Who are the Columbans?

Who are the Columbans?

An inside look into the Missionary Society of St Columban. A Society of missionary priests and lay people who work in 16 countries around the world. Founded in 1918 by two young Irish priests, Frs Edward Galvin and John Blowick, the Society takes its name from St...
Radio documentary hears migrants’ stories

Radio documentary hears migrants’ stories

A new radio documentary reveals some of the incredible stories of migrants and refugees who have made their home in Ireland. ‘Don’t Look Back’ is produced by Brian Kenny and Fr Malachy Smyth. It will be broadcast on Newstalk Radio at the end of the month. Speaking to...
From a Distant Shore: Syria

From a Distant Shore: Syria

In recent years a growing number of people have come to Ireland to start new lives. This short fascinating documentary talks to Syrians who fled the war about their lives in Syria before the war. It also talks to those helping them – people like Calvin James of...