Ireland’s tradition of ‘social intimacy’ may soften ‘the rough edges of difference’, writes Mary Kenny
The anatomy of influence
Mary Kenny questions what it takes to be considered influential
A republic should represent the values of the majority
It is important to examine the definition of a ‘secular’ republic and vote on it if need be, writes Mary Kenny
Examining our conscience over Traveller prejudice
Despite social divisions,”everyone has to make an effort to change” in order for everyone to have the respect they deserve, writes Mary Kenny
Mixed feelings on the Church’s role in 1916 commemorations
“You’d be forgiven for thinking that 1916 has now become a brand”, writes Mary Kenny
Even billionaires need to seek help to tackle alcoholism
Tragedies may lead us to “disabling” addictions, but treatment can help us overcome the darkness, writes Mary Kenny
Hallowe’en celebrations showing a greater emphasis on death
Mary Kenny reflects on the growing popularity of the ‘ghoulish’ and ‘macabre’ festival
Families… warts and all!
All families are complicated and they are far from the perfect family ‘ideal’, writes Mary Kenny
Archbishop of Canterbury discovers pontifical purpose
The Pontiff provides a practical purpose for universal faith, writes Mary Kenny
When suffering is the mother of compassion
A history of suffering teaches us to have empathy for modern refugees, writes Mary Kenny

Mary Kenny