Mary McAleese

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Contributing to a critical conversation

September 20, 2022

Former President Mary McAleese and journalist Pat Leahy launched Jonathan Tiernan's new book, on the politics of primary education.

podcasts

Irish Jesuit in Rome responds to Mary McAleese

March 13, 2018

Gerry Whelan SJ, theologian in the Gregorian University in Rome, assesses Mary McAleese's criticism of Pope Francis

Mary McAleese and the Jesuit theologian

March 9, 2018

Mary McAleese quoted Gerry O'Hanlon SJ in her critical speech on how women are treated in the Catholic church. The Irish Jesuit theologian explains why

Conversing daily with God

April 29, 2026 - A practical guide to the Ignatian Examen, helping readers reflect on daily life, recognise God’s presence, and grow in discernment.

The Pope and the President

April 20, 2026 - Fr. Donal Godfrey SJ, reflects on the recent remarks of Pope Leo XIV and the response to them from Donald Trump and his administration.

‘A privilege to be part of it’

April 15, 2026 - The celebratory event to mark the historic Silver Jubilee of postgraduate studies in Applied Spirituality was a special day for all involved.