{"product_id":"the-spiritual-journey-of-st-patrick-9781788126274","title":"The Spiritual Journey of St Patrick","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSt. Patrick is Ireland's most famous ambassador, but his writings and spirituality have been neglected. Aidan Larkin SCC's \"The Spiritual Journey of St. Patrick\" brings the academic rediscovery of Patrick to a lay audience, arguing for recognizing and engaging with his spiritual legacy to the Church. Larkin encourages us to reframe Patrick as a religious thinker in dialogue with the Church's past and future, restoring his voice to speak to us in this synodal moment. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 176 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 27 February 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Messenger Publications\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSt. Patrick, the iconic figure of Ireland, is celebrated by millions each year, yet there remains a limited understanding of his spirituality, mission, and vocation. While his association with snakes is well-known, his own writings have survived, and the connection between him and the Church Fathers is often overlooked. Ironically, his widespread popularity and association with Irish immigrants have overshadowed his significant contribution to the Church. In his book, \"The Spiritual Journey of St. Patrick,\" Aidan Larkin SCC presents a compelling argument for recognizing and engaging with St. Patrick's spiritual legacy. Larkin highlights the rich references to the Church Fathers in St. Patrick's writings, urging readers to reimagine him as a religious thinker in dialogue with the Church's past and future.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSt. Patrick's vocation took him to Ireland, and the Irish then brought him to the world. \"The Spiritual Journey of St. Patrick\" tells this remarkable story within the context of Christian history, restoring St. Patrick's voice and allowing him to speak to us today. In this synodal moment in the life of the Church, St. Patrick's insights and teachings offer valuable guidance and inspiration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough his writings and spirituality, St. Patrick continues to inspire and influence people around the globe, reminding us of the universal call to holiness and service. His legacy serves as a reminder that our faith is not confined to a particular time or place but is relevant and applicable to all generations. By engaging with St. Patrick's writings and spirituality, we can deepen our understanding of our faith and our place in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 160g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 139 x 208 x 12 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781788126274\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aidan Larkin","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44377854345466,"sku":"9781788126274","price":9.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_fe1d0a79-d49a-4303-90a4-8092dcfb75c5.jpg?v=1690189772","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-spiritual-journey-of-st-patrick-9781788126274","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}