Irish Jesuits

US theologian Stanley Hauerwas, described as 'one of the most influential Christian thinkers in the English speaking world', In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, the controversial and hugely respected Methodist theologian addresses a number of topical issues in his characteristically forthright and unpredictable style.

Irish Jesuit theologian Gerry O'Hanlon talks to Pat Coyle about his latest book 'The Quiet Revolution'. It's about Pope Francis who he says has an idea of 'Church' which if pushed through and implemented will reverse 1,000 years of the way in which the church as been structured.

Irish Jesuit theologian Gerry O'Hanlon SJ speaks about crisis, conscience and opportunity in the wake of Ireland's historic decision to repeal the 8th amendment

The Schola of Clongowes Wood College recently took 1st Prize in the National Secondary Schools Competition for Choirs in the Liturgical Music Section. This podcast features their performance of John Rutter’s 'A Clare Benediction'.

Jean Claude Ralaivaonirina SJ of the Madagascar Province is a Jesuit tertian who did a placement at Cherryfield Lodge, a nursing home in Dublin for Irish Jesuits, and at the Clongowes Wood College farm in Co Kildare. Fr Jean Claude said that he had learned a lot from the wisdom of the older Jesuits, and the farming experience will help him, surprisingly, in his new role working with the homeless i...

In this interview with Pat Coyle of Irish Jesuit Communications, Irish Jesuit philosopher Dr Patrick Riordan discusses the 8th Amendment in light of his talk at the Loyola Institute forum at Trinity College Dublin, entitled 'Living Humanely: Perspectives from Law, Morality and Science' on 13 April, 2018.

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.