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A Prayer in the Dialysis Chair, in the Spirit of St Benedict
In the quiet rhythm of treatment, I offer each breath as prayer, trusting that even this routine can be transformed into grace. Continue reading
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A new Easter hymn from North Antrim—“Along the Antrim paths He came” (DCM)
The hymn reflects on Christ’s quiet presence, offering hope and peace to those grieving, emphasizing recognition through familiar gestures, and inviting renewal in everyday life. Continue reading
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A hymn in honour of St Fin Barre—“God of the Lee, whose light shaped Fin Barre’s way” (10 10 10 10)
A hymn written in Thanksgiving for the ministry of the Rt Rev Dr Paul Colton, Bishop of Cork, Cloyne, and Ross, from my book “A Living Cloud of Irish Witnesses” posted here on the day he returns the Diocesan Crozier as he retires. Continue reading
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A Triennial Easter Vestry
A humorous look at the marathon of a Church of Ireland Easter Vestry in a “Triennial Year”. Continue reading
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A Winter Beginning
There is a kind of waiting that belongs only to winter. The fields lie still. The light comes late and leaves early.And yet, beneath the frost, something is already preparing to grow. I’ve begun work on a new volume in The Mindful Year — a winter collection shaped by this season of quiet watching and… Continue reading
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A Eucharistic hymn inspired by Psalm 103 — “Bless the land, O all my being” (87 87 D)
The hymn celebrates God’s unwavering presence and mercy, emphasizing that even in vulnerability, creation’s praise allows us to reconnect with divine grace and community. Continue reading
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Easter with the Rooks
The rooks are loud in ragged trees,their caws like weathered cloth.They shake the morning into lifeas Easter stirs the froth.The blackbirds in the rafters wakeand test the warming air.Their chicks, half-feathered, blink at dawnas though surprised it’s there.And in the hush between the calls,a softer truth appears:that every trembling, newborn wingoutpaces all our fears. Copyright… Continue reading
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St Munchin. A tune for “By the Shannon’s flowing waters”.
A new voice for the Shannon. Composer Thurlow Weed sets “By the Shannon’s flowing waters” to ST. MUNCHIN—a melody capturing the river’s grace and a saint’s steadfastness. Continue reading
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A new hymn for the Second Sunday of Easter — “At Break of Day the Christ draws near” (88 88 88)
A hymn shaped by Irish light and land, written from a mind that reads the world through texture, pattern, and quietness, meeting the risen Christ. Continue reading
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“Christ, stitch us in” a poem honouring Christ in the everyday of tailoring.
The poem inspired by Chris Suitor reflects on tailoring, everyday grace, and spiritual connection, culminating from a rich conversation in Belfast about music and life. Continue reading
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A hymn for St George’s Parish, Belfast — “We sing of George, whose courage shone” (DCM)
Reflecting on St George’s Parish Church Belfast, celebrating its welcoming spirit, rich community, and connection to its patron saint, inspiring a hymn to honour its legacy. Continue reading
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Clear. Safe. Shared.
In shared spaces of care, autonomy is never solitary. What we do shapes others’ safety, dignity, and trust—more than we sometimes notice, or name. Continue reading
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A Poem of Thanks
From the “fragile thread” of birth to dialysis in the Midlands, Michael McFarland Campbell shares a moving liturgy of grace, healing hands, and faithful care. Continue reading
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Still Easter Light
Easter Monday feels ordinary, yet the Church still stands in dawn‑light. The world moves on, but Christ is risen, still. Alleluia. Continue reading
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Eucharistic Easter hymn — “On Kildare’s Plain the Dawn Unfolds” (CM)
A Eucharistic Easter hymn written in Kildare Cathedral on Easter Day reminding us of the Risen Christ. Continue reading
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Dawn. Stone. Rising
At Easter dawn, the stone is moved and Christ stands near—present in our grief, speaking our name, and meeting us again in the ordinary places. Continue reading
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Harrowing of Hell — “Down through the shadowed gates He came (DCM)
A hymn for the quiet moment of Holy Saturday particularly if there is no Easter Vigil. A reminder of the harrowing of Hell. Continue reading
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Silence. Waiting. Tomb.
The stone is sealed.The world holds its breath. No voice breaks the silence,no light yet lifts the dark. We wait where hope seems buried,where promise lies unseen. Yet even here—God is at work in hidden ways. Continue reading
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Cross. Silence. Love
Today, we keep watch at the Cross—a Good Friday devotion for the Three Hours, offering scripture, silence, and prayer, for church or quiet reflection. Continue reading
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A hymn for Maundy Thursday — “On this shore, you break the bread, Lord” (87 87 D)
A Maundy Thursday hymn of table, tide, and presence—drawing together bread, cup, and service, with Irish landscape imagery for use in worship this evening. Continue reading
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Hidden. Turning. Heart.
On this quiet day in Holy Week, betrayal begins not with noise, but a turning of the heart—inviting us to honest reflection and gentle return. Continue reading
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