In the October issue of The Sacred Heart Messenger, FR ALAN HILLIARD reflects on the role of the smuggler in a world where the number of people displaced has reached unprecedented levels. As part of our World Meeting of Families series, RONAN BARRY links the gospel with thoughts on his children growing up. KEVIN HARGADEN raises challenging issues about the aftermath of the Grenfell Fire in London in the context of similar Irish situations. RE:LINK discusses positive mental health.

This October Messenger includes our regular articles such as the Pope’s intention, Gospel explanation, art, architecture, gardening, cookery, crossword, prayer, young readers pages and much more. The Sacred Heart Messenger magazine can be purchased in parishes, newsagents and from your local promoter.

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