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Oengus Mac Nisse: Bearing the Gospel and the Burden of Leadership
In the quiet hills of Antrim, where the wind whispers through ancient stone and story, we remember Oengus Mac Nisse—also known as Macanisius—the first bishop of Connor, whose life and legacy continue to echo through the Diocese of Connor and beyond. Born into the early Christian landscape of Dalriada, Oengus is thought to have lived… Continue reading
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Seven Whole Days: A Benedictine Reflection on Belfast’s Closed Churches
Belfast’s locked churches betray our Benedictine call to daily prayer. Worship isn’t just for Sundays—seven whole days we praise Thee. Open doors invite grace, rhythm, and a living Christian witness. Continue reading
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🌊 River Whispers and Sacred Stones: A Day in Sligo
There’s a rhythm to Sligo that doesn’t rush. It begins with the gentle murmur of the Garavogue River, winding its way through the heart of town like a whispered invitation. I started my day walking its banks, watching swans glide past Georgian bridges and listening to the town wake up. The river is more than… Continue reading
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🇮🇪 🇨🇦 Remembering Bishop Charles Inglis: A Legacy Rooted in Donegal and Flourishing in Canada
Charles Inglis, born in Donegal, became the first bishop of Nova Scotia and the first overseas bishop in the British Empire. His legacy links the Church of Ireland with the Anglican Church in Canada. Each August, we give thanks for his ministry and pray for Irish clergy serving across the world. Continue reading
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Jeremy Taylor: A Legacy of Grace, Truth, and Inclusion
Jeremy Taylor, Anglican bishop and theologian, found peace in Ireland during turbulent times. His writings, Holy Living and Holy Dying, still inspire today. As we honour his legacy, we reflect on inclusion—welcoming neurodiverse minds into faith communities with grace, truth, and spiritual depth. His courage calls us to embrace difference. Continue reading
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Nazareth to Nicaea: Celebrating 1,700 Years of the Nicene Creed
This September, Ecumenical Bible Week 2025 invites us to journey from Nazareth to Nicaea, marking the 1,700th anniversary of the historic Council of Nicaea (325 CE)—the birthplace of the Nicene Creed. Through a week of reflection, prayer, and dialogue, Christians from across denominations will explore the deep connection between Scripture and this foundational statement of… Continue reading
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🌿 A Summer’s Pause at St Brigid’s Cathedral, Kildare 🌿
There are places that seem to breathe history, where the air carries whispers of centuries past. On a radiant summer day in Kildare, I found myself drawn into one such sanctuary—St Brigid’s Cathedral. Beneath the brilliant blue sky and the golden warmth of the sun, the cathedral offered a striking contrast: cool, quiet, and deeply… Continue reading
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