Knock Pilgrimage
On May 15th, I had the privilege of preaching at our Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock. We joined with the dioceses of Clonfert and Galway. Sharing the homily here (courtesy of…
Vincent
Masshill Stations of The Cross
On Good Friday we gatherered at Masshill to pray the Stations of The Cross. I was not sure what to expect but was totally taken away by the turnout of…
Holy Week 2022
Lent has almost run its course. Palm Sunday approaches and, on its heels, Holy Week. This is intended to be the highpoint of the Church’s liturgy; the recalling of those…
Alpha
During the week I said goodbye to my friend Alpha. It was difficult to do and has left a big gap in my life. I am very thankful to all…
February
Hello there, Once again I want to make a start on keeping this blog up to date! It is my space and I have enjoyed sharing it with you over…
News not shared
The text from a friend – a classmate – said that he wasn’t sending Christmas Cards but wanted to wish me peace and blessings at this special time. I called…
Tinsel and Tenderness
He was found dead. People spoke with genuine sorrow and more than a little regret. He kept to himself. He’d moved from England. He used sit on a park bench…
Are we there yet?
Just watched the evening news and An Taoiseach’s address. Sad and challenging news for us all. I feel sorry for those in business who have had to endure so much…