Posted on 25. Jun, 2015 in Church Teachings, Climate Change, Ecology, Environment, Gospel Values
Since the release of the Pope’s latest Encyclical, some conservative politicians in the US have said that that the Pope ought to stay out of science. Miriam Gormally spoke with Prof John Sweeney, a climate change expert, about the pope’s encyclical and whether it was something that could appeal to the scientific community as well […]
Posted on 18. Jun, 2015 in Christian Values, Climate Change, EcoCongregations, Ecology, Economy, Faith and Justice, Gospel Values, Nature
Pope Francis’ latest Encyclical focuses heavily on climate change and asks us all to protect our “common home”. This emphasis on ecology comes as no surprise to Jacqueline Kelleher who works in the Heritage Walled Garden in the Avila Centre in Dublin. The project was developed in order to create a community in the urban […]
Posted on 18. Jun, 2015 in Christian Values, Community, Death, Faith and Justice, Gospel Values, Humanitarian Aid, Spiritual
On May 23rd, Oscar Romero was beatified. Pope Francis said he “guided, defended and protected his flock, remaining loyal to the Gospel, in communion with the Church,” and in particular gave attention to the poorest and most marginalised in society. Romero was a controversial figure who was called back to the Vatican on three occasions, […]
Posted on 18. Jun, 2015 in Christian Values, Church Teachings, Spirituality
Signs and symbols form a large part of our everyday life, but sometimes they are so present that it’s hard to decipher them. Pat Coyle is an award winning journalist and broadcaster with over 25 years experience. He own Masters in Philosophy focused on symbols in art and culture. She has had regular appearances as […]
Posted on 11. Jun, 2015 in Climate Change, Community, Ecology, Economy, Environment, Gospel Values, Nature
2015 is a critical year in addressing the impending climate emergency and charting a path towards a more sustainable future, culminating in the UN Summit (COP21) in Paris in December. Trócaire is holding a major international conference on 22 June – 23 June 2015, co-hosted by Maynooth University and St Patrick’s College Maynooth which will bring […]
Posted on 04. Jun, 2015 in Community, Music, Vocation
Previously we heard from Tim Valentine SJ who entered the army in his forties to train to become a Chaplain. However he literally has many strings to his bow and he is also an accomplished musician. Along with his brother, Peter Valentine, he composed and wrote songs. to share their love of music and their desire […]
Posted on 04. Jun, 2015 in Christian Values, Church Teachings, Music
“First things first” is a song written by Tim Valentine SJ for his brother Peter for the album “First things first”. Tim wrote the lyrics after coming back from Iraq as a Christian army chaplain. He was inspired by his war experience and our need for God’s grace. His lyrics are truly inspirational, and bring a strong […]
Posted on 28. May, 2015 in Christian Values, Church Teachings
On May 22nd, Ireland was the first country to pass same sex marriage by popular vote. There was much heated debate leading up to the referendum and while there was much celebration in Dublin Castle, there still remain some concerns on the No side of the debate. Miriam Gormally met with Phil Dunne joint co-ordinator […]
Posted on 28. May, 2015 in Christian Values, Church Teachings
On May 22nd, Ireland was the first country to pass same sex marriage by popular vote. There was much heated debate leading up to the referendum and while there was much celebration in Dublin Castle, there still remain some concerns on the No side of the debate. Miriam Gormally met with Phil Dunne joint co-ordinator […]
Posted on 21. May, 2015 in Christian Values, Church Teachings, Conflict, Places of Conflict, War / Civil Unrest
Tim Valentine SJ, US army Chaplain, on far right, with Cadets Tim Valentine SJ entered the army in his forties to train to become a Chaplain. Having spent most of his life as a teacher, his world was changed completely when he was a first hand witness to the destruction of the New York Twin […]