We take a brief biographical look at St. Patrick (and the legends surrounding him) in honor of St. Patrick's Day.

Outline

Early Years

Born in England
Kidnapped at 16, sold as a slave
Escaped 6 years later

Missionary to Ireland

Called back to Ireland as a missionary after escaping
Succeeded where previous missionary, Palladius, had not

Impact

Converted thousands of people, from the lowest slaves to princes and noblewomen
Went toe-to-toe with Irish warlords and druids
Revolutionized Ireland for Christ

Sources

Confession of St. Patrick by St. Patrick
Origins of Celtic Christianity: St. Patrick by Gregg Strawbridge
St. Patrick's Breastplate by Gregg Strawbridge
St. Patrick's Contest with the Druids