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A new Pentecost hymn—”Spirit, flame upon the heather” (87 87 D)
The hymn “Spirit, Flame Upon the Heather” celebrates the Holy Spirit’s presence in nature, emphasizing individuality and community while preparing for Pentecost and expressing authentic faith. Continue reading
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A Mystical Eucharistic Hymn by the Barrow for the Sunday After Ascension (Easter 7)—“O God who rises, veiled in light” (DLM)
Grounded in the River Barrow’s gentle flow, this contemplative Ascension hymn weaves Irish ecology with Eucharistic mystery, inviting weary souls into the Spirit’s protective, hidden peace. Continue reading
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Navigating the Deep: St Brendan, Neurodivergence, and the Fragile Boat of Faith
For St Brendan’s Day, a reflection on fragile boats, neurodivergent faith, and the hidden grace found on unpredictable waters. Continue reading
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A new hymn for St Matthias—“When saints are called in hidden ways” (CM)
Celebrate the “hidden” call of St Matthias through this neurodivergent lens. A lyrical CM hymn honoring quiet presence, Irish landscapes, and the courage of being seen. Continue reading
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A new hymn for the Ascension Day—”Across the hills where skylarks rise” (LM)
Experience the Ascension through the “bottom-up” beauty of the Irish landscape. This new hymn finds Christ’s “steady grace” in the salmon, the fox, and the hawthorn. Continue reading
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Heralds from Gibraltar
A reflection on migration, memory, and the “southern light” of Gibraltar—carried on swallows’ wings to two humans, two cats, and the spirit of dear Scholastica. Continue reading
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A new hymn for the Christ of the Hidden Paths—“In Kildare’s fields at break of day” (DCM)
The hymn reflects on the Christ who meets us in our hidden struggles, emphasizing acceptance, mercy, and understanding for neurodivergent individuals facing societal challenges. Continue reading
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An angel on the platform
At a misty platform, a quiet word steadies a stranger. For a moment, kindness takes form—and the ordinary world feels gently, unmistakably transformed. Continue reading
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A reflection of birth, place, and thanksgiving
I was born on 3 May, eight weeks early, in the old Waveney Hospital in Ballymena—a building that has since disappeared, though its memory remains stitched into my own beginning. I had barely arrived before the world tilted into urgency. Within an hour I was lifted into an ambulance and carried to Belfast, the capital,… Continue reading
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Liturgical Colours: a quiet language of the Church
Before a word is spoken, the altar tells the story. Discover how the quiet language of liturgical colour shapes the soul and prepares the neurodivergent heart Continue reading
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A new hymn for the Sixth Sunday of Easter—”On the hillpaths swept by heather” (87 87 D)
A new hymn for next Sunday, the Sixth Sunday of Easter, with seals, pine-martens, and meadowsweet. Come let all of creation point you to the Risen Lord. Continue reading
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The Lift of May
The first days of May feel like a blessing I can actually feel on my skin—soft air, bright light, everything finally opening out after the long drag of winter. In weather like this, my senses settle a little. The world feels more spacious, more possible. With my birthday falling on Sunday, I’m hoping the good… Continue reading
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England’s Nazareth: A Dwelling Place in the Heart. “In England’s Nazareth we stand” (CM)
A new hymn for Belfast’s Walsingham Cell Continue reading
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For the Celtic Bishops Conference
1.Where western seas keep watch and prayBy David’s valleyed shrine,We gather on the pilgrim pathTo seek the heart divine.2.From Ireland’s shores of wind and wave,Where Patrick climbed the height,We come with Brigid’s living flameTo walk in Christ’s pure light.3.From Cymru’s cliffs where breakers soundAnd David’s counsel stays,We bring the strength of quiet heartsFormed through his… Continue reading
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A hymn for Pip & Jim — “Christ, the Path of ancient blessing” (87.87.D)
Philip’s longing and James’s steadfastness meet the neurodivergent “haze” in this new hymn. A prayer for those finding ogham courage on the Church’s quiet thresholds. Continue reading
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A new hymn for the Fifth Sunday of Easter — “At altar-stone Your work is shown” (CM)
A new Easter hymn for the neurodivergent soul. Rooted in Psalm 31, this sensory liturgy celebrates our unique “times” and “irregular” shapes within the Body. Continue reading
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A Pilgrim Church, A Shared Table: A hymn of mission—“From wells where ancient saints once prayed” (DCM)
From wells where ancient saints once prayed 1.From wells where ancient saints once prayedand fires of Brigid shone,you formed a Church of wandering heartsto make your mercy known.Through coracle and pilgrim staffyour Gospel crossed the sea;and Ireland’s monks in distant landsbore witness faithfully.2.At your shared table, Christ, we stand,recalling love outpoured;in broken bread and lifted… Continue reading
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A hymn of thanks for Ballymena Academy — “We thank You Lord, for steadfast ground” (DCM)
Thirty years on, and on the eve of its bicentenary, a hymn of thanksgiving for Ballymena Academy—for steadfast purpose, shared memory, and foundations that still hold. Continue reading
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Between Two Homes: A Hymn from the In-between—“Where Tiber winds through ancient streets” (CM)
An Irish Anglican explores the “in-between” of faith through a new hymn, reflecting on a historic Roman encounter and the personal longing for a shared home. Continue reading
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When the joy caught up with me
Yesterday was a gift. Two of my hymns were sung in church while I was playing the organ, and it was wonderful to hear the congregation take them up. But I’ll admit: by the afternoon I was wiped out. I came home intending to tidy the house and instead lay down “for a minute” —… Continue reading
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