All children have greater capacity and inner genius than either we or they realise, writes Andrew Fuller
Category: Your Faith
Persistent back pain should be checked out promptly by your GP
Back pain is estimated to affect up to 85% of adults at some time in their lives. In most cases the cause is non-specific and is due to simple strains or sprains with symptoms resolving within one to three months. Despite this, it can be quite debilitating and ranks as one of the commonest medical…
Walking is a good way to start exercising
With a stretch in the evenings and the (somewhat) improved weather around the country, now is the perfect time to begin those long-fingered summer exercise regimes. For total beginners, a simple evening stroll can serve as a perfect stepping stone to a more rigorous routine and make the world of a difference! Exercise is one…
Homeless centre is hitting the high notes
Mags Gargan visits a rehearsal of the Brother Kevin Singers at the Capuchin Day Centre
Dandelions make great summer decorations
Dandelions may be a nuisance to keen gardeners and yet their sunny appearance signals the arrival of warm summer days. It seems such a shame to lay down weed killer and tear them out of the grass. Unfortunately they don’t keep well either in a vase of water like flowers do. If you like dandelions…
Parents must prepare children to deal with stress
Parenting Matters
Faith in the Family
“How do we know if any of this is real, if Jesus ever existed at all?” It is a challenging question but one that shouldn’t surprise us. What do we mean when we talk about Jesus? What are we actually telling our children? What do we believe ourselves? To some extent I think the problem…
Rhubarb mousse is an ideal summer dessert
Rhubarb is the ultimate flavour for spring or early summer. From rhubarb tart and rhubarb crumble to rhubarb bellinis and rhubarb ice cream, I could cook with rhubarb until the end of days. Custard with rhubarb mellows out the sharp tangy flavour and while I love a rhubarb and custard tart, you can’t beat rhubarb…
Sharing the joy of music
Mairead Miller describes a school project that is giving back to the local community
Active lifestyles – helpful or harmful?
Mags Gargan attends a public lecture where medical and health experts discuss both the benefits and risks associated with regular exercise

Courtney McGrail
Dr Kevin McCarroll
Cathal Barry
Mags Gargan
Erin Fox
Bairbre Cahill