Posted on 14. Dec, 2005 in Addiction, Alcohol, Christmas
For many families, the prospect of Chritmas fills them with dread, as someone in the family will use the season to drink excessively – spoiling things for everyone else and leaving the family again trying to figure out what can be done about thie addictions. Patricia Coyle spoke to a member of Al Anon about […]
Posted on 14. Dec, 2005 in Advent, Seasons of the Church Year
Anne Thurston reflects on the 4th Sunday of Advent – the last weekend before Christmas. She talks about finding something new in the Gospel of the annunciation of Mary and finding time to slow down and take a breath amidst the hustle and bustle.
Posted on 30. Nov, 2005 in Church Teachings, Community, Faith and Justice, Seasons of the Church Year
Bishop of Kildare & Leighlin, Jim Moriarty, talks to Eileen Good about the Reach Out campaign in his diocese. He explains it was an initiative to encourage participation in parish life and also to welcome those who may not attend mass, those who may not feel included and those new to the Community. Jim talks […]
Posted on 30. Nov, 2005 in Church Teachings, Community, Seasons of the Church Year
Donal Neary SJ, Jesuit Priest & author, explains the relevance of the third Sunday of Advent and the lighting of the rose coloured candle. Donal explains that this candle represents rejoicing because although Advent is a time of waiting, we can rejoice as we know how the story ends. The interview ends with the song […]
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 Christmas, Discrimination, Homelessness
Alice Leahy, director of TRUST, writer ad broadcaster speaks to Eileen Good about their work with the homeless. She talks about the wonderful things that happen at Christmas but also reminds us that Christmas can be a time of loneliness for many people. But first Eileen asks if people have forgotten the Christian ethos of […]
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 16. Mar, 2005 in Easter, Ecology, Environment, Seasons of the Church Year
The role of the Tree Council is to promote the planting, care and enjoyment of trees. John McLoughlin speaks to Miriam Gormally about the significance of trees at Easter time, starting with Palm Sunday. He talks about the ‘Crown of Thorns’ of Good Friday, the wood used to make the cross and the Elder Tree […]
Posted on 16. Mar, 2005 in Easter, Holy Week, Seasons of the Church Year
Good Friday is a very special religious holiday where Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus. Canon Tom Haskins talks about the special three hour service that has been held at St. Anne’s for a generation or more. He explains the origin of this three hour service and describes what happens in the church during the […]
Posted on 16. Mar, 2005 in Easter, Seasons of the Church Year
Easter Sunday is one of the most festive events among Christians worldwide, commemorating Jesus Christ’s resurrection from death, as written in the Christian bible. Fr. Jack McArdle talks about the importance of this time because if Jesus had not risen from the dead then our whole faith would be in vain. He reflects on the […]