Posted on 02. Apr, 2008 in Film Reviews
Michael Clayton is a legal thriller film which chronicles the attempts of attorney Michael Clayton to cope with a colleague’s apparent mental breakdown and the corruption and murderous intrigue within a major client of his law firm. As well as George Clooney the movie stars Tilda Swinton who won an Oscar for her role as […]
Posted on 02. Apr, 2008 in Church Teachings, Community
Every little town is a universe and Jim O’Halloran SDB gives his insights into his own town of Callan. He also explores how the Church of the future will be based on the community living of small towns. He explains all to Eileen Good.
Posted on 02. Apr, 2008 in Music
Since winning the hearts of the nation on You’re a Star, James Kilbane has continued to tour and perform in Ireland, America and England. He has also found time to release 5 hit albums. His latest album Heart to Heart focuses on songs of praise for our Lord, and songs of honour for Mary. Here […]
Posted on 02. Apr, 2008 in Death, Grief
Watching a parent die can raise many questions. Helen Gallivan saw her own Mother go through a long and painful death, one which she calls an “unrelieved darkness.” Watching her Mother loose hope, Helen struggled with her own faith. She tells the story to Eileen Good, a story, which ultimately bore fruit to her book, […]
Posted on 02. Apr, 2008 in Church Teachings, Easter, Seasons of the Church Year
Divine Mercy Sunday takes place the Sunday after Easter to remind us that the promises of Easter are not just for one day. It is a time to celebrate the good news of Love and Mercy. Miriam Gormally met Cathal Price PP to find out more.
Posted on 02. Apr, 2008 in Faith and Justice, Spirituality
Chiara Lubich, founder of the Focolore and considered to be one of the most influential women in the Church died recently at 88. The Focolore group worked on world unity bringing together people from all walks of life. Miriam Gormally phoned Susan Gately, member of the Focolore in Ireland to find out what was so […]
Posted on 02. Apr, 2008 in Depression, Mental Health, Suicide, Young people
Suicide is something that all families and parents dread. It brings on feeling of loss as well as guilt. Unfortunately suicide rates in Ireland continue to remain high, especially amongst young adults. Miriam Gormally met Suzanne Costello from the Samaritans to find out why?
Posted on 02. Apr, 2008 in Charity, Poverty
It’s hard to believe that this year marks the 40th anniversary of the charity Concern. Set up by John and Kay O’Loughlin Kennedy in March 1968, Concern now operates in more than 30 countries with a staff of over 4,000. Eileen Good met up with Concern’s Chief Executive Tom Arnold and began by asking him […]
Posted on 05. Mar, 2008 in Music
This week’s music peace –The Bells of the Angelus- is taken from Lourdes Where Miracles Happen a new CD by Fr. Pat O’Donoghue which is the story of Lourdes with music and reflections.
Posted on 05. Mar, 2008 in Addiction, Alcohol, Young people
One of the most common sacrifices people make during Lent is to try to give up drinking alcohol. For some it’s the start they’ve been trying to make and Lent gives them a reason to get going, but for others who are already addicts it’s not as simple as that. Majella told Eileen Good about […]