In this short course in the company of many of the leading experts on synodality you can explore what Pope Francis intends by inviting us on this synodal journey as church at this time….
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3 day accredited course running from the 6 July to Friday 8 July 2022
Godly Play is a gentle way to invite children to listen to God’s word and explore its meaning for their lives. It does not tell the children what to think, or give them ‘the right answer’, but humbly sets up a safe and sacred space in which to proclaim Holy Scripture in a way that facilitates children’s hearing, understanding and response.
These sessions offer an experiential reading of the Gospel according to St Luke, where we will personally engage with scripture while in a group setting.
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A five-night programme delivered on-line through Zoom
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You are warmly invited to participate in a six-week Scripture course one night a week from 8/9 November to 13/14 December. It includes face-to-face and online components.
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This four week course, presented by Sr Therese Fitzgerald, Sister of Sion, explores biblical background, interpretation and application to life today
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The thing the church needs most today is the ability to heal wounds and to warm the hearts of the faithful; it needs nearness, proximity. I see the church as a field hospital after battle. (Pope Francis)
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3 day accredited course running from the 8th to the 10th of July 2019
Godly Play is a gentle way to invite children to listen to God’s word and explore its meaning for their lives. It does not tell the children what to think, or give them ‘the right answer’, but humbly sets up a safe and sacred space in which to proclaim Holy Scripture in a way that facilitates children’s hearing, understanding and response.
This one-day gathering ran from mid-morning to late afternoon and offered the opportunity to reflect on experience
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Find all the resources from the 2-day course including the presentation slides from the speakers, videos, audio and photos.
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The parish is not an out-dated institution (E.G.28, Pope Francis)
Lessons from around the World
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3 day accredited course running from the 3rd to the 5th of July 2018
Godly Play is a gentle way to invite children to listen to God’s word and explore its meaning for their lives. It does not tell the children what to think, or give them ‘the right answer’, but humbly sets up a safe and sacred space in which to proclaim Holy Scripture in a way that facilitates children’s hearing, understanding and response.
The thing the church needs most today is the ability to heal wounds and to warm the hearts of the faithful; it needs nearness, proximity. I see the church as a field hospital after battle. (Pope Francis)
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The morning is designed for those who are unfamiliar with or new to Godly Play. All are welcome!.
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For many people reading the Bible can be a daunting task. Where does one begin? How does one make sense of it? "How to Read the Bible" is an 8-week course open to anyone, especially beginners, who would like to discover more about the Bible.
Cardinal Christoph Schönborn to address ‘Let’s Talk Family: Let’s Be Family’ conference at Mary Immaculate College on July 13th
Conference is a key moment in build up to World Meeting of Families 2018
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With rural Ireland experiencing population declines of 20% and more over the past five years compared to urban growth of up to 8%, it’s clear that the urban migration and emigration trend continues unabated.
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