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If we consider our experience here on this earth as a journey on which we are learning to love, then the Rosary is one way of illuminating our spiritual path. Taking this timeless prayer as his starting point, Nigel Woollen sees each of the Mysteries of the Rosary as the embodiment of various stages of our earthly journeying and encourages the reader to share in its wisdom and consolation. In this eminently approachable book, written with a welcome lightness of touch, Scripture passages, personal reflections and surprising anecdotes combine as we are encouraged to re-examine our lives in the light of God’s loving care, with Mary at our side to help us grow in love.

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The core tenets of Christianity point towards the deep truth about ourselves, the truth that sets us free. In In a Landscape Redrawn, Bishop Donal Murray examines the place of faith in a world that increasingly views religious belief as antiquated and ‘doomed to extinction’. Rather than becoming despondent about the future of our faith, Bishop Murray encourages us to reassess our deeply personal relationship with God and to take consolation in the Good News of Christ. By first exploring what it means to be human, and then considering how Christianity illuminates our humanity, this book highlights how a profound respect for Gospel values can improve all facets of life both in the personal and the public spheres.

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Mercy has been the defining characteristic of Pope Francis’ papacy – a papacy that has captured the hearts and minds of believers and non-believers alike. It’s little wonder then that the Holy Father has announced 2016 as the Extraordinary Year of Mercy. In The Message of Mercy, Amalee Meehan considers the subject of mercy, not only through a careful reading of relevant Scripture passages, but by exploring revealing extracts from literary classics and pertinent, sometimes surprising, examples from popular culture. This engaging and encouraging work calls on readers to question their own understanding of mercy – towards both themselves and others – and in so doing foster a deeper, more fulfilling relationship with God.

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Raising Emotionally Healthy Children explores how parents can help their children reach their potential as emotionally healthy adults. Drawing on over twenty-five years’ experience of working with children and teenagers, Paul Gilligan provides practical information to parents on strategies to promote good emotional health, complemented by exercises that help parents explore their own approaches to parenting. He also reassures parents of their innate ability to love and do what’s right by their child. Suitable for parents of children aged thirteen and under, but useful for all parents, this book will also be of interest to teachers, child care workers and mental health workers. The author’s earnings from sales of this book will be given to the St Patrick’s Mental Health Foundation in support of the Walk in My Shoes campaign that raises funds for services to help people with mental health difficulties in Ireland.

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The Creed is a compendium of the Christian faith: it contains the core truths to which discipleship is our response. This very readable book guides the reader through the Creed, line by line. Each statement is explained and reflected on, in a way that seeks to show the wisdom, beauty and practicality of the faith. Truth by truth and phrase by phrase, this book shows us that the content of the Creed is no mere set of abstractions, but can speak to us in ways that are surprisingly concrete and down to earth. From the opening ‘I believe’ to the closing ‘Amen’, Christopher Hayden helps us to see that our faith is an inestimable treasure, and encourages us to be more confident in embracing it as a guide for living.

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With a comprehensive collection of prayers and blessings for all occasions in family life, this beautifully-presented hardback volume from the Council for Marriage and the Family is ideal for use in the family home. This prayer book can be used by both those preparing for marriage and married couples, and by individual family members or families who pray together. It offers prayers for daily use or it can be dipped into from time to time, and contains a section of prayers suitable for times of need and difficulty.

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The Light of His Face: Spirituality for Teachers is an invaluable book for teachers and those entering the profession. The first part of the book offers a series of reflections on the ways in which the vocation of teaching has clear spiritual overtones. In it, passages from scripture are considered from a classroom perspective in the hope that teachers might find they have much in common with the experiences of Jesus and his disciples. In the second part of the book, a practical tool-kit of materials is offered to assist students and teachers in developing their own faith formation programme.

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A pilgrimage through the holy land and the sites of significant moments in the life of Jesus.

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This book is the result of a partnership research initiative between Limerick Travellers Development Group and Mary Immaculate College, Limerick in which four Traveller women were trained to conduct a qualitative educational study with Traveller children. Through a series of one-to-one interviews, a small group of primary school Traveller children were invited to chat about home and school. The Traveller children’s experience of school was a particular focus of the study.In Part One the Traveller researchers talk about their experience of participating in this unique project. Part Two covers the setting up of the research programme, the development of the process and a description of the study. Finally Part Three presents the research data, followed by an interpretative commentary and offers a series of recommendations.What is outlined in this report represents a small but significant beginning in the training of a group of local Traveller researchers. It is hoped that in making the limitations and successes of the process available to a public audience, other Traveller Community Development groups may be encouraged to engage with similar educational research endeavours.

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Raising a child brings many joys but also plenty of challenges! The ups and downs of parenting can push even the most resourceful parent to the limit. Written by established parenting author John Sharry and drawing on the ideas of the award-winning Parents Plus Programmes, Positive Parenting (a revised and updated edition of Bringing Up Responsible Children) aims to help parents raise emotionally secure, happy children who reach their full potential at home and at school. Targeted at parents of primary school age children, Positive Parenting provides a step-by-step guide to solving behaviour and other childhood problems including sibling rivalry, homework hassles, serious tantrums, bullying, poor self-esteem and anxiety.

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From Irish Working Lives: "I have learned a very simple truth about the necessity to live and to take care of ourselves and each other. Captains of industry, or wealthy men, or people of social status who have done great deeds, or those who are well known and celebrated, or tramps on the street who have nothing, when they are dead, are all the same. Imagine that. All the same. It’s the only job in the world where that is a guarantee. It is very enlightening; freeing in fact. The dead have taught me that we are fragile creatures and nobody ever knows what is around the corner. Sometimes we do not respect life, and we take our happiness, our freedom and our health for granted. We should be more observant of our own lives. Saying goodbye to the dead is not the same as saying goodbye. We must love people in the living years. That is what the dead have taught me." Joe Cronin, embalmer Work accounts for so much of our waking lives, yet we rarely reflect upon or celebrate the contribution of those whose vocations and careers are the bedrock of a thriving society. As a broadcaster, Marie Louise has had the privilege of spending ‘work time’ and ‘thought time’ with a broad array of individuals across Ireland, gaining a unique insight into the practicalities of their particular occupation and learning about what inspires or motivates them in their chosen field. Irish Working Lives is the story of the encounters - by turns candid and lyrical - that illuminate the ways in which these individuals perceive their chosen occupation, its day-to-day demands and the inextricable relationship between work life and spiritual life. In these impassioned, remarkably diverse vignettes, Marie Louise relates her travels across the length and breadth of the country, engaging with a selection of committed Irish men and women whose work forms the lifeblood of our island nation. Whether spending a day on the road with a postman in Co Wicklow or meeting the Galway gardener who has used her own experience of personal tragedy to help others heal, Marie Louise’s assiduity and innate curiosity enlivens each and every encounter. Alongside each testimony, award-winning photographer Eric Luke’s stunning images explore each contributor’s relationship with their trade or calling and are a wonderful complement to Marie Louise’s evocative prose.

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Defending Hope is an inspiring collection of first-hand accounts by Palestinians and Israelis who movingly describe how their lives have been shaped by conflict and who are united by a common goal: to bring about a just peace for the land they call home. Time and again these human rights defenders choose love, non-violence and human connection over division and fear. Their stories will transport you to the olive groves near Bethlehem, the rubble of Gaza and into the law courts in Jerusalem. This book offers a hopeful counter-narrative in an otherwise bleak political landscape and celebrates the indomitable power of the human spirit in the midst of grave adversity. "These essays are voices of conscience which remind us that, in spite of so much suffering, the darkness is often pierced by the light of courageous Palestinian and Israeli human rights defenders. We take hope when we hear the voices of these extraordinary people." - Mairead Maguire, Nobel Peace Laureate and co-founder of the Community of Peace People "This inspirational work provides a much-needed reservoir of sanity, humanity and positivity to counter the forces of oppression and disrespect for the rule of law being displayed by major states on the world stage." Michael Mansfield QC, human rights barrister and member of the jury for the Russell Tribunal on Palestine and the judicial panel for the People's Tribunal on Iran "If there is to be peace in the Middle East it will be because human rights defenders have found hope in the face of the great adversity they face in their everyday work. This work gives us a glimpse of how that hope can be unearthed in these challenging times." - Michel Forst, United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders.

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Addressing the current period of flux and change that we find ourselves in, economically, socially and personally, Ruth Patterson shows the path to awakening belief, pointing to some of the timeless truths from the storylines of yesterday that can nurture our spirituality in this present in-between time and link us to the tomorrow of that new creation, towards which ever ything is reaching. In this way Ruth Patterson hopes that we can be the bridge between the times . This is an excellent book for our day when so many things are being questioned. It highlights how a crisis time can be a pruning so that we can bear more fruit. The book points to the emergence of new life and a rediscovery of hope . Jean Vanier, Founder of l Arche and Faith and light.

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As the world struggled to come to terms with Covid-19 pandemic the author wrote this insightful collection, which draws on the tradition of Christians over two thousand years gathering to remember the life of the risen lord in a spirit of thanksgiving.

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The moments collected in this book range from -the sad loss of a loved one -to the minor -the nuiseance of daffodils -and in between embrace an unlikely variety of triggers -a chance remark -honeymoon bill . They can all help to nurture and heal , console and delight.

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A Quiet Space tells the story of the Sanctuary, a meditation centre for social change in the heart of Dublin.The Sanctuary aims to answer a hunger in people for spirituality, meditation, creativity and community – the four pillars of the Sanctuary’s purpose and vision.Those of all faiths and none are welcome at the Sanctuary and for more than twenty-five years this special place has been enriching the lives of all those who experience it.All royalties from the sale of this book will go towards furthering the work of the Sanctuary.

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"It was easy to love God in all that was beautiful. The lessons of deeper knowledge, though, instructed me to embrace God in all things." St Francis of Assisi In Everyday Sacrament: The Messy Grace of Parenting Laura Kelly Fanucci sees the Catholic sacraments through the smudged and sticky lens of life with little ones. From dinner-time chaos to bath-time giggles to never-ending loads of laundry, Laura stumbles into the surprising truth of what the seven sacraments really mean: that God is present always, even in the messes of parenthood. A spiritual memoir of parenting’s early years and a sacramental theology rooted in family life, Everyday Sacrament offers an honest, humorous and hopeful look at ordinary moments as full of grace.

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A collection of Pope Francis' talks, conversations, and dialogues with young people. This charming book also includes a series of pertinent responses from Pope Francis to questions from young people.

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In his apostolic exhortation Amoris Laetitia – the much anticipated response to the recent Synods on the Family– Pope Francis offered an eminently encouraging and consoling account of modern family life, both its comforts and challenges. In this thought-provoking companion volume, journalist Breda O’Brien has invited an array of contributors, both lay and religious, to each explore a chapter of Amoris Laetitia from a variety of perspectives. This rich collection of essays illuminates such subjects as the centrality of love, compassion and forgiveness to family life; the special place of marriage; the gift of children; the role of the parish; and spirituality, the bedrock of family life. The book also contains a series of questions to prompt reflection and, as such, is ideal not only for individual use but as a study aid in a group setting. As we prepare to celebrate the World Meeting of Families in Ireland in 2018, Exploring Amoris Laetitia offers timely and considered views on the joys and stumbling blocks facing families today.

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Explores how to write homilies that not only explore the core Christian message, but engage the listener in a meaningful fashion. Chapters are devoted to such pertinent subjects as: Pope Francis and Preaching; Preaching from Within; Building a Personal Biblical Culture; and Embracing the Lectionary.

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‘The Joy of the Gospel fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus.’ - Pope Francis, Evangelii Gaudium What if believers were to live in the contemporary world as people who hear the Word of God ‘in the deep heart’s core’? It would affect our perception of every person and every sphere of life. We would see that everything in the life of the Church is there to bring the Good News to the world of today. Pope Francis recently spoke of ‘the joy of the Gospel’. This book shows how the words of the Gospel speak to every area of our lives, helping us to experience the warmth and healing that comes from hearing the proclamation: ‘Jesus Christ has saved you’, and to discover the depth, poetry, faith and love at the heart of the Gospel.

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This beautiful gift book showcases over one hundred high-quality pamphlet covers from the archives of the Catholic Truth Society of Ireland. The collection unearths striking designs and illustrations by some of Ireland’s most inventive commercial artists from the 1920s to the 1960s, and offers a unique insight into Irish culture in the middle years of the twentieth century.

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Lights for the Path introduces a range of hidden treasures from the Catholic tradition men and women who, across the centuries and in diverse contexts, have illuminated how Christians can read and respond to the world. In each case the author demonstrates the enduring relevance of their example and wisdom for the philosophy and practice of Catholic education today. These remarkable and inspirational people, from educators to poets and prophets, including Maximus the Confessor, Hildegard of Bingen, Bonaventure, Edith Stein, Elizabeth Jennings, Paulo Freire, Étienne Gilson, Marshall McLuhan and Walter Ong, left a lasting legacy.

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Following the success of his widely acclaimed The Pope Francis Agenda, renowned theologian Donal Dorr returns with a topical new work that explores the interplay between an ecological spirituality and traditional Christian faith at this critical juncture. Rather than seeing ecological spirituality as an adjunct to Christian doctrine, Donal Dorr views it as central to the understanding of Christianity today and integral to understanding our relationship with the natural world. Stressing the importance of our ‘new earth awareness’, the author lays out a compelling vision for how we should live at both a spiritual and practical level in terms of our Christian faith and our attendant role as stewards of the Earth.

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The Little Flower Bulb tells the story of Jamie, his mom, and his twin sisters, and of how Jamie comes to deal with the death of his father. Suitable for children aged 3-10, this beautifully illustrated book will be helpful for parents when talking to children bereaved by the suicide of a close relative.

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In 2015 Pope Francis published Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home, the first papal encyclical devoted exclusively to the subject of the environment. Released to glowing reviews both in the Christian community and beyond, it continues to prompt great debate on the future of our planet and the need to redouble our efforts in protecting the environment from untold devastation.In this timely companion volume, Sean McDonagh has invited a host of eminent theologians, academics and environmentalists, all living and working in Ireland, to offer their own responses to this landmark work. With voices from various backgrounds — anthropological, sociological and theological — Laudato Si’: An Irish Response explores what one contributor dubs the ‘disruptive power’ of Pope Francis’ encyclical and its crucial call for ‘ecological conversion’.

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“Prayer brings you to hope. And when things become dark, with more prayer there will be more hope”. - Pope Francis Prayer, according to Pope Francis, does not work 'like a magic wand' but instead helps 'us to keep faith in God, and to entrust ourselves to him even when we do not understand his will'. This booklet brings together a selection of the prayers Pope Francis has issued since taking office and not only highlights his special devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary but also his sincere engagement with issues such as peace, the environment and the family. Pope Francis: Selected Prayers will make a wonderful resource for any home, school or parish and will help enrich the contemplative lives of those seeking words of encouragement and solace on their Christian journey.

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In contemporary Ireland, the seeds of dialogue grow and flourish in communities that accept difference and work positively to promote each other’s rights and well-being. These are communities that gather together to engage in open-ended, respectful encounters with people from a range of belief and religious traditions. Interbelief dialogue involves positive communication, cooperation and energetic collaboration among people of religious faiths and secular, humanist, agnostic and atheist stances. Though not a panacea for all society’s ills, and often profoundly challenging, inter-belief dialogue offers the opportunity for constructive engagement, cooperation and peace-building. Connecting Lives is a wide-ranging and informative introduction to interbelief dialogue in contemporary Ireland. Divided into three sections, the volume first considers the nature and relevance of interbelief dialogue in education and in the public square, underscoring the importance of respectful dialogue in building a healthy intercultural society. The book then gives voice to members of various belief and faith communities as they live out their beliefs in contemporary Ireland, before exploring key challenges and opportunities in interbelief dialogue in a world often marred by intolerance.

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In this series of scriptural reflections about life in the Bethany of Jesus' time, Penny Roker offers insights for today's Christians to help them understand and react to their own personal challenges. Each chapter takes an episode from the Gospels as its starting point, before concluding with a prayer for either personal use or group exercises.

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Originally collected as a series of 'thoughts for the day' on RTÉ Radio 1's 'Living Word' series, each of the reflections in this beautifully presented giftbook are ordinary moments with extraordinary meaning. A thought-provoking collection that invites the reader to find solace and meaning in the muddle and mystery of daily living. A beautiful and wise book on the holding and letting go involved in family lives. – Spirituality, July/August 2015 Wisdom is shared in conversational style, though poetry is not far away! A small parcel truly full of good goods. – Religious Life Review, September/October 2015

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This book provides an understanding of cyberbullying and the many forms it takes. It explores the characteristics of cyberbullying, its prevalence, the serious effects it has, as well as the coping strategies of children and teenagers who are subjected to or witness cyberbullying. It also provides a critical understanding of the law as it can be applied to cyberbullying. Crucial and practical steps are provided so that schools, teachers, parents and children of all ages can better prevent and respond effectively to cyberbullying. Understanding Cyberbullying is unique in its recommendations for best practice, which draw not only on the most up-to-date research but also on the author’s many years of professional experience working with the Anti-Bullying Centre, and with schools and individual children, parents and teachers. It is designed for anyone who wishes to gain a deeper understanding of cyberbullying and methods for its prevention in a clear and concise manner.

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This booklet is offered as an aid in choosing and composing prayers of intercession for various occasions for the Prayer of the Faithful.

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This book explores what it means to be human, to be a missionary disciple, and reflects on the mystery of our origin in god that guides us always towards truth, beauty and goodness. Donal Murray reveals that the path towards god is the same one that leads towards the renewal of our lives, and world, and the resource of what every human heart is waiting for.

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The Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church gives a complete and up-to-date overview of the social teachings of the Catholic Church in a contemporary context. Tackling issues as diverse as the morality of the free market, poverty and workers' rights, and as topical as democracy, globalisation and the fight against terrorism, it is an invaluable resource for anyone searching for solutions to many of the social and ethical problems facing the modern world. This new Companion to the Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church will be of use to parish adult education groups, schools and individuals who have little or no formal theological training. It is a user-friendly guide to the Compendium written in accessible language with discussion questions to enable further study and reflection.

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Bringing up a pre-school child is both a rewarding and a daunting task and one that requires great patience and commitment. In 'Parenting Preschoolers and Young Children' you will find practical advice on how to deal with the very real difficulties of caring for young children. As well as offering helpful tips on how to stimulate a child intellectually in terms of improved concentration and language development, it also offers sound advice on handling behavioural problems like temper tantrums and co-operation issues. Emphasising an approach to parenthood that praises rather than chides 'Parenting Preschoolers and Young Children' is an accessible and indispensable guide for those dealing with young children.

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Despite the increased media attention given to mental health issues in recent years, there is still much confusion about how best to nourish and preserve our own emotional well-being. In Protecting Mental Health, clinical psychologist Dr Keith Gaynor shares his expertise - gleaned from more than ten years’ experience working at the front line of mental health services in Ireland and the UK - in a practical and encouraging fashion. Protecting Mental Health explores how, both as individuals and as a community, we can nurture positive mental health and reduce negative emotions like anxiety or depression. It also examines the relationship between better mental health and a ‘happier’ society. Anyone, irrespective of age, gender or personal circumstances, can experience mental health difficulties. However, as this book ably explains, by taking the time to nurture our psychological health - as we would our physical health - we will not only be better equipped to overcome problems in every facet of our lives, we can live each day with a sense of confidence and joy.

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A complete address and telephone guide to all Catholic parishes, convents and religious houses in the thirty-two counties of Ireland.

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As an Assumptionist priest and chaplain working in the Hautepierre Hospital in Strasbourg, Denis Ledogar has spent much of his life comforting, consoling and learning from those in the last stages of life and from their families. In Only Love Breaks Open the Tombs, he brings together the testimonies of patients he has encountered who candidly share their thoughts on life, loss and family as they contend with failing health and the spectre of mortality. The goal of this book is to address ‘the delicate subject of the accompaniment of the human being at the end of life’ and is centred on ‘seven stages’ which the author has witnessed in those approaching death. This moving account of one man’s experience offering pastoral care to the terminally ill not only demonstrates how a patient’s final days can be lived with dignity and meaning but how, in ministering to those who are ill, we demonstrate that it is only love that ‘breaks open the tombs’.

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We live in a culture where gambling has been normalised, with bookmakers sponsoring major sporting events and an array of sophisticated betting websites and apps available at the touch of a button. Professor Colin O’Gara is one of Ireland’s leading specialists in the field of addiction treatment and, in his role as a consultant psychiatrist at St John of God Hospital, has seen at first hand the immense damage caused by problem gambling, both to individuals and their families. Gambling Addiction in Ireland is an invaluable introduction to a problem often overlooked or downplayed by policymakers, and is essential reading for individuals with addiction and their families, as well as those who work in the area of regulation. In its pages, individuals and families will find a single source of information relating to gambling addiction and treatment in an Irish context. Written in an accessible and pragmatic fashion, it explores the causes of problem gambling, its consequences for individuals, families and society, and the ways that problem gamblers can access treatment and rebuild their lives. Including real-world case studies and practical self-assessment tests, Gambling Addiction in Ireland is a compassionate, reassuring and immensely practical book that is an essential companion for those on the road to recovery and those taking their first tentative steps.

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As an indefatigable champion of the marginalised and dispossessed, Noel Clear was the very embodiment of Christ’s commandment to ‘love one another’. Best known for his innovative stewardship of the Society of St Vincent de Paul, where he served as national president from 1996 until 2002, Noel’s commitment to helping improve the lot of the poor and vulnerable informed every aspect of his life, both personally and professionally, until his untimely death, aged just sixty-five, in 2003. Noel Clear’s campaign for social justice can be traced back to his formative years growing up in Inchicore, where, as a deeply-committed youth work volunteer, he gave unstintingly of his time and energy. Later, Noel’s involvement with the Probation and Welfare Service, where he worked for almost four decades, endeared him to countless clients who experienced first-hand his deep-seated compassion and kindness. In Clear Vision, Gerry Jeffers pays tribute to this remarkable, self-effacing figure and explores the many facets of Noel’s character as campaigner, humanitarian and devoted family man. Featuring first-person testimonies from family members, as well as those who worked with him down through the years, Clear Vision offers a comprehensive portrait of a man who dedicated his life to others and whose legacy will inspire all who share in it.

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To celebrate 2016 being declared the Extraordinary Year of Mercy by the Vatican, Peter McVerry - a tireless campaigner for the rights of homeless people - has written an incisive and impassioned exploration of mercy as presented in the four Gospels. By examining the qualities of forgiveness, empathy and forbearance, as embodied by Jesus Christ, The God of Mercy highlights how the God of the New Testament calls on Christians everywhere to act with an unerring sense of compassion to those around them. Far from being a God who punishes or excludes those who fail to uphold Church ‘law’, the God of Mercy rewards those who oppose hypocrisy, and reach out wholeheratedly to the marginalised and dispossessed.

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Finding the Words: Talking Children through the Tough Times is for parents or carers who who want to build confidence in talking with their children about difficult subjects. Creating good channels of communication with our children is an essential aspect of parenting, but can often be challenging. This book emphasises the importance of self-awareness: how we need to reflect on ourselves and the way we are with our children before we can begin to foster meaningful communication. It emphasises the importance of knowing our own child’s uniqueness – we, as parents and carers, need to tailor our conversations, taking account of their individuality. Drawing on the author’s extensive professional experience, this book also focuses on some key areas that may be difficult for children to talk about, such as parental separation, death, bullying and sexual abuse.

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This short book takes a simple, step-by-step approach to help busy parish liturgy groups improve the quality of liturgical celebrations. It contains a series of practical suggestions for liturgy preparation, each one of which is well informed by a broader reading of liturgical history and theological reflection. Columba McCann OSB is a monk in Glenstal Abbey. He has studied at the Pontifical Liturgical Institute in Rome, and lectured in liturgical studies in Holy Cross College and the National Centre for Liturgy. He is a former chairman of the Dublin Diocesan Liturgical Commission.

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Unpeel the layers of your spiritual life… In the realm of the Spirit, and when dealing with our own souls and the souls of others, we are often at a loss for words. We have a sense, maybe even an image, of what we want to share, ask or communicate, but words are harder to find and express. Stories are the glue that holds us together in whatever groups we belong to, even if we only visit or find ourselves on the margins. In a sense, our god is a story being told and god is seeking for all of us to listen, to enter into the story and become one. Megan Mckenna uses images of Russian nesting dolls to illustrate the many layers of the stories that exist in each of our lives, particularly in relation to the Spirit. Stories are critical to living and are intertwined with truth in such a way that we can carry them with us, remember them and pass them along, sharing them as needed. We live inside a story. We live inside God.

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