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Brian O'Leary, an Irish Jesuit, has been researching and writing on Ignatian spirituality since the 1970s. This is a collection of his essays that have appeared in spirituality journals in a number of countries.

This is a concrete, practical book about spiritual accompaniment. In six chapters, the author presents the following tools: 'there is no rush', 'listening by following', 'searching for the soul', 'going deeper', 'evaluating', and 'accompanying towards spiritual maturity'.

This book builds bridges between theology and ecology. It challenges theology to re-imagine who we are, who the Spirit is, who Christ is, where creation is going, and what is the role of liturgy in soociety-all in the glare of the climate crisis.

This book is a dialogue between members of two Irish Churches. Although their communities in N. Ireland are divided the authors have worked together for over 40 years on issues of theology, conflict, reconciliation and the relevance of Christ in a pluralist society.

This book looks at Mary, this extraordinary woman who is "the cause of our joy" because she brought us the greatest joy of all: Jesus. She was full of joy because she was full of gratitude, gladly acknowledging the fullness of grace that God had given her.

Best-selling author of `Saints for Our Time' and `Saints for the Journey' Fr John Murray introduces us to a selection of saints for the family , to mark the World Meeting of Families which takes place in Dublin in August.

With Ignatian Spirituality A to Z, Jim Manney has provided a brief, informative, and entertaining guide to key concepts of Ignatian spirituality and essential characters and events in Jesuit history. The lexicon format allows readers to find terms quickly, and the concise descriptions are ideal for those new to the Ignatian story.

Daniel Murray was undoubtedly the outstanding Irish Catholic archbishop of the nineteenth century. His efforts to provide aid to the needy during the Great Famine, and the veneration and respect he inspired in his clergy, further contributed to the high esteem in which he was held.

We live in an Ireland, and a world, where conventional economic models have failed, politics is fractured, what it means to be human is contested, and opposition between secularists and believers is conducted like some kind of Punch-and-Judy show. The dominant narrative of our time is spent. What might replace it?

Liturgies with Young People presents material suitable for liturgies, Eucharistic and non-Eucharistic in schools and other youth centres. A group of experienced chaplains and catechists have put together 20 liturgies suitable for young people in the post-primary age group.

The author challenges the myths and misunderstandings around forgiving and tries to be both compassionate and challenging to those who wish to make this journey.

Short biographies of sixteen well-known Jesuit through the ages, all written by current members of the order. These essays will bring to life figures from St Ignatius himself to justice campaigner Dan Berrigan SJ. Others include Edmund Campion, Teilhard de Chardin, Peter Claver, Karl Rahner and many more.

Initially ambitious for his own glory and honour, Ignatius worked only for 'the greater glory of God', becoming the inspirational founder of one of the Church's most influential religious orders.

Fr Brian Grogan has written an extraordinary book for ordinary people. In simple, clear language he shows how God is involved in all the details of our lives. A modern classic of Ignatian spirituality.

Irish Jesuit theologian Gerry O'Hanlon examines the ecclesiological project of Francis and the new roles within it of pope and bishops, theologians, and all the baptised. He considers the Pope's strategy of a changed ecclesial structure that would out-live his own pontificate.

An esteemed academic, prolific author and convert from the Church of England to Catholicism, Newman was a complex and conflicted individual. Intensely loyal to his friends, highly-strung, kind-hearted and tenacious, Newman combined the best of both the Anglican and Catholic traditions.

The author explores the insights of other faiths - Protestantism, Orthodoxy, Islam, and Judaism; and also the insights of the `other' within the Catholic tradition - the Eastern-rite Catholics who, despite their full communion with Rome, have a distinct approach to Mary based on their unique liturgical and spiritual tradition.

The author draws on his own hard-earned wisdom for this series of reflections on spirituality and mental health.

This is an attempt by one practicing pastor in an Irish parish to understand the change that has come about in the life of the Catholic church in Ireland.

In Contemplating the Camino Brendan McManus SJ prepares you spiritually, emotionally and practically for the task of walking the Camino de Santiago.

This little volume tells the stories of Jesuits from different continents and eras, in the hope that their commitment and struggles will prove inspirational once again today.

In Glimpses of the Gospels Jack Mahoney makes accessible to the ordinary reader, perhaps for the first time, the patchwork unity of the Gospel story; tracing major themes, parables and moments across the Gospels, analysing what changes gospel to gospel.

This is a book which encourages us to find meaning in our lives and to live in an environment of gratitude for all of life. The reflections are based on the Ignatian insight that in prayer and life we can 'find God in all things'.

Pope Francis wants to help tune us in to God, and in How to be Holy: A Guide to Pope Francis's message Gaudete et Exsultate Fr Alan Hilliard wants to help us tune in to Pope Francis! Rejoice and be glad!

This is the eagerly awaited follow up to the best selling, Finding God in the Mess. In this new collection the authors address tough issues such as fear, anxiety, suicide, anger etc.

Exploring Ignatian Spirituality is written to appeal, not only to those who are looking for an introduction to Ignatian spirituality, but also to those who have some acquaintance with the Ignatian tradition. It will draw its readers into an exploration of a rich Christian heritage that continues to live and breathe today.

Sacred Space: A Little Book of Encouragement offers seventy short chapters to comfort us with God's presence in the midst of life's challenges and to remind us that Jesus journeys with us step-by-step.

Gerard Manley Hopkins is one of the most popular Victorian poets and Fr Francis Browne was one of the leading photographers of the twentieth century. Two Jesuit priests from different centuries and different lands, each with a particular artistic genius, brought together for the first time.