Gavin T. Murphy

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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Teachings of a Jesuit Zen master

September 20, 2022

Roshi Robert Kennedy SJ gave a number of formal and informal talks at a five-day Zen retreat in the Dominican Retreat Centre, Dublin.

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Shine

September 14, 2022

GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: A friend's song helps recovery from an encounter with an 'aggressive man' and prompts a journey of growth and discovery.

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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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Ignatian artist residency

July 1, 2022

Seven young adults of the Faber Community created poetry, music, art, prose and stories in Sicily from 8 to 26 June 2022.

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Praying with the boy Jesus

May 24, 2022

GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: A gospel contemplation on the 12-year-old Jesus in the Temple, inviting people to draw from their experiences of 'missing and cherishing'.

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Yin and Yang of Yeats

May 18, 2022

GAVIN THOMAS MURPHY :: Meditating on 'The Singing Horseman' and 'For the Road' by Irish painter Jack B Yeats offers a profound insight on how we see beauty today.

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