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Celebrate the rich spiritual heritage of Ireland with our exquisite collection of medals honoring its beloved patron saint, St. Patrick. Known for his unwavering faith and missionary zeal, St. Patrick transformed Ireland into a beacon of Christianity. Wearing a medal dedicated to him invites his powerful intercession and serves as a daily reminder of faith's transformative power.
About St. Patrick
c. 385 – 461 · Feast March 17 · Bishop / Missionary
Romano-British missionary bishop (c. 385-461), "Apostle of Ireland"; captured at age 16 by Irish raiders, enslaved as a herdsman in Ireland for six years before escaping back to Britain. Returned to Ireland as bishop c. 432 and labored some thirty years for the conversion of the country. Author of the autobiographical "Confessio" and "Letter to Coroticus"—the earliest surviving documents from Christian Ireland. Pre-Congregation.
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Snakes, Engineers, Ireland, Excluded People and Converts.
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