Through the Year with the Irish Saints

This beautiful devotional book by Stella Durand consists of a series of fascinating biographical accounts of Irish saints for each day of the year and is interspersed with short reflections designed to prompt the reader to consider how these venerated figures can shape the spiritual lives of the faithful today. The intention has been to be as historically accurate as possible but also to reflect on the inner meaning of some stories and legends that have grown up around particular saints, with a view to exploring their spiritual value for a contemporary audience. In addition to the universally recognised patron saints Patrick, Brigid and Columba, the reader will be inspired by the stories of hundreds of extraordinary Irish men and women across the centuries whose heroism and streadfast faith will inspire, guide and encourage Christians on their pilgrim path today.