Spiritual resources during our time of isolation - Rathfarnham Church of the Annunciation

The New Testament:

How long has it been since you read any of the four Gospels? The Gospels were written about 40 to 60 years after the death and resurrection of Jesus. accessing a good commentary of the New Testament is invaluable in helping us to understand the background to these ancient writings.

All sections of the Bible in most editions are available on the Bible Gateway app.

Studylight.org (Daily study bible by William Barclay) offers a good commentary on all of the New Testament.

Sacred Space is a free APP developed by the Jesuits based on the spirituality of Ignatius Loyola, which emphasises seeing God in all things. The APP guides you through a prayer session in six stages

Reimagining the
Examen is a free APP that offers a unique prayer experience, that guides you through reflection on your day based on the spirituality of St Ignatius of Loyola. The Examen is often performed at night before we go to sleep. It allows us to replay the day we are leaving behind, and helps us become more aware of how to live the next day. Similar to a time of mindfulness but with an awareness of our loving God’s presence and a sense of our responsibilities to others.

Universalis is an APP that costs a few euros but is well worth it. It provides all the readings for Mass, the liturgy of the hours/ morning and evening prayers of the Church, and information about all the feast days.

Spirit Radio is an Irish Christian radio station 89.9fm and has some excellent interviews and uplifting music, & podcasts www.spiritradio.ie

Radio Maria Ireland (radiomaria.ie)

Check out the Archdiocese of Dublin website www.dublindiocese.ie

www.newadvent.org is a wonderful website that allows access to the original writings of the Church Fathers, St Augustine, St Thomas Aquinas and many more.