Irish Jesuits

In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, Jesuit theologian Gerry O'Hanlon, outlines the main themes of Pope Francis' thinking on holiness as revealed in his latest letter, "Gaudate et Exsultate"(Rejoice and Be Glad).

Catherine McCann, author of 'Love Life: A holistic understanding of ageing', speaks of ageing as a positive and satisfying experience once you have the tools to manage it.

Irish Jesuit theologian Gerry O'Hanlon has been commenting on the news that Pope Francis will travel to Ireland from 25 to 26 August. 2018, as part of the World Meeting of Families in Dublin. Talking to Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications he says that Pope Francis is visiting a different Ireland from the one Pope John Paul II visited in 1979. The country itself is much more secularised, and t...

Gerry Whelan SJ, lecturer in theology at the Gregorian University in Rome, speaks with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications about Mary McAleese's latest criticism on Pope Francis at the Voices of Faith International Women's Day Conference on 8 March 2018.

Gerry Whelan SJ, is an Irish Jesuit and lecturer in theology at the Gregorian University in Rome. In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications he gives his list of hi-lights and low-lights, over the last five years, in the papacy of Pope Francis who was elected pope on this day, 13 March, 2013.

In her critical speech regarding the treatment of women  in the Catholic church, former Irish President Mary McAleese quoted Irish Jesuit theologian Gerry O'Hanlon. in this interview, Gerry O'Hanlon explains to Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications why Mrs McAleese was referencing him. He also gives his own critique of her widely-covered speech.

Brendan McManus SJ speaks to Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications about his ministry in spiritual direction and his life as a Jesuit.

In this interview Michael O'Sullivan offers a way to identify and study the field of spirituality as an academic subject.

Dr Kevin Hargaden from the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice has written a lenten retreat with a difference, in order to make a difference. 'Home Thoughts from the Bible in a Time of Housing Crisis is an exploration of the theme of homelessness in the bible from Genesis to the book of Revelation. Viewing scripture through the lens of a social justice theologian, Kevin shows how theology and scri...

Fifth year students from Crescent College Comprehensive SJ in Limerick have won a 1st Place award at this year's BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition in the RDS, Dublin. Students Thomas Gomes, Donnacha Henchy and Jack Murthagh wanted to test if secondary school students, college students, and adults have any bias for or against refugees and migrants in their moral decision making.

The Jesuit Centre of Spirituality and Culture in Galway, Ireland, are looking for those would like to take part in a 6-week Lenten challenge of dedicating 10+ minutes a day on a spiritual practice of their choice. In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, Eddie Cosgrove SJ, the new Director of the centre, says the participant can pray with scripture, run, do a stillness exer...

Michael Kirwan is a Jesuit theologian who believes we are living in deeply troubled times marked globally by a rise in fascist and nationalistic ideologies. The attendant intolerance, exclusion and racism which those ideologies engender, has left the world feeling increasingly unstable. Kirwan says that theologians in the Judaeo-Christian tradition have much practical wisdom to offer a world that...

Irish Jesuit Messenger Publications has a line up of books to be published both for Lent and Easter time. In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, Donal Neary SJ, editor of The Messenger, talks about the books they have in the pipeline.

The Sacred Heart Messenger celebrates its 130th birthday this year. The iconic Irish Sacred Heart Messenger magazine was founded in 1888 by Father James Cullen SJ. He was given a room and a £1 note and 'the rest is history', says Donal Neary SJ, the present Messenger editor. In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications he tells some of that history including the unique way it wa...

In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, Brendan McManus SJ talks of his book 'Finding God in the Mess: Meditations for Mindful Living' in collaboration with Jim Deeds. Speaking around the Christmas and post Christmas season, Brendan talks of developing a contemplative attitude, especially in the small things, of which the Examen prayer is key.

Patrick Muldoon is a marathon runner who experiences running as a life enhancing time of prayer and gratitude which nourishes his faith. As more and more people take to running, especially as part of a New Year resolution, Patrick talks to Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, about his passion for a sport that he says helps keep him clear-headed and focused.

Damien Burke, Assistant Archivist of the Irish Jesuit Province, interviews Vera Moynes, editor of The Irish Jesuit Mission: A Calendar of Correspondence 1566-1752. This

The annual Christmas Belvedere College SleepOut raises money for, and awareness about, the homeless The students from the SleepOut17 committee talk to Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications about their soup runs across the city, even during the summer, to people sleeping rough and about the friendships they develop with the homeless people. One student talks about the shock he got when visiting...

Dr Peter Walpole SJ, is Director of Research at the Institute of Environmental Science for Social Change in the Philippines. He runs a unique farm/school project in the mountains there. In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, the Limerick-born Jesuit challenges listeners to change the ways they relate to Mother Earth.

In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, popular Irish singer-songwriter Liam Lawton talks about his Advent tour around Ireland. He says music speaks directly to the heart, and has a capacity to heal and console during times of suffering, loss or mental distress.

Peter McVerry decries the government's complete failure to address homelessness intelligently or sympathetically.

Ignatian mysticism is a theme in the writings of Brian O'Leary SJ. The Irish Jesuit author has written numerous books and articles, and for many decades has travelled internationally to teach on St Ignatius. This interview, with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, took place on Monday 23 October,  the birthday of the founder of the Jesuits. In it, Brian alludes to the rise in interest in mys...

Dr Annemarie Paulin-Campbell heads up the spirituality work of the Jesuit Institute South Africa and works with victims of trauma. In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, Annemarie discusses the interface between Christian spirituality and psychology in a place that is still severely affected by the apartheid era.

Gerry O'Hanlon SJ one of the contributors to "A Dialogue of Hope: Critical Thinking for Critical Times". In this interview with Pat Coyle at the launch of the book, he outlines the role churches should play in bringing about the more inclusive dialogue the group are calling for. He says the Catholic Church in particular doesn't have an embedded model for listening to their people. It is crucial, h...

Fergus O'Ferrall, Lay Leader of the Methodist Church in Ireland, is one of the contributors to "A Dialogue of Hope: Critical Thinking for Critical Times". In this interview with Pat Coyle he says that there were also people throughout the length and breadth of rural Ireland who were suffering from a variety of social issues. Their voices need to be heard and appropriate platforms need to be set up...