Tony Bates

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Seeing the ‘extra’ in the ordinary

June 17, 2021

Alan Hilliard's book 'Dipping into Life' provides reflections to help readers find goodness and beauty beyond the turmoil of these days

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Is our future in safe hands?

January 10, 2018

There are over 400,000 young people aged between 18 and 24, in Ireland. Their lives are reflected on from a variety of perspectives in the Jesuit publication, 'Working Notes'

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.

An attitude of gratitude

April 14, 2026 - Gratitude: The solution to worry, Kierkegaard claimed, was to make a leap of faith and put our trust in God’s enduring love.

April Messenger: Hope, renewal and growth

April 13, 2026 - In these uncertain times, the April Messenger offers rest and reflection, with themes of hope, renewal, gratitude and transformation in everyday life.