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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Annual lecture in Christian Philosophy with Prof Matthew Levering, University of St Mary of the Lake - October 22nd 7:30pm, Renehan Hall. Free public lecture - please RSVP at specialevents@spcm.ie. #stpatricks #maynooth #philosophy #lecture #publiclecture
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Diploma in Church Music class begin their studies sppu.ie/news-events/...
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Pontifical University and National Seminary.
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Maynooth University @maynoothuniversity.ie · 25/09/2026
Maynooth University’s Department of Education has marked 100 years of teacher education at Maynooth, bringing together generations of graduates, current & former colleagues, students and partners. @maynootheducation.bsky.social @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social www.maynoothuniversity.ie/news-events/...
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The grassland located to the rear of St Patrick's College is allowed to grow naturally into species-rich meadows during the summer months. We work in partnership with a local farmer who cuts the meadows at the end of the growing season, with the harvested grass baled into haylage.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
​Rev Prof Neil Xavier O'Donoghue, Director of Liturgical Programmes, SPPU, spoke at a gathering of the clergy in the Diocese of Meath this week. More details below:
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Professor Michael A. Conway, SPPU, will speak and lead a discussion on “Let’s have an honest conversation about Synodality,” Adult Faith Formation, Killaloe Diocese, next Saturday, 26 September 2026, Parish Centre Ennis Cathedral, Ennis.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
In case you missed it, we were delighted to be part of the Maynooth850 RTÉ Nationwide programme on Monday evening. Rev Dr Michael Shortall, President of St Patrick's College spoke with Richard Downes about the history of the college and the part it now plays in the life of modern day Maynooth.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Tobias Winright, Professor of Moral Theology, SPPU, co-authored 'Just war in the age of AI' on September 17 in The Tablet. Read here: www.thetablet.co.uk/features/jus...
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The next Irish Theological Quarterly lecture will take place on Thursday 15 October 2026 in Renehan Hall, with a paper delivered by Rev. Prof. Stefanos Alexopoulos, The Catholic University of America, Washington DC. All are warmly welcome. To reserve your place, please email specialevents@spcm.ie
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Irish Theological Quarterly @irishtheolquart.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Our next Irish Theological Quarterly lecture will take place on Thursday 15 October 2026 at @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social with a paper delivered by Rev. Prof. Stefanos Alexopoulos, @catholicuniversity.bsky.social All warmly welcome. See details below.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
👋 Fáilte roimh gach duine le haghaidh an téarma nua! A warm welcome to our students both new and returning for the beginning of the new academic year. #stpatricks #maynooth
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🎓Céad míle fáilte! Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome our new undergraduate students to campus for orientation.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Tobias Winright, Professor of Moral Theology, SPPU, published 'How can the pope preach peace behind an armed Swiss Guard?' in US Catholic magazine on September 16th. Read here: uscatholic.org/articles/202...
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How can the pope preach peace behind an armed Swiss Guard?
While the church now rightly emphasizes nonviolence, it does not demand that people not defend themselves or others.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🎓It was a pleasure to welcome our new Postgraduate students yesterday and today for orientation! The group also took part in Mass in the Lady Chapel (pictured). We wish all our new students the very best as they begin their studies and we welcome them into our community.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Season of Creation Mass will take place outdoors at the Marian Grotto on campus, on the 22nd of September at 12 noon. All are welcome.
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PJ Wilson @pjwils.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Better late than never, here are some of my photos from the @bntsoc.bsky.social conference, hosted by @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social #BNTS2026
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Two significant heritage locations on the St Patrick’s College, Maynooth campus will be open to the public as part of Culture Night 2026, Friday 18th Sept. from 16.30-18.30. Staff will be on hand to guide people through and answer any questions.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Tobias Winright, Professor of Moral Theology, SPPU, delivered an invited lecture on Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas and 'Ethical Aspects of Artificial Intelligence' at the Booterstown Parish Pastoral Centre on September 14th.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
As we look forward to the commencement of a new academic year, Rev Dr Michael Shortall, President of SPPU extends a welcome and some reflections to new and returning students. We look forward to seeing you all on campus in the coming weeks. #sppu #spcm #maynooth #stpats
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Not long now until our campus comes alive again! We’re looking forward to welcoming new and returning students to campus 🎓🤗
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Rev Dr Michael Shortall, President and Lecturer in Moral Theology, SPPU, has published an article in this month's "The Furrow", entitled "The Dignity of Waiting: A Test Case for Healthcare Ethics". The article delves into the experience of waiting while ill. Access here: thefurrow.ie
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Professor Michael A. Conway, Professor in Faith and Culture, SPPU, has just published the lead article in the September issue of The Furrow, entitled “Resistance to Synodality: Dereliction of Leadership.” Access the article here: thefurrow.ie/september-20...
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Salvador Ryan @salvadorryan.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Exciting news regarding Archivium Hibernicum, published jointly by the Dept. of Ecclesiastical History @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social and the Department of History @maynoothuniversity.ie which will be joining the suite of journals published by @livunipress.bsky.social from next year (2027).
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Tuesday (Aug 25, 2026) was a very full and fruitful day at this year’s British New Testament Society Conference. @bntsoc.bsky.social Read more: sppu.ie/news-events/...
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British New Testament Society @bntsoc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Our opening session is beginning with a welcome from Rev. Dr Michael Shortall, President of our host institution, St Patrick's College, Maynooth #BNTS2026
A priest speaking from a lectern.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
📸Some photographs of yesterday's @bntsoc.bsky.social Annual Meeting opening day, which is being held this year at St Patrick’s Pontifical University, Maynooth. A pleasure to be hosting this conference here on our campus, and we hope everyone has an enjoyable and reflective few days in Maynooth.
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British New Testament Society @bntsoc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Our president, Dr Catrin Williams, welcomes all members to the conference and introduces our first plenary session, from Prof. Louise Lawrence and Dr An-Ting Yi, ‘Challenging Contexts in Conversation’ #BNTS2026
Dr Williams addressing a full room.
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Benjamin Leighton @benjaminleighton.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Great to be @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social for #BNTS2026
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
We are looking forward to welcoming the British New Testament Society to Maynooth next week for their 2026 Society Meeting here at St Patrick’s Pontifical University. Prof Seamus O’Connell on behalf of SPPU will host university attendees on our historic campus for three days from 24th - 26th Aug
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Wishing the very best of luck to everyone receiving their Leaving Cert results! 🎓 Whatever your results bring, be proud of how far you’ve come and look forward to the opportunities ahead.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
🛎️ Applications close August 15th. Our Pastoral Liturgy programmes offer an accredited foundation for those serving, or preparing to serve, at parish and diocesan level. 🔗 sppu.ie/about/facult... #liturgy #pastoral #higherdiploma #diploma #masters #postgraduate
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
We were delighted to welcome Ms Heather Pope from Benefact Trust to the St Patrick’s Maynooth campus recently for a tour of our ongoing renovation works to St Brigid’s House. Read more: sppu.ie/news-events/...
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Tobias Winright, Professor of Moral Theology, SPPU, published an article "Character and Cops" about integrity, virtue and allegations of two-tier policing in Britain in The Tablet (8 August 2026): 8-9. Read the article here - www.thetablet.co.uk/features/cha...
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Character and cops - The Tablet
As a former law enforcement ­officer and police ethics instructor, I have followed with interest news reports about alleged “two-tier ­policing” in Britain, a
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
The National Science and Ecclesiology Museum is now open for June, July & August. Free admission, see more details below!
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Dr Tom McLean, Lecturer in Systematic Theology at SPPU, recently attended the Mount Angel Institute at Mount Angel Abbey (MAI) in Oregan where a week-long Fellowship of Scholars gathered to focused on the theme of “Liturgy and the Senses.” Read more here www.mountangelabbey.org/monastery/ne...
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
🛎️ Applications close August 15th Our Higher Diploma in Theological Studies is ideal for those seeking to enhance teaching qualifications, as a gateway to further study in areas like Chaplaincy, Pastoral Ministry or academia or pursue formal theological education Apply here sppu.ie/courses/high...
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Prof Tobias Winright, SPPU, has published an article reflecting on his experience having participated at the Nobel Laureates Global Assembly hosted in Rome by the Vatican last week. Read more: www.catholicmoraltheology.com/p/a-dangerou...
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
📚🎉Congratulations to Dr Joshua Furnal, lecturer in Systematic Theology here at SPPU, whose book "Being before God" was awarded an Honorable Mention in the Theological Studies category of the 2026 Catholic Media Association Book Awards.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Prof Tobias Winright's article in the latest edition of America Magazine www.americamagazine.org/short-take/2...
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ICE killing in Maine raises the question: Why do the police shoot so many people in their cars?
As a former law enforcement officer and police ethics instructor, I worry that the number of deadly police shootings at vehicles is increasing before our eyes.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Rev. Dr JP Sheridan attended the Third Annual G.R.A.C.E. Colloquium at Boston College hosted by the Roche Centre for Catholic Education. He delivered a paper titled, 'Forming Witnesses in a Fragmented World: Reimagining Catholic Teacher Identity through the Lens of the Global Compact on Education.'
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
We welcomed Austrian Ambassador Melitta Schubert to SPPU, on 9th July. As part of Ireland’s EU Presidency, Kildare is twinned with Austria. The ambassador was able to explore the connections between SPPU & Austria. #maynooth #sppu #spcm #stpatricks #austrianembassy #eupresidency
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
SPPU is honoured that our colleague Prof Tobias Winright is participating in the Rome Global Nobel Assembly 14-16 July working to the Declaration for an Unarmed and Disarming Peace. sppu.ie/news-events/... globalnobelassembly.org/programme #sppu #maynooth #globalnobelasembly #vatican
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
SPPU was delighted to participate in the FUCE Summer School, European Humanism in the Making of Peace, at the Catholic University of Lille. Dr Michael Shortall contributed to the programme and was joined by Kate O'Connor and Oisín Raymond #FUCE #univatholille #UCSIA #Peace #SPPU
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
The National Science and Ecclesiology Museum is now open for June, July & August. Free admission, see more details below!
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Dr Carl Scerri, Lecturer in Systematic Theology, SPPU, has just published ‘A Catholic Hölderlin? An alternative reading by Guardini and Przywara’ in the peer-reviewed journal Literature and Theology. Read the full article here: academic.oup.com/litthe/advan...
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A Catholic Hölderlin? An alternative reading by Guardini and Przywara
Abstract. It is common to associate Friedrich Hölderlin with Martin Heidegger. The latter not only contributed to the twentieth-century revival of interest
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
“The Salamanca Archive: A Story of Irish Exile & Return, 1592-1642” launches in the Russell Library Read more: sppu.ie/news-events/...
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“The Salamanca Archive: A Story of Irish Exile & Return | St Patrick’s Pontifical University, Maynooth
Pontifical University and National Seminary.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Prof. Michael A. Conway has just published ‘Discernment and Decision-Making in a Synodal Church’ in Beyond Certainty: Reimagining Faith in a Changing World, a Festschrift dedicated to Rev. Dr. René Camilleri, Faculty of Theology, the University of Malta.
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Applications close 30th June - don't miss out! Learn more about our Master's in Philosophy options and apply now for 2026 at sppu.ie/postgraduate. #stpatricks #maynooth #masters #philosophy
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
"Spirit of the word – Leo’s liturgical moment" a new article by Rev Dr Neil Xavier O'Donoghue, Dean of Postgraduate Studies, SPPU, features on the cover and within the latest edition of The Tablet. Read the full article here www.thetablet.co.uk/features/spi...
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St Patrick's Pontifical University @stpatsmaynooth.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Tobias Winright, Professor of Moral Theology, was interviewed by William Crawley on the Sunday programme on BBC 4 radio about Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas and just war theory. The interview begins at 25:34. www.bbc.com/audio/play/m...
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BBC Audio | Sunday | Archbishop AI; Sikh Kirpan; World Cup
William Crawley takes a look at the ethical and religious issues of the week.
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