prisons

News

Inhumane prisoner conditions during pandemic

August 4, 2021

The Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice (JCFJ) respond to four reports by inspectors into prisons in Ireland during Covid-19 restrictions

books

Unheard voices: Reflections of a prison chaplain

August 3, 2021

Sr Imelda Wickham touches on very painful topics as a prison chaplain, with humour and a lightness that makes her book very readable

News

McVerry calls for protection of prisoners and staff

April 2, 2020

Peter McVerry and the JCFJ have called for the release of a further 800 prisoners in the light of the Covid-19 crisis

July Messenger: Trusting with faith

July 3, 2026 - July Messenger: Seeking balance, rest, restoration and prayer during the summer months

Emergency earthquake appeal for Venezuela

July 2, 2026 - The Irish Jesuits International (IJI) has launched an emergency appeal following the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on 24 June

‘Make your path as you walk’

July 2, 2026 - An accident ended Brendan McManus SJ’s plan to walk the entire Camino; through discernment and 'let go let God' he discovered a better plan.

A thriving northern ministry

July 2, 2026 - The AGM of the Dialogue for Diversity programme heard updates on prisoner accompaniment, environmental projects, and the Spiritual Exercises for prisoners.