Devotees of St. Brigid are commemorating the 1,500th anniversary of her death on Thursday, the feast day of the so-called matron saint of Ireland, who's been gaining a modern following. Many of the ...

St. Brigid’s Day falls right at that time of year when winter feels like it might last forever. The holidays are behind us, the daylight is slow to return, and the energy around us still feels heavy.

St. Brigid of Kildare, also known as St. Brigid of Ireland, is one of the most revered saints in Irish history and culture. St. Brigid is known for her compassion, her dedication to the poor, and her ...

Through narrow, winding roads with overflowing hedgerows, Faughart appears virtually untouched through the centuries. I came to this ancient village a few months ago to visit St. Brigid’s Shrine.

Your guide to St Brigid celebrations and events across the island of Ireland. February 1 marks the Feast Day of Ireland's female patron saint, St Brigid (or Brigit), famous for her charity and is ...

On March 17, the world celebrates the feast day of St. Patrick, a zealous British bishop of the fifth century who became famous for spreading Christianity in Ireland. Patrick is Ireland’s main patron ...

St. Brigid of Kildare’s shrine in Faughart, County Louth, Ireland. (Photo by RDImages/Epics/ Hulton Archive via Getty Images On March 17, the world celebrates the feast day of St. Patrick, a zealous ...