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Who was St. Patrick? The Facts About St. Patrick's LIfe“Who was St. Patrick?” There are many legends about him, including one that he banished all snakes from Ireland. Here are the facts about St. Patrick’s life.
Pittsburgh Parishes: St. Patrick ChurchThe oldest Catholic parish in Pittsburgh shows the rise and fall of the steel city. Will it rise again with the renewed interest in Pittsburgh?- Who is St. Patrick?Read about the story behind St. Patrick's Day.
St. Patrick's Day's Origins in ChristianityNow a secular Irish holiday, celebrated in many countries of the world, St. Patrick's Day began as a Catholic holiday. It was named after Saint Patrick.- St. Patrick's DayHow did St. Patrick's Day originate and what have we turned it into?
- A Brief History: Who was St. PatrickSt. Patrick's Day is a holiday we celebrate every year on March 17th, but why do we celebrate it? And who was St. Patrick anyway?
- St Patrick's Day in AmericaThis article explains why St. Patrick's Day is so well known and so widely celebrated.
- St. Patrick's Day: A Brief History and TraditionsEach and every year we celebrate St. Patrick's Day on March 17th and along with the celebrating of St. Patrick come traditions and customs of the holiday.
Best Movies About St. Patrick and Irish History in AmericaMention St. Patrick's Day and shamrocks, leprechauns, green beer leap to mind. Ireland, especially the Irish in America and St. Patrick are steeped in rich history and tradition. Here is a movie guide that explores Patrick and the Irish in America.- All About St. Patrick's DayDid you ever wonder where all the little traditions that go with St. Patrick's Day come from? Here is a short description of St. Patrick's Day icons.
- The Origin of St. Patrick's DaySt. Patrick's Day has spread to large partis of the globe, spanning the United Kingdom, America, Canada, Australia, Japan and even Russia. However, how this holiday began and just who St. Patrick was are still rather vague.
Biggest St. Patrick's Day MythsEvery year on March 17th, over 36 million Irish-Americans celebrate the patron Saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick. We've all heard how Saint Patrick brought Christianity to Ireland, while also managing to drive out the snakes. But, is that the real story?
Events at the 2011 St. Patrick's Festival in Dublin, IrelandDublin, Ireland hosts one of the biggest St. Patrick's Festival. This overview walks you through some key events such as the annual parade, Skyfest, music concert by Sharon Shannon and the Dearc 150 art exhibition.
St. Patrick's JawboneA short story about a relic from a famous saint.- St. Patricks Walks Down Memory LaneSometimes your most memorable moments are not good. St. Pattys day brings out a lot of anger and hostility in strangers. And how they react to your words, you just never know.
Raise a Glass to St. Patrick: Palm Beach Irish Pubs Offer Food, Drink and FunIreland's patron saint spent his life in the early Catholic Church, and supposedly performed several miracles, including ridding the Emerald Isle of snakes. But you don't have to work that hard to enjoy a celebration on the day set aside in his honor.- St. Patrick and the EngineersA brief recount of my first St. Patrick's Day as a young adult in a Missouri college town where engineering students have been organizing parades for more than a century
St. Patrick's Day in the ClassroomDecorating your classroom green for St. Patrick's Day? Maybe you'd like to try blue instead! Facts and myths about St. Paddy's Day for the classroom teacher or homeschooler.- Quick Guide to St. Patrick's Festivities in GeorgiaCead Mile Failte (One Hundred Thousand Welcomes)! You don't have to be Irish or Ireland to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. You can experience the religious and cultural aspects of this Irish celebration in Georgia particularly in Atlanta and Savannah.
St Patrick Parade in MontrealMontreal is home to the oldest and largest St Patrick parade in all of Canada. Join the city each March for a celebration of one of its largest and most influential ethnic groups.- Baby Girls Names Inspired by St. Patrick's DayIf you're expecting a new arrival this March, why not consider these baby girls' names inspired by St. Patrick's Day.
Who was St. Patrick and Why Do We Celebrate Him?St. Patrick was about more than just wearing green and drinking green beer and driving out snakes. History remembers St. Patrick as a missionary whose influence is still felt throughout the world.
St. Patrick, Ireland, and the Catholic ChurchSt. Patricks Day has gone from being a Catholic holiday to a reason for people to show their Irish pride and drink green beer.
St. Patrick's Day is One of My Favorite DaysI have a particular fondness for St. Patrick's Day. Mostly because my Grandma Emma was Irish and she always loved to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.- St.Patrick's DaySt.Patrick's day, on 17th March, is special to Ireland, but it is celebrated in interesting ways in other countries too.
About Saint PatrickA short biography of the life of St. Patrick and his mission to drive paganism from Ireland.
St. Patrick's Day Family Prayer: A Short Table Blessing for CatholicsGo ahead, wear the green! But mind you: Don't forget to ask St. Patrick's intercession for your family by making St. Patrick's Day Family Prayer a part of your family's celebration.
St. Patrick's Holy Fire: A St. Patrick's Day Story You've Not Heard BeforeForget the snake story. St. Patrick's Holy Fire is the real story which illustrates the greatness of this remarkable saint.- Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in New YorkNew York has a number of great St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Listed here are ones you should attend.
- Who in the World was St. Patrick?St. Patrick is considered to be a patron saint of Ireland, along with Sts. Brigid of Kildare and St. Columba.
St. Patrick's DayWho was this man whose life is now celebrated the world over on the day of his death? Learn more...- St. Patrick's Day Decorations Decorating Party IdeasIn this article you will learn how to make St. Patrick's Day beer mug luminaries. In addition, you get to read a little about St. Patrick.
- St Patrick's Pet DogNot only is this the best St. Patrick's day limerick of the year, it is the best St. Patrick's day limerick of ALL TIME. It's better than pie.
St.Patrick's Day Kids CraftsSt. Patrick kids crafts can be more creative than leprechauns and shamrocks. These are 3 Irish crafts for St. Patrick's Day with a wee bit of music, commerce and history.- Celebrating St. Patrick's Day - Not!In an Irish Catholic neighborhood during the fifties, St. Patrick's day celebrations were almost mandatory. The nuns expected everyone to participate. One little girl didn't.
DIY St. Patrick Decorations with Beer Bottle CraftsDIY St. Patrick decorations can show off your beer bottle crafts. These are 4 ideas for St. Patrick's Day beer bottle crafts.- Chicago South Side Irish Parade Replaced by Family EventsWhile there will be no South Side Parade for St. Patrick's Day, there is an informal movement for people to commemorate the tradition by dropping in for a pub crawl.
- Cheap Dollar Store St. Patrick Gifts Now AvailableFor families watching their budgets, here's where to find cheap $1 dollar store St. Patrick's gifts for friends, co-workers, and relatives.
The Best St. Patrick's Day Irish StoutsThis article is a guide to finding the best Irish stout.- After 25 Years, Father John Kauta Bids Farewell to His Parishioners at St. Patrick's Church in Bedford, New YorkBeloved Pastor leaves mark on St. Patrick's Church in Bedford, New York before being reassigned back to Africa.
