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Sports Chaplaincy in Ireland

What a privilege it is for Sports Chaplaincy Ireland to serve people in clubs and associations up and down the country! Every person is important and valuable – from the athlete, to the supporter, and every staff member, volunteer and helper in between. As a team of volunteer chaplains, we can bring a gospel of care and love that does not have to fit a budget or particular outcome. We are instead able to bring pastoral and spiritual care that cuts across all agendas and is totally people centred.

Professional , Elite or Dedicated athletes sacrifice a lot in striving for excellence . And whilst they may be high value assets , they are not formula one racing cars - they are human beings . And along that journey I know that the sports chaplain can be a vital... Read More

Professional , Elite or Dedicated athletes sacrifice a lot in striving for excellence . And whilst they may be high value assets , they are not formula one racing cars – they are human beings . And along that journey I know that the sports chaplain can be a vital and valuable confidential layer of support to both athletes and staff and their families .Being there for them through not just the disappointments and challenges of sport and life in general , but also importantly through the good times , the chaplain can help them hold their talent in conjunction with a bigger picture for their life.

David Humphreys

Former Ulster and Ireland Rugby Out half, Director of Rugby at Ulster and Gloucester and current ECB Director of Cricket Operations

We have as a club benefitted enormously from having a Chaplain and Dario has been of value to not only the players and staff, but also the board.

Gerard Lawlor

ex Chairman, Cliftonville FC

Our club chaplain has helped me to gain a unique perspective on issues I had. He went above and beyond for me in my time of need.

Marcus Kane

Glentoran FC Captain

There are so many things people don't see going in an athlete's life away from the playing arena - and this is where the chaplaincy can play a pivotal role.

Megan Bell

Northern Ireland International