Spirituality
A giant in church-state history
July 6, 2016
John Courtney Murray SJ is a key figure in any discussion about Church and state in modern times. Gerry Whelan SJ spoke about him at the Loyola Institute's international conference...
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Jesuits discuss ‘being human today’
July 6, 2016
Jesuits involved in the intellectual apostolates of the Irish, Dutch, British, and Flanders Provinces met recently to address the theme of 'What it means to be human'.
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Forgiveness in Saints Maria Goretti and Ignatius
July 5, 2016
TOM CASEY SJ :: We all experience conflicts and divisions, most of them less tragic than what Maria Goretti had to undergo. To realise that an 11 year-old girl was...
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Irish welcome for European Provincials
June 30, 2016
For the first time ever the Irish Jesuit Province hosted the Consult of the President of the Conference of European Provincials (CEP). The venue was Milltown Park, Dublin.
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Thomas of the Wounds and our vocation
June 29, 2016
TOM CASEY SJ :: St Thomas, who according to tradition was martyred by being pierced with a lance, is a source of inspiration and gratitude for Tom Casey.
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A sparrow to fall
June 29, 2016
Damien Burke :: A new BBC documentary on the Battle of the Somme explores the letters, postcards and personal possessions of Jesuit chaplain Fr Willie Doyle held at the Irish...
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Adoring God at ordination and in ordinary life
June 24, 2016
TOM CASEY SJ :: Fr. Casey recalls one of the most moving moments in his ordination ceremony, when he lay prostrate on the ground before God.
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Laudato Si: How does the encyclical speak to an Irish context?
June 22, 2016
Catherine Devitt :: While Laudato Si’ generated much momentum in the last year; we urgently need to forge ahead to translate its vision into reality, particularly at a political and...
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A message of joy
June 22, 2016
Bishop Denis Nulty (pictured) and Peter McVerry SJ were the keynote speakers at the “Messenger Day of Joy”, for promoters, readers and friends of 'The Sacred Heart Messenger'.
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“The flame that burns twice as bright burns half as long”
June 16, 2016
TOM CASEY SJ :: Tuesday 21 June is the feast day of the Italian Jesuit saint and patron of youth, Aloysius Gonzaga. Fr. Tom Casey reflects on the all-too-brief life...
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Requiem Mass for Fr Seán – 70 years a Jesuit
September 21, 2026 - Seán Ó Cearbhalláin SJ "showed early signs of his future vocation growing up in the Bogside," mourners in his native Derry were told.
Indian Jesuits write a new story
September 21, 2026 - After 59 years in Ranchi, Fr Aurel Brys SJ returns to say goodbye and witnesses how Indian Jesuits are shaping the mission’s future.
Ways to mark the ‘Season of Creation 2026’
September 2, 2026 - The JCFJ offers a special Examen prayer by Piaras Jackson SJ, as one of many ways for people to mark the 'Season of Creation ', whose theme is 'Living Water'.
Pastoral Ministry Co-Ordinator vacancy
September 1, 2026 - The Diocese of Down and Connor is seeking to recruit a Pastoral Ministry Co-Ordinator based within the Belfast Jesuit Centre, on a 2 year contract.
Latest Podcasts
Living water: “Join the force”
September 18, 2026
Healing for the soul
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‘The Soul Also Keeps the Score’
July 3, 2026
Sharing bread in Bethlehem
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Latest Videos
Pope Video: For the care of water
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Latest Books
‘Dreaming A New Dream’
March 19, 2025
‘I am infinitely loved’ – Messenger booklet
August 21, 2023
Messenger autumn catalogue
August 8, 2023
‘Brothers in Arms’ – Ignatian Camino book
July 3, 2023