For much of Ireland’s history, faith and culture were deeply intertwined. Church buildings stood at the centre of communities, Catholic schools shaped generations, and participation in religious life was often seen as a normal part of Irish identity. Today, however, Ireland finds itself in a very different place. Church attendance has declined, religious practice can…

Many of us, as people striving to follow Christ in a busy and demanding world, find ourselves trapped by invisible barriers of our own making. ‘I’ll serve at church once my schedule clears up.’ ‘I’m not ready to volunteer until I learn more.’ ‘I’ll reach out and mend that relationship when I’m a better person.’…