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Who Is St. Patrick? St. Patrick is the Apostle of Ireland, born in Kilpatrick, near Dumbarton, Scotland in the year 387. His given name was Maewyn Succat. He took his name Patrick or Patricus, after he became a priest many years later in Gaul. At 16, St. Patrick, a native of Briton was was taken into captivity by Irish marauders & sold as a slave. For six years he tended his master's flocks in the valley of the Braid and on the slopes of Slemish. He prayed as many as a hundred prayers day and night. In the six years of Patrick's captivity it became a remote preparation for his future apostolate. Admonished by an angel he fled from his cruel master. Patrick put himself under St. Germains guidance for twelve years, and it was at that great bishops hands that Irelands future apostle was a few years later promoted to the priesthood. He became aware that his calling was to convert the pagans to Christianity. It was St. Germain, Bishop of Auxerre, who commended Patrick to the pope. He Patrick was about sixty years old he was appointed as second bishop to Ireland. Because Patrick was successful at winning converts he was arrested several times, escaping each time. He establishing monasteries, churches & schools across the country. His Mission in Ireland lasted thirty years. The shamrock was used by St. Patrick to explain the holy trinity (father, son, holy spirit). Patrick on his return journey from Rome to the neighboring city of Turin received episcopal consecration at the hands of its great bishop, St Maximus. It is sometimes supposed that St. Patrick's apostolate in Ireland was an unbroken series of peaceful triumphs, and yet it was quite the reverse. St. Patrick, having completed his triumph over Paganism, and gathered Ireland into the fold of Christ, prepared for the summons to his reward. St. Patrick died at Saul, Downpatrick, Ireland on 17 March, 493. His remains were wrapped in the shroud woven by St. Brigid's own hands. Some of the ancient Lives record that for several days the light of heaven shone around his bier.
History of St. Patricks Day St. Patrick is believed to have driven the snakes out of Ireland & is one of Christianity's most widely known figures. The holiday is based on the anniversay of St. Patricks death. Irish immigrants in the United States began observing the holiday in Boston in the year 1737. The first parade was held in New York City in 1766. Irish soldiers in the English army marched along with music to reconnect with their Irish heritage. Over 100 U.S. cities now hold Saint Patrick's Day parades. St. Patrick's Day is a religious holiday celebrated on March 17th. It is celebrated by people of all backgrounds in the United States and many other countries. From the shamrock to the leprechaun, Irish folkores include wearing green and pinching anyone who doesn't wear it. It is celebrated by eatting Irish foods such as corn beef, cabbage & potatoes. In the mid 19th century Irish immigrants began pouring into America when the great potato famine hit Ireland in 1845. In America the Irish were considered middle class because they were poor & uneducated. They were also dispised for their religious beliefs & funny accents. Finding any sort of job was not easy. When the Irish were depicted in newspapers they were portayed as drunken violent monkees. Eventually, St. Patrick's Day parades became a show of strength for Irish Americans. Political power had yet to be exploited. Their voting block, called the green machine, became an important swing vote for political candidates. A proud moment for many Irish ancestors who had to fight for acceptance in America, was in 1948 when President Truman attended New York City's St. Patrick's Day parade. In modern day Ireland up until the 1970s St. Patricks Day was traditionally a religious holiday. It was law that pubs be closed. In 1995, the government changed this to attract tourist attention. Many people visit a multi-day Festival in Dublin. The St. Patrick's celebration features parades, concerts, outdoor theater, & fireworks.
~ Oh Danny Boy ~ O Danny Boy, the pipes, the pipes are calling From glen to glen, and down the mountain side. The summer's gone and all the roses falling; It's you, it's you must go and I must bide. But come ye back when summer's in the meadow, Or when the valley's hushed and white with snow. And I'll be here in sunshine or in shadow; Oh Danny Boy, oh Danny Boy, I love you so! But when ye come, and all the flow'rs are dying, And I am dead, as dead I well may be. Ye'll come and find the place where I am lying, And kneel and say an Ave there for me. And I shall hear, though soft you tread above me; And all my grace will warmer, sweeter be, For you will bend and tell me that you love me; And I shall sleep in peace until you come to me! Oh danny boy I love you so!
~ Irish Blessings ~ An Old Irish Blessing May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind always be at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand. *** Bless This House Bless this house, o Lord, we pray. Make it safe by night and day. Bless these walls so firm and stout, Keeping want and trouble out. Bless the roof and chimney tall, Let thy peace lie over all. Bless the doors that they may prove Ever open to joy and love. Bless the windows shining bright, Letting in God's heavenly light. Bless the hearth a-blazing there, With smoke ascending like a prayer. Bless the people here within... Keep them pure and free from sin. Bless us all, that one day, we May be fit, O lord, to dwell with Thee. *** May the good saints protect you And bless you today And may troubles ignore you Each step of the way *** May you be half an hour in Heaven Before the Devil knows you’re dead. *** For each petal on the shamrock this brings a wish your way. Good health, good luck, and happiness for today and every day. *** May St. Patrick guard you wherever you go, and guide you in whatever you do and may his loving protection be a blessing to you always.
~ Irish Recipes ~ IRISH COFFEE 60 ml of Irish Whiskey 1 teaspoon of brown sugar Freshly made strong black coffee Double cream freshly whipped to peak Gently warm an Irish Whiskey/Coffee glass in hot water. Pour whiskey and sugar into the glass and stir. Add the fresh made coffee filling the glass to within half an inch or so of the top. Pour the cream onto the top of the mixture gently using the back of a spoon to prevent splashing. Do not stir. *** Corned Beef and Cabbage From the Appletree Press title: A Little Irish Cookbook. Corned beef is brisket, topside or silverside which has been pickled in brine. It is especially popular around Dublin. It is best to soak a joint overnight to remove excess salt. 5 lb/ 2 kg joint of corned beef 1 large cabbage bay leaf 2 large onions cold water to cover 2 large carrots ground black pepper 4 potatoes Quarter the cabbage and put aside. Peel and slice the other vegetables. Cover the meat with the water and bring to the boil. Skim the surface, add the vegetables (except the cabbage), the bay leaf and the pepper and simmer gently for 20 minutes. Add the cabbage and cook for a further 30 minutes. Serve the meat surrounded by the vegetables with additional mashed potatoes. (serves four to six) *** Potato Cakes ~ Boxty Serves 6 1/2 lb Raw potato 1/2 lb Mashed potato 1/2 lb Plain flour Milk 1 Egg Salt & pepper to taste Grate raw potatoes and mix them with the cooked mashed potatoes. Add salt, pepper and flour. Beat the egg and add to mixture with just enough milk to make a batter that will drop from a spoon. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a hot griddle or frying pan. Cook over a moderate heat for 3-4 minutes on each side. Serve with a tart apple sauce, or as part of an Breakfast Fry, with fried bacon, fried sausage, fried eggs, fried black pudding, fried bread, fried soda bread, etc. *** Wild Irish Rose 2 oz Irish whisky 3/4 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz grenadine syrup 2 oz soda water Serve in an old-fashioned glass three-quarters filled with broken ice. ***** Leprechaun 2 oz Irish whiskytonic water 1 twist lemon peel Pour whiskey over ice in a chilled old-fashioned glass. Top with tonic water and stir gently. Drop in a twist of lemon, and serve.
~ Irish Toasts ~ May your glass be ever full. May the roof over your head be always strong. And may you be in heaven half an hour before the devil knows you're dead. *** Here's to me, and here's to you, And here's to love and laughter- I'll be true as long as you, And not one moment after.
~ St. Patties Day Links ~ Parades, Pubs, Associations etc. Black Dogs Fund and Games St Patricks Day Parade, NYC
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