TheWay.ie is a new digital platform set up by the Irish Bishops’ Conference dedicated to sharing the Good News and the witness of the Catholic Church in Ireland. It is intended to help people discover the faith, live the faith and pass on the faith. It is for both seekers and followers. Visit www.theway.ie.
BALALLY PARISH
Living the Rule Together:
CARMELITES, WHITEFRIAR STREET – June 2026
MATER DEI SCHOLARSHIP – closing date 05-Jun-26
The School of Theology, Philosophy, and Music is pleased to offer scholarships for the BA in Theology and World Religions for those entering the programme in the 2026-27 academic year. These scholarships are funded by the Mater Dei Scholarship and Grant Committee. The scholarships cover approximately half of the fees for the BATRS programme. For 2026-27 we are pleased to offer:
Three scholarships, covering €1400 per academic year, to be paid towards fees over four academic years. This covers approximately half of the module fees for the duration of the programme.
These scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis, and notification of awards will be made over the summer. One scholarship can be awarded per student.
The closing date for applications for the scholarships is 5pm, Friday 5th June. To apply, please send a letter of interest outlining your reasons for applying for the BA in Theology and Religious Studies at DCU, as well as your reasons for applying for the scholarship (1-2 pages, single spaced). This should be sent via email to Dr Marika Rose, Programme Chair of the BA in Theology and Religious Studies (marika.rose@dcu.ie).
If successful, in order to formally be awarded a scholarship, you will need to provide confirmation that you have applied to the programme on DCU’s Student Application Portal.
Enquiries may be directed to Dr Marika Rose (marika.rose@dcu.ie).
CAMP VERITAS
Camp Veritas is a Residential Faith & Fun Camp, Supporting Young People 12 – 17 years explore and celebrate their Catholic Faith. Clongowes Wood College, Clane, Co. Kildare, June 23 to 28. Visit www.campveritasireland.org for more.
PATHWAYS INTO PASTORAL MINISTRY
This course is for any adult who wants to explore and grow their faith. Over a year, participants are offered inputs on foundational issues of faith and the impact they have on ministry and parish life. There is also time for small group sharing and the opportunity for three different retreat experiences. On completion of the course, people are presented with a certificate.
Pathways is run on a Thursday evening (during term times) at the St Patrick’s campus of DCU in Drumcondra from 7.15pm to 9.15pm. The course starts on September 24 and runs until May 13, and costs €300. Online registration is now open using the QR code or via this link.
For further details, please visit the adult faith section of www.dublindiocese.ie/missionministry or contact peter.siney@dublindiocese.ie.
Marino Institute Certificate in Spirituality and Human Development
