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He came by boat. Initially he was brought as a slave, but later he returned again by boat. It would have been the only way to get to Ireland in the 5th century.
When St. Patrick was only 16 years old he was stolen from his family and brought as a slave to Ireland for a Druid High Priest. There he tended to flocks of sheep and pigs and a deep spiritual faith grew with him during his youth. This would be the first time Patrick would venture to Ireland, however this would not be the journey that led him into Sainthood.
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What did St. Patrick become?
Patrick eventually became a priest, then a bishop and missionary to England and Ireland.
At what age did St. Patrick become a missionary?
St Patrick is said to have started his missionary work in Ireland around the age of 30, after escaping from slavery in his early 20s.
How long was Saint Patrick a missionary in Ireland?
St. Patrick worked as a missionary in Ireland for about 33 years.
What was St. Patrick's job?
St. Patrick was a missionary and bishop in Ireland.
What was St. Patrick's profession in Ireland?
Patrick was a Catholic bishop and missionary when he returned to Ireland.
What work did St. Patrick do in Ireland as a slave?
Patrick was a missionary and bishop.
Why do Irish people honor St. Patrick?
Saint Patrick was a Christian missionary who brought Christianity to Ireland.
Which pope sent St. Patrick as a missionary?
Pope Celestine sent St. Patrick to England and Ireland.
Was St. Patrick a missionary or monk?
St. Patrick was a missionary who is known for bringing Christianity to Ireland. He was not a monk, but a bishop who played a significant role in converting the Irish to Christianity in the 5th century.
How long was St. Patrick a missionary?
St. Patrick is believed to have been a missionary in Ireland for about 30 years, spreading Christianity and establishing churches. He is credited with converting many Irish people to Christianity during his time as a missionary.
Who was the most famous Christian missionary who came to Ireland?
St. Patrick
Why did St. Patrick return to Ireland 21 years later?
Pope Celestine I asked Patrick to return to Ireland as a missionary and bishop.
