Dr. Margaret Naughton

Healthcare Chaplain & CPE Supervisor @ University Hospital Kerry; PhD Pastoral Theology @ MIC; CASC Certified Super/Educator; Writer & proud Kerry woman.

[The Irish Times @IrishTimes]

Called to the church: ‘I broke her heart but I felt I could do more for people by being a priest’ https://t.co/hjeitQysPC

[Dr. Margaret Naughton @MargaretNaught6]

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[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

📽️– This week’s 'Caring for Kerry' theme focuses on making sure everyone gets the care they need. Patricia Moloney, Mallow General Hospital shares how the hospital supports patients who need ongoing treatment and may be transferred there for longer stays from UHK
#CaringforKerry

[CatholicBishops @CatholicBishops]

Statement of the Winter 2025 General Meeting of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference

@Pontifex @trocaire @synodalpathway @cjpireland @ICPOprisoners @CatholicEducIRL @StPatsMaynooth @irishchurches #Jubilee2025⬇️
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[Cedars and Saints🇻🇦 @CedarsAndSaints]

🚨— GOOSEBUMPS: Canadian singer Michael Buble performed Ave Maria at the Vatican’s Christmas Concert for the Poor, and Pope Leo is loving it.

Historic. Mesmerizing. Beautiful!

[The Irish Catholic @IrishCathNews]

The Traveller community has reached an important milestone in pastoral care and theological education, with Richard O’Brien of Kilarney, Co. Kerry, becoming one of the first Irish Travellers to be accredited as a Catholic Chaplain.

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[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

🌟 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at #UHK on Friday to celebrate our commitment to Clinical Pastoral Education💙

A mass was held in the hospital chapel, with an addresses by Minister @NormaFoleyTD1 and Deputy @MHealyRae, and the unveiling of a commemorative plaque

[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

University Hospital Kerry will host an event Fri, Sept 12 to celebrate Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) - a programme supporting emotional and spiritual care in healthcare

💜All are welcome #SpiritualCare

[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

And lastly, we are so proud to award the Chaplaincy Team with the Care & Compassion Award! They were acknowledged for their compassionate presence and unwavering support to patients, families, and staff. See all the winners: https://t.co/oVRjCpuyUo 👏 💜 #PeopleOfUHK

[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

A huge congratulations to Francie Breen, Porter, on receiving a Patient Care Award! He was recognised for his incredible humour, kindness, and uplifting presence that brightens the hospital for everyone. See all the winners: https://t.co/oVRjCpv6JW 👏 💚 #PeopleOfUHK

[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

Congratulations to Dr. Daniel Onyekwere, Consultant Paediatrician, a deserving winner of the Patient Care Award. He was honoured for his unwavering dedication to providing compassionate, child-centred care. See all the winners: https://t.co/oVRjCpv6JW 👏 💜 #PeopleOfUHK

[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

Huge love and a big thank you to Mary Cotter, Catering Assistant, on her Service Excellence Award! Mary was celebrated for her thoughtful approach and dedication to the daily wellbeing of our patients. See all the winners: https://t.co/oVRjCpuyUo 👏 💜 #PeopleOfUHK

[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

We're celebrating the amazing Megan Meehan, Staff Midwife, who received a Patient Care Award at the 2025 People of UHK Awards! Her outstanding empathy and support for women and families is truly inspiring. See all the winners: https://t.co/oVRjCpv6JW 👏 💜 #PeopleOfUHK

[Bernard Casey @BernardCasey90]

Only in Kerry

A perspective of the Kerry GAA supporters' journey to Croke Park.

[University Hospital Kerry @hospital_kerry]

Yesterday, our staff gathered to bid a heartfelt farewell to Fr. Gerard, marking his departure after 10 years with us.

His compassionate presence has enriched our hospital community, he will be deeply missed. 🙏

(Pictured: Fr. Gerard with the UHK chaplaincy team.)
#PeopleOfUHK

[ACPEIreland Ltd @ACPE_Ireland]

CPE Graduation Ulster Hospital Dundonald 2025 Congratulations to all of the students and Rev Don Gamble Supervisor and CPE director.
Pictured with them  Mr. Tony OHara User Experience Senior Manager and
Fr Darach Mac Giolla Catháin President of NIHCA.

[ACPEIreland Ltd @ACPE_Ireland]

Thank you to all who attended our Conference and Day of Celebration today. It was great to have a full house and to be inspired by Prof Sam Wells.
We have a proud and cherished tradition in spiritual care education and practice.