Gavin T. Murphy
My 7 signs of good mental health!
May 28, 2024
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: As a person with mental health challenges, I’d like to share a four-month adventure of embodying the signs of good mental health in my life.
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Gardening with Peter
January 16, 2024
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: A tribute to the late Peter Hannan SJ, wonderful gardener and spiritual teacher, who showed three ways toward love, intimacy and happiness.
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We are gold
August 29, 2023
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: Experiencing the kindness of a colleague inspired me to meditate on how God might treat us in every aspect of our lives.
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A summer meditation
June 12, 2023
The 'summer breeze meditation', published in Messenger magazine, tunes into the rhythm of the summer breeze and a gentle inner experience.
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Compassionate presence meditation
March 7, 2023
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: A mind-body-heart meditation with an invitation to turn to our source of compassion with music, imagery, energy and love.
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All kinds of rainbows
February 21, 2023
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: A poem about meditation that includes 'dropping into' the body to experience a wise and compassionate presence within.
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Zen spirit in poetry
October 5, 2022
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: Two poems on themes of relationships and career/work attempt to answer the question, 'Why engage in Zen practice today?'
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Comfort in the discomfort
August 22, 2022
GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: The Story of the Good Samaritan suggests that taking risks to be close to people brings meaning and happiness, even in the ugliness of life.
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A man deeply in love with God
July 26, 2022
'Pedro Arrupe: A Heart Larger than the World' by Brian Grogan SJ illuminates the inspirational leader's profound relationship with God.
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Messenger’s September moments
September 2, 2024 - Blackberries, back to school, caring for the earth and the power of letting go, are all September moment themes in this month's Messenger magazine.
Ecology and Spirituality
August 30, 2024 - This September, Xavier de Bénazé SJ will give talks, workshops and a retreat, all on the theme of integrating ecology and spirituality.
Synodality and the Recovery of Vatican II
August 28, 2024 - 'Synodality and the Recovery of Vatican II: A New Way for Catholics,' examines the importance and implications of synodality, how it can build on the work of Vatican II.
Citizen Juries: A Way to Restore Ireland’s Hospitality?
August 23, 2024 - The Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice have written an article on 'Citizen Juries' and their potential for cultivating an Ireland that truly lives up to its reputation of a 100,000s welcomes.
Latest Podcasts
Remembering Father Gerald O’Collins SJ
August 30, 2024
A fresh look at Mary
August 23, 2024
A deeper understanding of pilgrimage
August 8, 2024
Three aspects of pilgrimage
July 29, 2024
Latest Videos
The Pope Video: For the cry of the Earth
September 2, 2024
The Pope Video: For political leaders
August 6, 2024
Brother Éamonn Davis SJ, RIP – “Let God at ya!”
July 12, 2024
The Pope Video: For the pastoral care of the sick
July 2, 2024
Latest Books
‘I am infinitely loved’ – Messenger booklet
August 21, 2023
Messenger autumn catalogue
August 8, 2023
‘Brothers in Arms’ – Ignatian Camino book
July 3, 2023
Messenger book: ‘Shaping the Assembly’
June 13, 2023
