Come & See Inspirations

C&SI are delighted to welcome Deirdre Ni Chinneide to the podcast this week. She has a chat with John and Shane about her work and music and reflects on our need to create moments of time and space which she helps to facilitate at her reteat centre on Inis Mor."Journeying to the Well" with Deirdre Ni ChinneideDeirdre Ni Chinneide is a composer, singer, psychotherapist, spiritual director and workshop facilitator and joins the C&SI team this week to speak on her work. She shares her story of exploring life and life experiences in music and art and helping to create spaces to encounter the Divine for others through music and workshops especially at her Sli Aonghusa retreat centre on Inis Mor. Deirdre reflects on how music is a creative force especially in this month of November to help us to come to terms of grief and loss - loss of loved ones, loss of loosing connection, and fear of loss. Her music CDs provide reflective and gentle space to sing the soul home with the reminder that each step

C&SI are delighted to welcome Deirdre Ni Chinneide to the podcast this week. She has a chat with John and Shane about her work and music and reflects on our need to create moments of time and space which she helps to facilitate at her reteat centre on Inis Mor.In addition, we have our regular run through the saints for the week and of course our reflection on the Sunday gospel (Luke 21: 5- 19)"Journeying to the Well" with Deirdre Ni ChinneideDeirdre Ni Chinneide is a composer, singer, psychotherapist, spiritual director and workshop facilitator and joins the C&SI team this week to speak on her work. She shares her story of exploring life and life experiences in music and art and helping to create spaces to encounter the Divine for others through music and workshops especially at her Sli Aonghusa retreat centre on Inis Mor. Deirdre reflects on how music is a creative force especially in this month of November to help us to come to terms of grief and loss - loss of loved ones, loss of loosing

On this weeks podcast we continue sharing a series of reflections which were given at the 2022 National Novena to Our Lady of Knock. The novena was held from 9th to 23rd August this year. This week we are sharing the reflection given by Prof John Feehan who speaks on the topic - "God in Everything that Lives: A Reflection on Laudato Si".We have our weekly run through the saints of the week and of course our reflection on the Sunday gospel (Luke 20:27-38)Knock Novena Talk Series 2022 - Prof John FeehanJohn Feehan is a natural scientist who has written extensively on many aspects of the natural and cultural heritage of the Irish landscape, including definitive works on Ireland’s bogs, wildflowers, and geology, as well as the history of farming in Ireland and a book on Clare Island. He is closely associated with the Dominican Ecology Centre in Wicklow (An Tairseach) and the Columban Ecology Centre at Dalgan Park and has written several books on creation spirituality. He is a member of the Royal Irish A

On this weeks podcast we continue sharing a series of reflections which were given at the 2022 National Novena to Our Lady of Knock. The novena was held from 9th to 23rd August this year. This week we are sharing the reflection given by Prof John Feehan who speaks on the topic - "God in Everything that Lives: A Reflection on Laudato Si".Knock Novena Talk Series 2022 - Prof John FeehanJohn Feehan is a natural scientist who has written extensively on many aspects of the natural and cultural heritage of the Irish landscape, including definitive works on Ireland’s bogs, wildflowers, and geology, as well as the history of farming in Ireland and a book on Clare Island. He is closely associated with the Dominican Ecology Centre in Wicklow (An Tairseach) and the Columban Ecology Centre at Dalgan Park and has written several books on creation spirituality. He is a member of the Royal Irish Academy.

So we are coming to the end of the month of October and in the northern hemisphere and particularly in Ireland the dark days of winter are coming in. So on the podcast this week we resurrect a chat that John and myself had in 2017 about who and what are the saints in the tradition of the church ahead of the great festival of All Saints on November 1st.All SaintsAs the clocks change this weekend and the evenings have firmly drawn in, we head into Samhain (November) and the dark days of Winter here in Ireland. As the earth heads into hibernation and rebirth, the ancient Celts saw this time as a "thin place" between this world and the next. All Hallows Eve (Halloween) and the celebrations of All Saints and All Soul's are a reminder to us that our nearest and dearest who have died are not really that far away and that we honour and pray for and with each other in the Communion of Saints especially at this time of the year.On November 1st, the Church celebrates all the saints: canonized or beatified

So we are coming to the end of the month of October and in the northern hemisphere and particularly in Ireland the dark days of winter are coming in. So on the podcast this week we resurrect a chat that John and myself had in 2017 about who and what are the saints in the tradition of the church ahead of the great festival of All Saints on November 1st.As usual we have a run through the liturgical calendar for the week, some notices and of course a reflection on the Sunday gospel which this week is the story of Zacchaeus from gospel of Luke. All SaintsAs the clocks change this weekend and the evenings have firmly drawn in, we head into Samhain (November) and the dark days of Winter here in Ireland. As the earth heads into hibernation and rebirth, the ancient Celts saw this time as a "thin place" between this world and the next. All Hallows Eve (Halloween) and the celebrations of All Saints and All Soul's are a reminder to us that our nearest and dearest who have died are not really that far away

On this weeks podcast we continue sharing a series of reflections which were given at the 2022 National Novena to Our Lady of Knock. The novena was held from 9th to 23rd August this year. This week we are sharing the reflection given by Lauren Conboy.Knock Novena Talk Series 2022 - Lauren Conboy  Lauren  is a 5th year student at St Louis Community School, Kiltimagh. Lauren has been a member of the School Chaplaincy team providing monthly scripture reflection videos which were broadcast on the Knock Shrine website, a project which began during lockdown to offer people at home some engagement and daily prayer. Lauren also enjoys to sing and play music in her spare time.

On this weeks podcast we continue sharing a new series of reflections which were given at the 2022 National Novena to Our Lady of Knock. The novena was held from 9th to 23rd August this year. This week we are sharing the reflection given by Lauren Conboy.As usual we have our run through the saints of the week and of course a brief reflection on the Sunday gospel. Knock Novena Talk Series 2022 - Lauren Conboy   Lauren  is a 5th year student at St Louis Community School, Kiltimagh. Lauren has been a member of the School Chaplaincy team providing monthly scripture reflection videos which were broadcast on the Knock Shrine website, a project which began during lockdown to offer people at home some engagement and daily prayer. Lauren also enjoys to sing and play music in her spare time.

On this weeks podcast we continue sharing a new series of reflections which were given at the 2022 National Novena to Our Lady of Knock. The novena was held from 9th to 23rd August this year. This week we are sharing Fr Terence Harrington reflection on 'How Can I Have Hope in my Brokenness'.Knock Novena Talk Series 2022 - "How can I have hope in my brokenness"?A native of Castletownbere, Co. Cork. Fr. Terence is a Capuchin Franciscan. He has worked in administration, formation, and evangelisation. Over the years he has preached parish missions and retreats throughout the entire country. No stranger to Knock, in recent times he worked as curate in Knock Parish in 2018.

On this weeks podcast we continue sharing a new series of reflections which were given at the 2022 National Novena to Our Lady of Knock. The novena was held from 9th to 23rd August this year. This week we are sharing Fr Terence Harrington reflection on 'How Can I Have Hope in my Brokenness'.Of course as usual on our weekly podcast we also have our prayer space, saints of the week and our reflection on the Sunday gospelKnock Novena Talk Series 2022 - "How can I have hope in my brokenness"?A native of Castletownbere, Co. Cork. Fr. Terence is a Capuchin Franciscan. He has worked in administration, formation, and evangelisation. Over the years he has preached parish missions and retreats throughout the entire country. No stranger to Knock, in recent times he worked as curate in Knock Parish in 2018.

On this weeks podcast we are starting sharing a new series of reflections which were given at the 2022 National Novena to Our Lady of Knock. The novena was held from 9th to 23rd August this year. This week we are sharing Roseanna Ruane speaking  on "The Power of Prayer in Difficult Times".Knock Novena series 2022 - "The Power of Prayer in Difficult Times"Roseanna Ruane is from Athenry, Co Galway and is mother to Saoírse Ruane who appeared on the Late Late Toy Show in 2020. Over the past number of years, Roseanna, together with her husband Oilie and daughters Saoírse and Farrah Rose have experienced the pain of coping with childhood cancer. Roseanna shares about how she turned to God  during this difficult time and how the power of prayer gave her hope and courage.

On this weeks podcast we are starting sharing a new series of reflections which were given at the 2022 National Novena to Our Lady of Knock. The novena was held from 9th to 23rd August this year. This week we are sharing Roseanna Ruane speaking  on "The Power of Prayer in Difficult Times".Of course as usual on our weekly podcast we also have our prayer space, saints of the week and our reflection on the Sunday gospel (Luke 17:11-19).Knock Novena series 2022 - "The Power of Prayer in Difficult Times"Roseanna Ruane is from Athenry, Co Galway and is mother to Saoírse Ruane who appeared on the Late Late Toy Show in 2020. Over the past number of years, Roseanna, together with her husband Oilie and daughters Saoírse and Farrah Rose have experienced the pain of coping with childhood cancer. Roseanna shares about how she turned to God  during this difficult time and how the power of prayer gave her hope and courage.

Here on C&SI we have had an intermittent series of interviews where men and women in religious life have shared their stories with us. On this weeks podcast we are delighted to welcome back to Limerick Fr Seamus Madigan who has completed a period of service as a chaplain in the Irish Defence Forces and who now returns to take up a parish appointment in Limerick diocese. Seamus shares with us his journey in religious life with the Salesians, the move to being a diocesan priest and then the rather unusual role of serving as a chaplain to the defence forces in the midst of the national decade of centenaries including the commemoration of the 1916 Rising in 2016. He also shares with us about his recent sabbatical and the next steps as he takes up his new role.In addition to our chat with Fr Seamus, we also have our regular saints of the week, reflections and lectio divina on the Sunday gospel.

Here on C&SI we have had an intermittent series of interviews where men and women in religious life have shared their stories with us. On this weeks podcast we are delighted to welcome back to Limerick Fr Seamus Madigan who has completed a period of service as a chaplain in the Irish Defence Forces and who now returns to take up a parish appointment in Limerick diocese. Seamus shares with us his journey in religious life with the Salesians, the move to being a diocesan priest and then the rather unusual role of serving as a chaplain to the defence forces in the midst of the national decade of centenaries including the commemoration of the 1916 Rising in 2016. He also shares with us about his recent sabbatical and the next steps as he takes up his new role.

As we journey through the Season of Creation 2022, John and Shane are joined on this weeks podcast by Sr Betty Baker to speak and reflect on this years focus and theme of  “Listen to the Voice of Creation”. “I have heard their cry…I know their sufferings…Come, now! I will send you…I will be with you” (Ex 3: 1-12). The burning bush is the Symbol for the Season of Creation 2022. In addition we have our regular reflection on the Sunday gospel - this week looking at Lukes parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man (Lk 16:19-31). We have our regular run through the saints of the coming week as well as other odds and ends.Season of Creation 2022 - Listen to the Voice of Creation The Season of Creation is marked throughout the Christian world from 1 September to 4 October (Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi) and celebrates the joy of creation as well as encouraging awareness-raising initiatives to protect the natural environment.The theme for the Season of Creation 2022 is “Listen to the Voice of Creation”. “I have heard the

As we journey through the Season of Creation 2022, John and Shane are joined on this weeks podcast by Sr Betty Baker to speak and reflect on this years focus and theme of  “Listen to the Voice of Creation”. “I have heard their cry…I know their sufferings…Come, now! I will send you…I will be with you” (Ex 3: 1-12). The burning bush is the Symbol for the Season of Creation 2022.Season of Creation 2022 - Listen to the Voice of CreationThe Season of Creation is marked throughout the Christian world from 1 September to 4 October (Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi) and celebrates the joy of creation as well as encouraging awareness-raising initiatives to protect the natural environment.The theme for the Season of Creation 2022 is “Listen to the Voice of Creation”. “I have heard their cry…I know their sufferings…Come, now! I will send you…I will be with you” (Ex 3: 1-12). The burning bush is the Symbol for the Season of Creation 2022. Today, the prevalence of unnatural fires are a sign of the devastating effects that

As we come to the Autumn, it is often a time to be thankful for the good things and the bounty of the world. It is also a time to remind ourselves that we should try to find time for us to find some sabbath rest, a time out for our soul, our inner selves - easier said than done!John and Shane are joined this week by Noirin Lynch from the FCJ Spirituality House who extends the invitation to each of us to find some of that time out.  Noirin extends the invitaiton to "Widen the Circle of Love" sharing the Good News with all who seek to find peace and refreshment as they experience God’s beauty in this special place in Spanish Point.In addition to our chat with Noirin, we have our regular run through the saints of the week as well as a short reflection on this weeks Sunday gospel.For those looking to information on what is coming up  at the FCJ Spirituality House you can check things out:- Website- Facebook- Eventbrite page to book into their events- To register for their newsletter or to read old newsl

As we come to the Autumn, it is often a time to be thankful for the good things and the bounty of the world. It is also a time to remind ourselves that we should try to find time for us to find some sabbath rest, a time out for our soul, our inner selves - easier said than done!John and Shane are joined this week by Noirin Lynch from the FCJ Spirituality House who extends the invitation to each of us to find some of that time out.  Noirin extends the invitaiton to "Widen the Circle of Love" sharing the Good News with all who seek to find peace and refreshment as they experience God’s beauty in this special place in Spanish Point.For those looking to information on what is coming up  at the FCJ Spirituality House you can check things out:- Website- Facebook- Eventbrite page to book into their events- To register for their newsletter or to read old newsletters

On this weeks podcast we are delighted to welcome back David Bracken, archivist for Limerick diocese to tell us about the forthcoming publication of a new book "Of Limerick: Saints & Seekers" which he edited.In Of Limerick Saints and Seekers we journey through a millennium and a half of Limerick history with scholars and scribes, poets and preachers, martyrs and missionaries, and founders of churches and religious communities. Drawing from early Ireland to present day, this collection of stories details the lives of extraordinary people from a variety of faith traditions and perspectives, from well-known saints to unknown and unsung religious and lay people, including figures such as St Íte, foster mother of the saints; Gille, Limerick’s first bishop; the medieval Askeaton Madonna; Terence Albert O’Brien, bishop of Emly; Sikh scholar Max Arthur MacAuliffe and Anglican nun Sr Mary Clare Whitty, martyred in Korea.With fascinating contributions from the modern-day people of Limerick – academics, ar

On this weeks podcast we are delighted to welcome back David Bracken, archivist for Limerick diocese to tell us about the forthcoming publication of a new book "Of Limerick: Saints & Seekers". We have our regular run through the saints of the week, local notices and of course our weekly reflection on the Sunday gospel.Of Limerick: Saints & SeekersIn Of Limerick Saints and Seekers we journey through a millennium and a half of Limerick history with scholars and scribes, poets and preachers, martyrs and missionaries, and founders of churches and religious communities. Drawing from early Ireland to present day, this collection of stories details the lives of extraordinary people from a variety of faith traditions and perspectives, from well-known saints to unknown and unsung religious and lay people, including figures such as St Íte, foster mother of the saints; Gille, Limerick’s first bishop; the medieval Askeaton Madonna; Terence Albert O’Brien, bishop of Emly; Sikh scholar Max Arthur MacAuli