Celebrating the changing seasons of Ancient Ireland
The ancient Irish pagan celebrations and calendar were intertwined with their mythology. Now, celebrations for Celtic heroes and deities are Christian holidays.
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Irish spirituality
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A collection of real Irish ghost stories for Halloween
There's no better way to observe Oíche Shamhna (Halloween) than to read spine-chilling stories of otherworldly encounters from real people across Ireland.
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The Powerful Women of Irish Mythology: The Morrígan – Goddess of Death
As we continue to traverse through the world of Irish mythology for powerful women, we encounter the feared Morrígan
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Glencairn Abbey in the Autumn: A spiritual haven for women
Valerie O'Sullivan's collection of photos and wisdom offer an exclusive view of Ireland's only Cistercian monastery for women in the crisp Autumn.
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Mountains, wells, and caves: A look at Ireland’s sacred landscape
In Ireland, relics can also be found in the natural landscape. Holy wells, caves, stones and even mountains have been pilgrim destinations for centuries.
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13 pilgrim pathways for your next Irish adventure
In times of great uncertainty, we need reassuring anchors to cling to. Links with our ancestors who survived even greater travails become increasingly important and a walk along one of…
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Attending an Easter Vigil
Award-winning content creator Valerie O'Sullivan captures the beauty of Easter vigil at St Mary's Cathedral in Killarney on Holy Saturday.
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The Whole World is Saved by Easter Hope
In this piece, Daniel O'Leary talks about how during Holy Week, many of us fail to see salvation as a communal matter for all God’s people.
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The Holy Week in an Irish Monastery
The Benedictine monks of Glenstal Abbey in Co. Limerick are captured celebrating the Holiest week for Christians by award-winning photographer Valerie O'Sullivan in this exclusive extract from her book.
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Captivating photographs reveal ‘dark underbelly of Irish rural life’
For more than 40 years, Richard travelled Ireland. His striking images record unique aspects of Irish life that have almost disappeared.
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