Patricia Higgins

Patricia Higgins Tailor-made ceremonies to mark the most important moments in your life, and those of the ones your l

17/04/2026

How do you look after yourself when you look after others?

Time for those who care for others to care for themselves was the focus of this morning's session, organised by Donegal Volunteer Centre. I was chuffed to be asked to lead it.

After some lovely tea and scones we headed for a gentle stroll along the Swilly's stunning shoreline and reflected on our experience as volunteers, especially

the times we are grateful for
the times that stand out as we look back
the times we had to walk with those who were struggling
and the times we may have struggled ourselves,
and the times we saw something transformed emerge beyond that struggle
in others, and in ourselves.

We recognised the importance of regularly connecting, with ourselves, with nature, and with 'our tribe' - whoever that might be - to keep us keeping on.

15/04/2026

May you find a certain solidarity with others who are waiting May you be gentle on yourself as you prepare to leave the thin comfort of not knowing for sure you haven’t been acceptedTo finding out whether you or not you have been.May you be blessed by a sense that whatever happens The stretch you ...

21/03/2026

With all the changes in how people relate to Church and religion, how do we go about taking care of our inner lives?

How do we create spaces together to connect with what actually going on for ourselves, and to connect with whatever it is that gives us energy and hope?

Where can you speak honestly about faith- the hope it can give, and the questions that it sometimes prompts?

06/03/2026

What happens when faith no longer fits inside traditional church walls?In this powerful conversation, Irish interfaith minister and spiritual companion Patricia Higgins shares her vision of “rewilding faith” — reclaiming spirituality through cerem...

It's a cliche to say it's a privilege to be part of someone's wedding day, but it so very true>It's an honour to be trus...
24/11/2025

It's a cliche to say it's a privilege to be part of someone's wedding day, but it so very true>

It's an honour to be trusted by a couple with their story . And to hear from them on ' Why marriage, and why now?'. Getting to create a ceremony that is right for a couple, and holding the space that allows them cement their commitment in front of all the people that really matter to them, is something I will never take for granted.

Getting to hang out in various stunning Donegal locations, is another perk!

So to all the couples who trusted me with their big day this year - a big thank you. Best wishes to you all as your married journey starts off, especially for your first married Christmas. May it be the first of many as a happily married couple.

Ballyliffin Hotel Redcastle Oceanfront, Golf & Spa Hotel

17/11/2025

Very exciting to receive this book in the post, and to see my name, along with many others* on the cover.

'Gather' traces the history and contemporary practice of women's 'circles'/ gatherings. Over 60 contributions speak to why they matter, and how they can be spaces of support, healing and lasting growth, and a chance to revisit some familiar stories from a women's point of view.

Published by it can be purchased at https://womancraftpublishing.com/product/gather-a-celebration-of-womens-circles/

And for those who might like to hear the piece I wrote that's in it, here's link to me reading it ( during Covid- hence the longer than normal hair!) https://www.patriciahiggins.ie/post/new-annunciations

*Delighted one of those others is fellow Interfaith minister, Rev Jo Royle

03/11/2025

'Women's circles'...

I am not sure that any of the groups of friends I am lucky enough to be part of - from school friends, to college friends, to friends from a volunteer programme in my twenties, the 'Mammies on the run' group that I met in parent and toddler group, and in more recent years the group of women I have met through sea-swimming/ dipping.. would think of themselves as 'a women's circle'. I am not sure that I would either to be honest.

So, it's funny to find myself published in a book that celebrates 'Women's Circles'.

What I can connect with is the title - 'Gather'. I love that. I have found the chance to gather with women in all these different groups, to have been such a source of strength, insight, support... and at times, some much needed belly laughs. All of them have been places to share stories - the ones that can make us laugh, and the ones that make us cry too. And it's out of a sense of what these gatherings of women can offer, in 'a world that so often seems so tilted towards men' that the piece I wrote that's included came.

Published by it can be purchased at https://womancraftpublishing.com/product/gather-a-celebration-of-womens-circles/

And for those who might prefer to hear it, here's link to me reading it ( during Covid- hence the longer than normal hair!) https://www.patriciahiggins.ie/post/new-annunciations

Very chuffed to be a part of this event tomorrow evening...
16/10/2025

Very chuffed to be a part of this event tomorrow evening...

16/10/2025

Check out our amazing Storytelling event with Tenx9 at New Gate Arts and Culture Centre . Details Below ⬇⬇⬇

🌟🌟TenX9 ‘Faith’🌟✨

⏰Friday the 17th of October 7:30-9:30pm

📍New Gate Arts Centre

📣Whether it’s your love of George Michael, faith in people or God, or finding or losing faith. Tenx9 is a storytelling evening where nine people have up to ten minutes each to tell a true story from their own life.

📖Tenx9 was co-founded in Belfast by Paul Doran, a masterful storyteller and warm, engaging facilitator who has helped thousands of people across the world share their true stories. With events now held in cities from Belfast to Melbourne, Tenx9 is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, authenticity, and power to connect communities through personal storytelling. Paul brings a deep understanding of how to help people find their voice – whether you’re a seasoned speaker or sharing your story for the first time.

To come see our amazing storytellers please follow the link below to order.
Get your FREE ticket

https://bit.ly/TenX9FaithTickets

A project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB)
Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB Derry City & Strabane District Council

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