St. Patrick, The Shepherd

St. Patrick, a Non-Irish Shepherd

Did you know that St. Patrick was not Irish!?

A son to a Roman officer stationed in Britain, St. Patrick was kidnapped by Irish pirates when he was 16 yrs. old.

During this time of captivity in Ireland, he tended to sheep for 6 years.

In this place of suffering, and tending to the weakest prey animal, he drew near to God in his weakest point.

Sheep herding was considered the lowest of peasantry work.

A cautious shepherd had to fend off danger, lead the flock to new pastures, and provide water daily.

A good shepherd does not let one lamb wander off alone.

Our, Good Shepherd, Jesus left the 99 and found St. Patrick while tending to his flock.

In our weakness and humility, Our Good Shepherd takes care of us, He sees us. El Roi.

Celebrating St. Patrick

To honor St. Patrick and to celebrate his life, my husband and I are having soda bread and lamb stew for dinner.

I experienced shepherding with the lamb we are now eating.

Personally, it has been such a wonderful experience raising lamb for meat 🥩.

Shamrock ☘️ Meaning

Eventually, Patrick escaped his enslavement and found freedom again.

However, he returned to Ireland after hearing the voices of the land calling him back.

St. Patrick preached the Gospel to many native Irish people practicing pagan rituals.

He brought the Good News to Ireland for 29 years (432 to 461).

The Shamrock is notorious for representing St. Patrick.

The symbolism behind a three-leaf clover is that it represents the Trinity.

St. Patrick used this symbolism to help spread the gospel of The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit.