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An Irish Anglican Response to Vatican II

“Vatican II changed the agenda for dialogue between Anglicans and Roman Catholics – not only at a senior level, but at grassroots level in Ireland too – to the point that there can be no return to the ‘bad old days.’”

Direct Provision in a Time of Pandemic

Patricia Brazil examines how COVID-19 exposed longstanding problems within Ireland’s Direct Provision system, particularly overcrowding, health risks, emergency accommodation and inadequate support.

Education, Neo-Liberalism and Contemporary Ireland

David Limond examines the rise of neoliberalism and its growing influence on education, arguing that Irish schools increasingly prioritise market values, employment and consumption.

Laudato Si’ and the Future of Work

In this article, Martin Maier SJ examines the future of human work through the ecological and social teachings of Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’, linking employment, human dignity, environmental protection and social justice.

Art and the Sacred: Towards a Manifesto

Brian P. Kennedy explores the distinction between religious, spiritual and sacred art, considering how museums can encourage deeper engagement with artworks and recognise their capacity to communicate truth, wonder and meaning.

On the Place of Archaeology

In this 1912 article, D.J. Finn defends archaeology as a serious academic discipline, highlighting its role in understanding history through material evidence, research, excavation, museums and universities.

Michael D. Higgins – A Selection of Poems

This archival blog features a number of poems by President Michael D. Higgins.

Ireland and the Camino de Santiago

In this 1948 article, Richard Hayes explores Ireland’s historic links with Santiago de Compostela through pilgrimage, trade, education, religion and political connections.

An Irish Anglican Response to Vatican II

Direct Provision in a Time of Pandemic

Education, Neo-Liberalism and Contemporary Ireland

Laudato Si’ and the Future of Work

Art and the Sacred: Towards a Manifesto

On the Place of Archaeology

Michael D. Higgins – A Selection of Poems

Ireland and the Camino de Santiago

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