Well, we are now well into the Lenten season — a time that naturally invites us to slow down a little, to reflect, and perhaps to take a deeper look at our spiritual lives. For many people, Lent can be a real opportunity to renew faith or even to rediscover it.  Starting next week, there’s a course that might […]

As we move through Lent, many people are thinking about what they might give up — and for some, it could be the perfect opportunity to take a life-changing step by giving up smoking.  Smoking remains one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and stroke in Ireland, but the good news is that it’s never too late […]

Amanda Prather from Tearfund Ireland. This Lenten devotional series follows the story of Zara, a teenage girl attending a Christian-run informal education centre in Lebanon. Through her journey, participants explore themes such as anger, forgiveness, love, and thankfulness — lessons Zara learns through chapel services and daily life at the centre. Zara loves learning and […]

Eric Hughes, one of the chaplains based at DCU’s Inter Faith Centre on the Glasnevin campus. Eric serves as Church of Ireland chaplain, supporting students of all faiths and none, helping build community, offering pastoral care, and creating space for reflection and connection across campus life.

Alan Hynes, Chief Executive Officer of the Catholic Education Partnership, to reflect on Catholic Schools Week 2026 and the role of Catholic education in Ireland today.   This year’s theme — “Catholic Schools: Normal Lives, Called to Holiness” — highlights how holiness and faith are lived out in everyday school life through prayer, service, kindness, and community. Mr. […]