‘Visio Divina’ with Dr Nora Donnelly and Rev. Dr. Eugene Duffy
Location: Knock Prayer Centre from 10am to 4pm. Cost per person: €15
The paintings that Nora Donnelly has chosen are images of Holy Week and Easter, featuring both well-known pieces from the Old Masters and works by various artists working right up to the present. Nora believes that by approaching these wonderful paintings where you rely on nothing more than your eyes and your imagination you can be placed in the realm of prayer. She will be joined on the day by Rev Dr Eugene Duffy, author and former lecturer at Mary Immaculate college, who will provide a scriptural reflection on each of the main themes of the images
Location: Chapel of Reconciliation from 8pm to 9pm
Admission is free of charge
Schola Cantorum Basilicae will present ‘Healing Voices’, a concert of sacred music, in the beautiful surrounds of the Chapel of Reconciliation at Knock Shrine. The programme will include some of the Schola’s favourite sacred music pieces, which will complement the chapel’s peaceful atmosphere.
Location: Knock Youth Village
Overnight retreat: €200 per person (full board basis)
Option to extend to 2 nights, to include ‘Healing Voices’ musical performance on Friday, April 11th: €250 per person
Our “Whisper of God” retreat invites you to immerse yourself in two days of silent reflection. Stay overnight in the peaceful Knock Youth Village, where you’ll have time for guided prayer, spiritual direction, and personal quiet time. A retreat designed to rejuvenate your spirit and deepen your relationship with God.
‘Treading lightly on the earth’ Dr Eanna Ni Lamhna, scientist and broadcaster
Eanna Ni Lamhna qualified as a scientist in the 1970’s. She set up the Irish Biological Records Centre in 1974 and is responsible for the original distribution maps of mammal and insects. She lectured postgraduates on sustainability for 20 years in TU Dublin. She was President of An Taisce from 2004 – 2009 and more recently President of the Tree Council of Ireland. She is a judge of Environmental initiatives undertaken by local groups on a county level such as Pride of Place and Love Where You Live. She is a highly respected radio and television broadcaster on environmental issues. She was awarded an honorary doctorate in Science by the University of Galway in November 2024.
‘Laudato Si’ 10 Years on – Sowing Seeds of Hope’ Jane Mellett, Church Outreach Officer, Trocaire
Jane Mellett is the Church Outreach Manager at Trócaire. She is also a spiritual director, retreat facilitator and author. Jane’s work involves sharing the wisdom of Laudato Si’ – On Care for our Common Home with faith communities, in a variety of settings. Jane has a specific interest in how faith communities can contribute to addressing the environmental crises our world currently faces.
‘Making Laudato Si a Reality – Pathways for Parish Communities’ Dr Brendan O’Keeffe, Geographer and Social Scientist
Dr Brendan O’Keeffe is a geographer and social scientist. He lives in Cahersiveen, County Kerry, and he is active in his local parish community. Professionally, Brendan runs his own research consultancy for the past six years. Previously, he was a lecturer, in geography, in Mary Immaculate College, Limerick. He also has a practitioner background in community development.
The cost for this event is €15 per person and advanced booking is recommended, as places are limited
For more information on any of these events and for reservations, contact Nicola Mitchell at 094 93 88100 or email faithrenewal@knockshrine.ie
For online bookings for April 26th, please visit eventbrite here
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