Evangelisation

Christmas Reach Out 2019 – Bishop Denis Nulty

Bishop Denis Nulty introduces the 2019 Reach Out gift that will be distributed from all churches in Kildare & Leighlin in Advent.

World Priest Global Rosary Relay

Marion Mulhall discusses the inspiration that led her to set up World Priest and the great success of the Global Rosary Relay

Amoris Laetitia – Catholic Comment

Petra Conroy from Catholic Comment gives her reaction to ‘The Joy of Love’ (Amoris Laetitia) from Pope Francis which follows on from the Synod on the Family.

Limerick Synod 2016 – appeal for prayers

Bishop Brendan Leahy invites people to pray that the Holy Spirit may guide all who attend the Synod in Limerick which runs from 8th - 10th April

Into Extra Time – last book of Michael Paul Gallagher SJ

Prof Eamonn Conway on the late Michael Paul Gallagher's last book which includes extracts from his diary as he faced his terminal illness.

Archdiocese of Dublin in 2030

Fr Gareth Byrne discusses a 2030 report for the Priests Council in the Archdiocese of Dublin which looks at future trends for many aspects of life and personnel numbers in the Archdiocese.

Remembering 1916 – Archbishop Eamon Martin

Archbishop Martin on the need to avoid a false glorification of the 1916 Easter Rising and the Battle of the Somme and the on-going need not to forget victims of violence.

Rebuilt – the story of a Catholic parish

We hear from Tom Corcoran and Chris Wesley from Maryland in the US about awakening the faithful, reaching the lost, and making Church matter.

Youth 2000 Christmas Retreat 2015

We hear from participants about what they have gained from taking part in Youth 2000 events and what they would say to someone thinking of coming the first time.

Door of Mercy at St. Patrick’s Church, Belfast

Baroness Nuala O’Loan leads us on a tour of St. Patrick’s Church, Donegall Street, Belfast where the Door of Mercy will be open throughout the Year of Mercy.

2015 Christmas Message from Archbishop Eamon Martin

Archbishop Eamon Martin shares a message of hope for the coming year and prays that the Year of Mercy will convey a great sense of welcome for people.

Mercy on the Mall

To mark the start of the Year of Mercy, 20 local priests offered Confession, a chat, a blessing or whatever people wanted to visitors to the Skycourt Shopping Centre in Shannon. Fr Tom Ryan explains...

My Faith Journey – Sharon Murphy

Sharon Murphy, a youth minister in the Diocese of Clogher, shares how she has grown in her faith and become a committed church member.

Mingy Prayer Book for Irish Defence Forces personnel

Fr Robert McCabe discusses the new Mingy Prayer Book which has particular appeal for those serving overseas.

Abortion and Mercy – Austen Ivereigh

Papal Biographer Austen Ivereigh discusses Pope Francis call for priests to grant absolution during the Year of Mercy to women who have resorted to abortion

A Poem for the Ploughing

Bishop Denis Nulty invites people to visit the K&L stand at the 2015 Ploughing Championships where they can vote for the 'Poem for the Ploughing'.

Study Guide to Laudato Si – Cathal Barry

Address by Cathal Barry at launch of a Study Guide to the recent encyclical by Pope Francis that he co-authored with Fr Eamonn Conway.

Why is Limerick holding a Diocesan Synod?

A Question of Faith travelled to Limerick to hear about the Diocesan Synod that will be held in Limerick in April 2016.

Pope Francis and the Joy of the Gospel: the Social Dimension

Cardinal Peter Turkson delivered the Annual St. Brigid’s Lecture in the Diocese of Down & Connor on 4th March 2015.

What impact has the Francis effect had on the Church?

A panel, including the Apostolic Nuncio, discuss what is the Francis effect and the direction in which Pope Francis is leading the Church.

The Great Reformer – Francis and the making of a radical Pope

Talk by Austen Ivereigh on his biography of Pope Francis. This talk hosted by The Irish Catholic was livestreamed from Avila in Dublin on 3rd March 2015.

How and why should the Church be involved in public debates?

Bishop Brendan Leahy discusses how the Church understands its role in the public square and why faith should not be confined to the private sphere.

Springtime of Faith – Season of Growth series

The ministry of Jesus is the focus for the first part of this new three part adult faith education series from the Irish Augustinians.

The pulse of new life – Season of Growth series

The death and resurrection of Jesus is the focus for the second part of this new three part adult faith education series from the Irish Augustinians.

Catching the Flame – Season of Growth series

The meaning and role of the Holy Spirit in our lives is the focus of the final part of this three part adult faith education series from the Irish Augustinians.

Solas Bhríde – unfolding the legacy of St Brigid

A guided tour around the new Solas Bhríde Centre and hermitages in Kildare which will be officially opened and blessed as 2015 Feile Bhride begins.

Archbishop Eamon Martin – Christmas Message

Archbishop Eamon Martin shares his hopes for the year ahead, including for the peace process, and offers a blessing to all families and homes in Ireland.

A Future Full of Hope – Elphin Education Pastoral Letter

Bishop Kevin Doran discusses his Pastoral Letter called “A Future Full of Hope” which focuses on the education of children including their education in faith.

K&L 2014 Christmas Reach Out – Seeds of Peace and Hope

Bishop Denis Nulty discusses the 2014 Christmas REACH OUT campaign in the Diocese of Kildare & Leighlin which involves a gift for 42,000 homes.

Kilmore Diocesan Assembly 2014 – Introduction

Welcome and opening remarks by Bishop Leo O'Reilly at the Kilmore Diocesan Assembly which took place on 25 - 26 October 2014.

Kilmore Diocesan Assembly 2014 – Listening Survey

Fr Michael Router presents the outcomes of a diocesan-wide listening survey to the 2014 Kilmore Diocesan Assembly.

Sacramental Practice and Modern Culture

Fr Michael Drumm's input to the 2014 Kilmore Diocesan Assembly was entitled 'Sacramental Practice and Modern Culture'

Kilmore Diocesan Assembly 2014 – Youth Ministry

Clogher don Oige - Matthew McFadden gives a presentation on Youth Ministry in Clogher Diocese to the Kilmore Diocesan Assembly.

Kilmore Diocesan Assembly 2014 – Bishop O’Reilly

The homily by Bishop Leo O'Reilly on Sunday 26th October which was part of the 2014 Kilmore Diocesan Assembly.

Kilmore Diocesan Assembly 2014 – Breda O’Brien

The witness given by Breda O'Brien at the 2014 Kilmore Diocesan Assembly on 26th October 2014.

Season of Longing – Adult Faith Education series

Intro video for this three part Adult Faith Education series from the Irish Augustinians which explores ways of nurturing the deep longing for God in all of us.

Hungers of the Heart – Season of Longing 1

Season of Longing is a three part Adult Faith Education series from the Irish Augustinians which explores ways of nurturing the deep longing for God in all of us.

Pathways of Prayer – Season of Longing 2

Season of Longing is a three part Adult Faith Education series from the Irish Augustinians which explores ways of nurturing the deep longing for God in all of us.

Following Jesus – Season of Longing 3

Season of Longing is a three part Adult Faith Education series from the Irish Augustinians which explores ways of nurturing the deep longing for God in all of us.

K&L Stand at the 2014 National Ploughing Championship

Bishop Denis Nulty invites people to visit the Kildare & Leighlin stand (372) at the Ploughing Championship 23 - 25th September 2014.

Having Better Fights About Religion – Leah Libresco

Leah Libresco, a popular US Catholic blogger, Yale graduate, and self described ‘geeky convert’, gave a talk in Dublin entitled 'Having Better Fights About Religion'.

The Joy of the Gospel – Michael Kelly

Michael Kelly, Editor of the Irish Catholic, discusses Evangelii Gaudium from Pope Francis and the media reaction to Pope Francis.

The Joy of the Gospel – Donal Dorr

Donal Dorr, author of a major study of Catholic Social Teaching, discusses Evangelii Gaudium from Pope Francis and how the Good News is proclaimed to the poor.

The Joy of the Gospel – Breda O’Brien

Breda O'Brien shares her reflection on Evangelii Gaudium and discusses what Pope Francis has to say about the place of women in the church , decision-making and his pro-life statements.

Bishop Leo O’Reilly – Christmas Message 2013

In his Christmas message, Bishop Leo O'Reilly says that he is happy to have the opportunity to greet everyone at Christmas, a time for Miracle and Mystery.

Bishop Brendan Leahy – Christmas Message 2013

In an interview with Lorraine Buckley, Bishop Brendan Leahy shares Christmas message which draws inspiration from the missionary outreach of Pope Francis.

The Joy of the Gospel – Bishop Brendan Leahy

Bishop Brendan Leahy, Bishop of Limerick, shares his reflection on Evangelii Gaudium which includes a powerful conversion call for all of us.

The Joy of the Gospel – Eamonn Conway

Prof Eamonn Conway shares his reflection on Evangelii Gaudium and his understanding of what Pope Francis means by a 'missionary option' for the Church and the idea of a 'hierarchy of truths'.

Evangelii Gaudium and the New Evangelisation Synod

Evangelii Gaudium follows on from the Synod on the New Evangelisation held in Rome in Oct 2012. Prof Conway discusses how the spirit evident at that gathering is reflected in the 'Joy of the Gospel'.

The Joy of the Gospel – Suzanne Mulligan

Suzanne Mulligan discusses 'Evangelii Gaudium', the Apostolic Exhortation recently issued by Pope Francis and the emphasis on dialogue.

K&L 2013 Christmas Reach Out campaign

Bishop Nulty discusses the 2013 Reach Out campaign with its focus on Pope Francis. 40,000 gifts are being circulated including a portrait of the Holy Father.

Alpha Course 1 minute Promo

Each of the three people in this video - Linvoy Primus, Bear Grylls and Kim Johnson - were inpacted by doing an Alpha Course. They gave their time free for this ad.

IEC2012 – Mary and the new Evangelisation

Fr Paul Churchill addresses the topic of Mary and the new Evangelisation - the second of two IEC2012 workshops led by the Legion of Mary.