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Take a walk along Dublin's Dodder river - or, indeed, any of Ireland's many beautiful rivers - in the company of keen photographer Robert O'Leary, and have your eyes opened to the wonderful diversity of wildlife that lives on or near the water.
This is a work of collaboration between retired Church of Ireland bishop, Alan, and Catholic pastoral worker, Jim, both of whom lived through the Troubles in Northern Ireland and the aftermath of that time.
A beautifully illustrated children's book featuring the story of trailblazer Aleen Cust. She was born and raised in Ireland, and later became the first female veterinary student, and eventually first female veterinary surgeon, in the UK and Ireland. Although she was one of the best students in her class in Edinburgh in 1900, she was not allowed to sit her final veterinary diploma exams because she was female. However, she persisted and became a successful vet, facing many challenges along the way. She returned to Ireland and became a trusted and admired veterinary surgeon in the west. She later drove herself to France during World War I and volunteered to help the war horses.
The Sanctuary is a meditation centre for social change in the heart of Dublin city. It aims to answer a hunger in people for spirituality, meditation, creativity and community - the four pillars of the Sanctuary's purpose and vision.
In his inimitable style John Quinn pays homage to fifty well-known people from various fields â¿ the arts, education, politics, business, science, economics â¿ all of whom he interviewed in the course of his twenty-seven-year career in broadcasting. It includes unique and insightful interviews, talks and writings from contributors such as Maeve Binchy, Seamus Heaney, John Hume, Dervla Murphy, Brendan Kennelly, John McGahern and George Mitchell.
â¿Working with homeless people has totally changed me, turned me inside out and upside down. Theyâ¿ve challenged my values, theyâ¿ve changed the way I see Irish society, theyâ¿ve changed the way I see God, theyâ¿ve done everything for me.â¿ - Fr Peter McVerryPublished to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of Peter McVerry Trust, this book tells the story of the people behind it. The forty voices range from Paddy Fay, the first resident of Fr Peter McVerryâ¿s Tabor House hostel in 1979, to other service providers, sponsors, fundraisers and board members. Published to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of Peter McVerry Trust, this book tells the story of the people behind it. The forty voices range from Paddy Fay, the first resident of Fr Peter McVerryâ¿s Tabor House hostel in 1979, to other service providers, sponsors, fundraisers and board members. Media voices include: Miriam Oâ¿Callaghan, Linda Martin, Rick Oâ¿Shea, Matt Cooper, Claire Byrne and Ray Dâ¿Arcy. With photos spanning forty years, including from Peter and contributors, this book highlights the impact that Peter and the charity have made, especially as Irelandâ¿s largest provider of Housing First services.
Cardinal Cahal B. Daly (1917-2009) was a theological and spiritual giant, best known for his tireless dedication to the work of peace in Northern Ireland. In A New Ireland Gemma Loughran has curated a selection of Cardinal Daly's writings.
This book explores sacraments from an original point of view; a synodal approach to sacraments is novel. It is written in an accessible style, sensitively engages with the issues surrounding sacraments today and proposes a synodal response.
In her inimitable and engaging style Eanna Ni Lamhna brings us on a stroll through our natural world, celebrating its beauty and highlighting the importance of protecting it.
Lady Jane Wilde (née Elgee) wrote Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland, first published in 1887 and Ancient Cures, Charms, and Usages of Ireland in 1890. An illustrated collection of dark fairy tales with a twist for readers aged 10+. With a preface by Martin Burns, this extraordinary collection highlights the dark, bizarre and unique fairy tales researched and collected during the 1840s and 1850s. It is aimed at readers aged 10+ but will appeal to adults and anyone interested in folklore.
The Liturgical Calendar for Ireland 2023 is the essential guide to the Church's daily round of prayer.
The official directory of the Church's hierarchy, a necessity for all who are actively involved in the life of the Catholic Church in Ireland.
This journal encourages young people to use their talents and skills to discover who they really are beyond external distractions.
This book explores what it means to pray as you can, using the resources you have at a time when the closeness of God is more needed than ever.
Argues that those whose lives are directed by the spiritual perspective should be the most motivated to respond to the current environmental crisis.
A very personal reflection on the importance of St Joseph as the husband of Mary.
Revised edition of Victor Bewley's Memoirs, which includes a new foreword.
A guide for those serving on Parish Pastoral Councils.
Provides an extensive and joyful guide to praying the Rosary.
A sensory prayer book for individual or group use combining Franciscan and Augustinian spirituality.
Explorations and reflections on faith during a global pandemic.
With recourse to poetry, scripture, art and music, Hugh O'Donnell takes the reader on an awesome ecological journey.
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