Posted on 16. Jan, 2014 in Book review, Church Teachings, Spirituality
‘Thomas Merton: A monk for all seasons’ was the theme of a talk hosted by The Irish Catholic newspaper this week. Given by US-based Prof. Michael W. Higgins whilst visiting Ireland. Professor Higgins has written several books on Merton, and the talk explored the ongoing relevance of the spiritual master in the modern world. In this interview […]
Posted on 22. Aug, 2013 in Ecology, Environment
A piece from our archive – October 3rd 2007 Cheap flights and package tours have made air travel accessible for all. However there is an environment cost to our current jet-setting life-styles. Victoria White, a campaigner against climate change explained to Miriam Gormally why for the sake of the planet we would be better […]
Posted on 18. Apr, 2013 in Ecology, Environment, Poverty
The persistence of hunger in the 21st century represents “the grossest of human rights violations” and the “greatest ethical failure of the current global system”, President Michael D Higgins said as he opened an international conference on the issue in Dublin earlier this week. Miriam Gormally spoke with Christopher Mweembe who was at the conference. […]
Posted on 28. Mar, 2013 in Church Teachings, Environment
In this four part series we look at people who work with Jesuit organisations to understand the difference and impact that Pope Francis will make to their work and lives. In this first one, Pat Coyle talks with Guy Consolmagno, a Jesuit brother and Vatican Astrologer. Science is often seen as running counter to religion, […]
Posted on 08. Nov, 2012 in Charity, Environment, Poverty
In 2000, 189 nations made a promise to free people from extreme poverty and multiple deprivation. The pledge became the eight Millennium Development Goals, which were to be achieved by 2015. They are to reduce hunger, achieve universal primary education, promote gender equality, reduce child mortality, improve maternal health, combat disease, ensure environmental sustainability and […]
Posted on 12. Jul, 2012 in EcoCongregations, Ecology, Environment
Eco Congregations Ireland is holding its inaugural conference this year in Dromantine, near Newry, September 14-15. There will be many speakers looking at the theology of ecology and sustainable living. Included amongst the speakers is the Rev Peter Owen-Jones, Sussex-based clergyman, author and BBC presenter, who will be looking at the topic of well-being in […]
Posted on 05. Jul, 2012 in Ecology, Environment
Water is likely to be the scarce resource of the future. Currently its distribution is extremely inequitable, with the average per person use in some countries, including Ireland exceeding 100L a day while many others get by on less than 10. Miriam Gormally talked with Christina Meehan, from Progressio Ireland about the challenge she took […]
Posted on 21. Jun, 2012 in Ecology, Environment
Rio +20 is currently (June 20-22) taking place to look at the issue of sustainable development. It is placing a particular emphasis on climate change and intergenerational equity. Miriam Gormally met Judith Turbine from Progressio Ireland. Progressio Ireland is an independent Irish international development organisation, with a particular interest in water. Miriam put it to […]
Posted on 12. Oct, 2011 in Book review
Sr. Stan has written a book on her life and work with people on the margins of society. Next week we continue her story and hear about the research she did in UCD, which became the foundation for her work with the homeless.
Posted on 24. Dec, 2008 in Environment, Faith and Justice, Spirituality
Donal Dorr describes Spirituality as ‘our deepest heart’s desire’ and in fact that is the title of his latest book Spirituality Our Deepest Heart’s Desire. He looks at the internal or inward-looking aspect of one’s spirituality and also at outward-orientated activities such as working for social justice or the environment. Eileen Good asked him about […]