Posted on 13. Dec, 2006 in Advent, Church Teachings, Seasons of the Church Year
The theme of waiting runs right through the season of Advent – waiting for the coming of Christ. But how practical is it for us today, in a frantically busy world especially in the run up to Christmas, to take time out to focus on waiting. Eileen Good met Augustinian priest, Fr. Tom Cooney, director […]
Posted on 13. Dec, 2006 in Celibacy/Sexuality, Relationships
The current debate about whether of not the age of consent for sexual activity should be lowered to 16 is dominating the headlines. Many teenagers are having sex at a much earlier age than would have been the case some years ago – and this is causing concern and alarm particularly among the parents of […]
Posted on 29. Nov, 2006 in Christmas, Church Teachings, Music
This week’s music piece is A Modern Medieval Carol arranged by Colin Mawby and sung by the Dublin Choral Foundation.
Posted on 29. Nov, 2006 in Church Teachings, Faith and Justice, Feminism/Women in the Church
This year the Mercy Order celebrates 175 years in existence. Recent years have been difficult and painful for the Order, but they take courage from their remarkable foundress Catherine McAuley who is still their inspiration. Sr. Anne Hannon told Eileen Good about the foundation of the order and the Ireland of those days.
Posted on 29. Nov, 2006 in Christmas, Church Teachings, Music, Seasons of the Church Year
Ite O’Donovan is passionate about music, especially choral music. A former director, and first ever women director, of the Palestrina Choir at Dublin’s Pro-Cathedral, she is currently director of the Dublin Choral Foundation, the Lassus Scholars and Piccolo Lasso (the juniors!). These are independent non-denominational choirs. Right now, like choirs nationwide, they are currently rehearsing […]
Posted on 29. Nov, 2006 in Addiction, Faith and Justice, Relationships, Young people
Can young people enjoy themselves without alcohol? Richie Ryan, national host of the No Name club believes that they can and that it’s often just a case of getting people involved and focusing their energies in different directions. Miriam Gormally met Richie and asked him why he got involved with the No Name Club and […]
Posted on 29. Nov, 2006 in Church of Ireland, Church Teachings, Faith and Justice
The Hard Gospel project represents a commitment by the Church of Ireland to examine the challenges of faith which arise for Christians. In particular it looks at the commandment of “Love your neighbour” and examines how we can live that daily in a practical way.
Posted on 29. Nov, 2006 in Advent, Church Teachings, Seasons of the Church Year
Advent is traditionally a time of waiting and preparation. But children in particular are not known for their patience. So what can you do as a family to help children get involved in learning about waiting and expectation? Peter O’Conor met Deirdre Sheeva who has worked liturgically in many parishes around Dublin and asked her […]
Posted on 29. Nov, 2006 in Church Teachings, Religious teaching, Schools
Kathleen Darragh is a teacher in St. Mary’s Primary School in Cushendall, Co. Antrim. She is also the designated teacher for pastoral care and the R.E. co-ordinator for the school. This Christmas is an extra special one for Kathleen with the publication of her book for children The 12 Days of Christmas. She spoke to […]
Posted on 29. Nov, 2006 in Christmas, Faith and Justice, Relationships, Seasons of the Church Year
Carmel Dawson is the national president of the ICA – The Irish Countrywomen’s Association. From Tullow in Co Carlow she is a life long member of the organisation. At this time of the year she is finishing up her countrywide travelling, getting organised for Christmas and making time for her family which is very important […]