RTÉ 1 Tuesdays 2nd and 9th March, 10.15-11.15pm
Featuring extensive interviews with Bob Geldof, President Mary McAleese, Tim Pat Coogan, President Peter Pinda of Tanzania and John O’Shea of Goal, ‘On God’s Mission’ examines why the Irish joined the missions in such great numbers, what impact they had on the people to whom they dedicated their lives, and reveals how their work has impacted on Ireland’s international reputation.
