anniversary.