Posted on 30. Nov, 2005 in Charity, Faith and Justice, Music
Miriam Gormally speaks to Gary Moore – the man behind the Christmas CD ‘Mr. Omondi’s No. 1 Singers’. Gary explains the initiative behind the CD and capturing the wealth of musical talent in Kenya and using this to raise funds there for the education of children. Sarah Mitaru, a singer on the CD, joins Gary […]
Posted on 30. Nov, 2005 in Faith and Justice, Seasons of the Church Year
As the feast of the Immaculate Conception approaches, Betty Ryan explains to Eileen Good why her relationship with Mary is so special. She advises this is a good time to pray to Mary and remember the joy and beauty of children in Advent. Betty has chosen a poem about Mary from the 5th century. But […]
Posted on 30. Nov, 2005 in Advent, Faith and Justice, Seasons of the Church Year
The second Sunday of Advent is approaching. But can we find the true meaning of this special time amidst the hustle and bustle of Christmas preparations? Jesuit and author, Donal Neary, explains why Advent is a time of spiritual waiting, a time to hope for the future and a time to give to those who […]
Posted on 02. Nov, 2005 in Economy, Faith and Justice
Eugene Quinn, director of the Jesuit Centre of Faith and Justice and a trained economist, talks to Miriam Gormally about the impact of European policies and the worry that Europe is at a crossroads and the most vulnerable will suffer. He explains that Europe is developing three pillars: economic, social and environment but that some […]
Posted on 02. Nov, 2005 in Faith and Justice, Health, HIV/Aids
Sr. Mary Baron shares her experiences of working with AIDS and HIV sufferers in Tanzania with Miriam Gormally She talks about the challenges she has faced there, her desire to go back and looking to Oscar Romaro for faith and hope in tough times. Miriam asks if she finds it difficult to come home and […]
Posted on 02. Nov, 2005 in Crime, Death, Faith and Justice, Humanitarian Aid
Breda Hegerty presents a short news bulletin from around the world with the latest updates on current topics including the UN appeal for more donations to help the Pakistan earthquake, news from the Vatican including cooperation between Vatican & Russian foreign policy and the exploitation of migrants,naming of a media find in honour of the […]
Posted on 19. Oct, 2005 in Faith and Justice
Breda Hegerty presents updates from around the world including news from China and Iraq, the new Barnardos campaign to combat child poverty in Ireland, Mission Month in Ireland this October and the Green Identity of the eco friendly St. Oliver Plunkett church.
Posted on 05. Oct, 2005 in Church Teachings, Faith and Justice
Breda Hegerty presents current news pieces from Ireland and around the world including news on the G8 proposals to cancel debt for 18 of the world’s poorest countries, the appeal from Irish Bishops to CURA to stop issuing Positive Options leaflets, the latest Paddy Power poster which may offend Christians and a date for the […]
Posted on 05. Oct, 2005 in Community, Economy, Faith and Justice
The Jesuit Centre of Faith & Justice has recently held a conference called “Future of Europe”. John d’Ardis SJ talks to Miriam Gormally about why they felt there was a need to discuss the future of Europe and why they believe we need to establish a new vision and new values for Europe. Miriam Gormally […]
Posted on 21. Sep, 2005 in Church Teachings, Community, Faith and Justice, Young people
The Youth for Unity Movement is a branch of the Focolare Movement. There are some 150,000 Youth for Unity spread over 182 countries in all 5 continents and their aim is to build a united world. Miriam Gormally speaks to member Anne Murray about the upcoming charity event ‘Run for Unity’ which takes place on […]