The 7 Deadly Thoughts: A Young Adult Journey Through Lent

Thursdays at 7 pm • 19 February – 2 April 2026
Belfast Jesuit Centre | Ages 18–35

This seven‑week Lenten programme invites young adults into a reflective exploration of the “deadly thoughts”; patterns of thinking that can limit our freedom, distort our relationships, and diminish our joy. Rooted in Ignatian spirituality, each session offers space to notice these patterns with compassion and to discover the life‑giving antidotes that help us grow.

Weekly Themes

  • 19 February – Pride
  • 26 February – Greed
  • 5 March – Envy
  • 12 March – Anger
  • 19 March – Gluttony
  • 26 March – Lust
  • 2 April – Acedia

What to Expect

  • Guided reflection rooted in Ignatian wisdom
  • Practical tools for recognising unhelpful thinking patterns
  • Space for quiet, conversation, and shared insight
  • A supportive young adult community journeying through Lent together

Venue

Belfast Jesuit Centre
193–195 Donegall Street
Belfast BT1 2FL

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Silence in the City - Silent Prayer in Lent

A gentle invitation to rest, reconnect, and rediscover the sacred within

In a world that rarely stops talking, Silence in the City offers a quiet alternative – a space to breathe, to listen, and to simply be.

This six-week introductory programme led by Sean O’Brien, is a warm and welcoming invitation to explore the ancient, life-giving practice of silent prayer. Whether you’re new to prayer or seeking a fresh approach, these sessions will gently guide you into a deeper awareness of God’s presence – not through words or effort, but through stillness and simplicity.

What to Expect

Each session offers a calm, supportive space to:

    • Let go of the pressure to “get prayer right”
    • Rest in the quiet presence of God, who is already near
    • Discover the peace that comes from simply being, not doing
    • Reconnect with your true self beneath the noise and demands of daily life

You won’t need prior experience – just a willingness to pause and be present.

Is This for You?

This programme may speak to you if:

    • You feel spiritually weary or stuck in routine prayer
    • You long for a deeper, more intimate connection with God
    • You’re overwhelmed by life’s noise and crave inner stillness
    • You’re curious about silence but unsure how to begin

 Practical Details

  • When: Fridays during Lent beginning with tea/coffee at 11:00 am for a prompt 11.15am start
  • Where: Belfast Jesuit Centre
  • Duration: Six sessions, each around one hour
  • Format: Simple, spacious, and beginner-friendly
  • Optional: Join us for Mass at 12.30pm

Come as you are. Leave with a little more peace.

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Learning From Matthew's Church with Fr Kieran O'Mahony

The Gospel of Matthew is unique; it is the only Gospel to use the word “church.” Written in the later first century, Matthew offers a vivid window into a community navigating identity, conflict, and mission. Struggling as a kind of orphan from Judaism, Matthew’s church forged structures for ministry and teaching that continue to inspire us today.

Guided by Kieran O’Mahony OSA, of Tarsus Scripture School (tarsus.ie); renowned biblical scholar and great friend of the Belfast Jesuit Centre, this course invites you to journey with Matthew’s community, discovering lessons for our own time through scripture, prayer, and reflection.

Together we will explore:

  • 3rd February: Emerging Churches: placing Matthew in the later first century
  • 10th February: Matthew’s church: challenges and emerging structures
  • 17th February: Jesus as Moses in the Gospel according to Matthew
  • 24th February: The Lord’s prayer and the place forgiveness across the Gospel
  • 3rd March: The parables of the end of time (Matthew 24-25)
  • 10th March: Mission in Matthew’s church: the Mission Discourse (9:35-11:1) closing tableau (28:16-20)

Join us as we learn from Matthew’s church; a community of faith that speaks powerfully to the challenges and hopes of today.

Places are limited and registration is essential.

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