St. Brigid of Kildare
Irish abbess (c. 451-525), founder of the double monastery of Kildare and one of the three patron saints of Ireland with St. Patrick and St. Columba; her cult, with associated traditions like the Brigid's Cross, has made her name nearly synonymous with the early Irish Church. Feast February 1.
Life & Times
Also known as: Brigit; Bride · Born: c. 451 · Died: 525 · From: Ireland.
Patronage
St. Brigid of Kildare is invoked as the patron of ireland, dairy workers, cattle, poets, blacksmiths, babies, midwives. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“I would like a great lake of beer for the King of Kings; I would like the angels of heaven to be drinking it through time eternal.”— St. Brigid of Kildare (traditionally attributed)
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Brigid of Kildare, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.