My first year university course at Aberdeen in ‘Celtic Studies’ was an eye-opener. Learning Scots Gaelic while being immersed in lectures on Celtic history and literature taught me that multi-vowelled words really are tongue twisters, and that much of what we today call ‘celtic’ history can be speculative and subjective…
Category Archives: Islands Centres
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May
May
With so much busy-ness and stretch in our Community life at this time of year it felt like a struggle to take the time to pause. But what a delight to join the Young Adults Group (YAG) on pilgrimage.
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May
May
If you’re already dreaming of next year’s holidays, take a look at the Iona Abbey programme for 2025.
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May
May
An Associate Member shares their reflections on Wildlife Week at Iona Abbey. And find out how you can join us next year.
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Apr
Apr
Irene had wanted to visit Iona due to a variety of wee prompts over the past couple of years. In March, she arrived on the island for the first time. We hope it won’t be her last.
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Jan
Jan
Whether you’re island-hopping in the Inner Hebrides, need to restore your soul, or want a wee taste of Iona Community life, come and join us for a 3-night short break.
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Dec
Dec
An insight into the experience of being on Iona during the winter months, by Sharon Edwards
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Dec
Dec
Ruth reflections on the inspiration of Advent and shares her appreciation for the radical community of light bringers and change makers that she is grateful for.
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Nov
Nov
This month’s Sounds of Iona piece comes from Caro Penney and the Israel/Palestine Common Concern Network with a prayer from the Wild Goose Resource Group and song by Iain McLarty in response to the conflict in Israel-Gaza.
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Oct
Oct
This month’s Sounds of Iona piece comes from Caro Penney and the Israel/Palestine Common Concern Network with a prayer from the Wild Goose Resource Group and song by Iain McLarty in response to the conflict in Israel-Gaza.
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