ST. PATRICK

On St. Patrick’s Day we all become a little Irish. We look forward to green beer, corned beef and cabbage, and partying with friends. Here is a little history on St. Patrick. He was born in the late 4th century a Roman Britain. He was captured by Irish Raiders at age 16, who forced him into slavery for 6 years. He worked as a shepherd away from people, and in loneliness and fear he turned to Christ for comfort. Following a spiritual vision, he escaped and returned to Britain. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained, later becoming a bishop. He felt called to return to Ireland as a missionary. Around 432 CE. Bishop Patrick is credited with converting a Pagan Ireland to Christianity by using a 3-leaf shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity. The stem their oneness, and the three leaves as the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. He oppressed the Druids, who worshiped nature and their ancestors, he built churches and ordained priests. St. Patrick died on March 17^th around 461-493 CE. So, take your green beer and celebrate the accomplishments of St. Patrick. Happy St. Patty’s Day.