After taking the first tentative steps in re-opening Solas Bhride in June 2021 we were delighted that so many individual pilgrims came to visit over the next few months. However,…
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Looking Back 2013 – Solas Bhride enters House of Records
The Gathering was a nationwide event which took place through September 2013. One of the key events for the Brigid of Kildare Gathering celebration was a Guinness Book of Records…
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The Oak Tree – a symbol of enduring legacy
On the 7th October, National Tree Day, we reflected on the history of the Oak tree, a key part of Ireland’s heritage. Those of you who have visited Solas…
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Season of Creation – Importance of Pollination
It is important that we support all our pollinators, both for their own sakes and also for the food which they help to provide
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Laudato Si Week – 16 to 25 May 2021
Solas Bhride joins with people around the world in prayer to celebrate Laudato Si’ Week, May 16 – 25, to reflect on what the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us, and…
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Celebration of Earth Day 2021
The theme for Earth Day 2021 was Restore our Earth. We in Solas Bhride celebrated virtually with poetry, movement, music, meditation, stories and sharing of some practical ideas. We explored…
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Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the visit of the Dalai Lama
This month we celebrate the 10th anniversary of when His Holiness, the Dalai Lama visited Kildare Town. The Dalai Lama was welcomed with music and song by pupils from local…
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Virtual Forum for: Commission for the Status of Women 2021
The 65th Session of the Commission of the Status of Women is currently in progress virtually in the United Nations. Rita Minehan csb and a member of the Solas…
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Spring Equinox
We invite you to join with Solas Bhride in an online celebration of the Spring Equinox on Saturday, March 20th at 7.00pm. At the time of Equinox we are…
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Reflection on Féile Bríde
Virtual Féile Bríde We were delighted that so many of you could join us on our first virtual Féile Bríde, our annual celebration of St Brigid, her legacy and her…
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