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Pope Saint Celestine I consecrated Maewyn Succat as a bishop, changed his name to Patricius (Patrick) and sent him to Ireland as a missionary.

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Which pope sent St. Patrick to Ireland to convert the Irish people to Christianity?

Pope Celestine sent St. Patrick to Ireland.


Did St. Patrick discover Ireland?

No. St. Patrick is famous for converting the people of Ireland to Christianity.


Who did St. Patrick convert to Christianity?

He converted the pagan Druids of Ireland to Catholicism.


Why do Irish people honor St. Patrick?

Saint Patrick was a Christian missionary who brought Christianity to Ireland.


Did Saint Patrick stay in Ireland?

He initially spent about 6 years in Ireland as a slave. He then left, but came back as a missionary to convert Irish people to Christianity and spent the rest of his life in Ireland and is buried in Ireland.


What did Saint Patrick return to Ireland as?

He returned as a bishop to teach the people of Ireland about Christianity.


Why does the Church admire Saint Patrick?

The Church admires Saint Patrick for his role in spreading Christianity throughout Ireland, his dedication to missionary work, and his ability to convert many people to Christianity. He is also revered for his missionary efforts in spreading the Gospel and his strength in facing challenges and opposition.


Why do we have St Patrick's day?

Because the patron Saint Patrick was rumoured to have brought Christianity to Irish people


Why do we celerbrate Saint Patrick's Day?

It is Ireland's national holiday. Wherever there are Irish people, it is celebrated. It commemorates St. Patrick, Ireland's patron saint. He brought Christianity to Ireland.


When St. Patrick went back to Ireland what was his mission?

To preach Christianity to the Irish people.


How is Saint Patrick's Day different in Ireland than America?

In Ireland they have big parades to celebrate Saint Patrick, the person who brought Christianity to Irish people.


When did Saint Patrick bring Christianity to Ireland?

It began with St. Patrick and others coming to Ireland in the 5th century to spread Christianity. After that, many monasteries began to be built around Ireland, such as Glendalough and Clonmacnoise. Ireland became a centre of learning and many people came to these places to study and learn. Christianity has continued to develop from then and Ireland now has a long Christian history.