Advent Videos

The videos on this page were prepared for Advent in 2020, when Ireland experienced continuing restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic. You may find that the material retains its relevance.

This material is offered to support people who wish to take a day or a few days retreat in their own place. The reflective talks are followed by some pointers for thought and prayer and guided prayer sessions are also offered.

Starting out on Advent's Journey

Piaras Jackson SJ draws attention to some of the main characters of Advent.

Encountering Mary

Aileen Murphy RLR reflects on Mary’s encounter with the angel Gabriel.

Present with Mary: Guided Prayer

Journey with the shepherds in a guided prayer.

Waiting

Aileen Murphy RLR invites you to see where God’s creative spirit has been with you throughout these months.

Hannah: A Guided Prayer

Aileen Murphy RLR offers a guided meditation based on Hannah’s honest prayer.

Journeying with the Magi

Advent presents an invitation with us to journey with the Magi.

Journeying with the Magi - Guided Prayer

Inspired by the Magi, Mary Hunt offers an invitation to pray.

Using videos on your retreat

Making a retreat at home is inviting God into your own personal space in a particular way. We offer some suggestions about how video might best be used.

Using Videos on Retreat