There has been huge focus on the Catholic Church over the past number of weeks. As Pope Francis health declined, media commentary intensified following his death and subsequent conclave which...
As I write this article, the cardinal electors, are currently in conclave. Their task, to select the 267th successor of Peter. I pray that the spirit of discernment and peace,...
As I write this article, looking out of my window, the month of May, begins in splendid sunshine. Birds singing loudly, new leaves on the trees suggesting a new season,...
The death of Pope Francis, fills me with a deep sadness as we mourn the loss of a kind, courageous, and gentle pastor. I also have a sense of gratitude...
Sunday 27th of April, Carlo Acutis, will be formally canonized and declared saint. This will take place in an open air ceremony in Saint Peters square the Vatican. He will...
These days of bright blue skies, and spring blossoms, make it easy to identify with the Easter message. In this Jubilee Year of Hope, Easter reminds us we belong to...
The month of April has begun with splendid sunshine and blue skies. This is a beautiful time of year, nature awakens within us all a time of hope and new...
As we get closer to Holy Week it is good to reflect on how we pray. Prayer is often personal and perhaps is best practiced in silence. Thomas Green S.J....
This week we celebrate the effects of the spring equinox. For the next six months there will be more light than darkness. Light is good for the mind and body....
St Patrick inspires faith… As I write this article, Taoiseach Micheál Martin is scheduled to meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on March 12, 2025, as part...
There is a real sense here in Ireland, that the vocation crisis, to the priesthood, is having real consequences in terms of aging clergy and many priest-less parishes. Here in...
As I write this article, I'm very conscious that the health of Pope Francis, seems to be seriously declining. Pope Francis has led the Catholic Church with a deep sense...