heart of all I meet today. Keep joy within, keep bitterness out; Night prayers Domine, Domine, exaudi me, [O Lord, O Lord, hear me,] A shorter Litany on the Name of Jesus is found at, Translate | Traducir | bersetzen | | Traduire | | | | | A Collection of Prayers (Web Translator), Follow A Collection of Prayers on WordPress.com, Now and Forever: New Collects for Modern Lectionaries, "God Be in My Head" Prayers from Old Sarum, "Through Your Mercy, O Our God" Prayers from the Mozarabic Church (Revised and Translated), The Antiphonary of Bangor and The Divine Offices of Bangor, Prayers from the Evangelical-Lutheran Heritage, Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Christ, have mercy. In meum cor, ut sanum sit. we are hurting. In meum cor, ut sanum sit, but not what we have done. Please God let us always remember, CatholicIreland.net 2023. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: Spare us, Lord Jesus. may the presence of the Holy Spirit be on my head, Jesus, meek and humble of heart, have mercy on us. Source of this version: Prayers from the Ancient Celtic Church, 2018, Paul C. Stratman, Oremus, fratres, dominum deum nostrum pro fratre nostro.n. Shepherd-King walk beside me. Have mercy on those who call to you. O noble King, give your love quickly, The New Ancient Collects. because you are the Good Shepherd. Christ behind me, Christ before me, Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: Have mercy on us, Lord Jesus. We pray Lord you will forgive us for our pettiness, INTERCESSION PRAYER - No. and leave whateer the future holds this day, this night, The miscellany provides prayers and thoughts for various times of the day, as well as reflections for important times of the year. may it be to your own glory, May we live in the reality of Gods kingdom entering into our lives Keep joy within, keep bitterness out; for your Resurrection power. Give me the peace that only you can grant. in our living, be guiding us, O great God, aid my soul Leading intercessions in public worship is a wonderful ministry in which to share. For patience Source: Lorica of St. Fursa (Fursey), 7th Century. Let us feel you in the wind and taste you in the salt spray of the sea. may the smell of the Holy Spirit be in my nose, that they may evermore shine in your temple, Ar clawr eluyd y gystedlyd ny ryanet.Teir person duw. - From the Carmina Gadelica - Submitted by Doug. Jesus, Brightness of eternal light, Circle, O Holy Spirit, those who work for peace, From your wrath, Unplanned prayers happen when there is a necessity for them. For Gods assurance Keep hope within, keep despair out; The peace of the sea be upon you Father I ask that you comfort those in need, in danger of violence, persecution and turmoil. The Book of Cerne ( Wikipedia ) is an illuminated manuscript, similar in artistic style to the Book of Kells, containing the Gospels, prayers, hymns, and other liturgical materials. Christ around me, Their content is completely discrete. Here are some characteristics in the Breastplate that are common in many Celtic Christian prayers: he Book of Kells (Wikipedia) is probably the greatest treasure of the Irish church and of Celtic Christianity. Loving Shepherd, you lead us God in my waking, If you look at all the people God has ever called: Moses, Abraham, Noah, Jonah, Paul, all of them were less than perfect but they had something God needed, faithfulness, determination, grit. who are bent on evil deeds. Prayer of Intercession for Father's Day Prayer response to violence, 1 John 4:20 Prayer to be part of God's story Australia Prayers arising from Amos 7 Ana Gobledale, UK Prayers for a people and nation, Luke 9:51-62 Tyler Reeve, USA Prayers for our world Loren McGrail, USA Prayers for Our World, opening words - Thandiwe Dale-Ferguson, USA Like tongues of fire it has renewed and restored. may the serving of God and my neighbor be in my feet, and waken us to face each day, each night. http://www.ancienttexts.org/library/celtic/ctexts/t27w.html andhttp://www.maryjones.us/ctexts/t27w.html, The Evangelist Mark, from the Book of Dimma, Let us pray, brothers, to the Lord our God for our brother _____, who now suffers under severe hardships, that the goodness of the Lord may heal him with heavenly medicine. that others may be drawn to the light of Christ. lead us, in our grief and in our sorrow, Prayers during the day Today my prayer offering is a Celtic poem that reminds us to stop and see the world around us, To see the creator in all that we encounter. Please contact for permission for any commercial use. I have seen the sun break through Prayer #6 is also found in Gelasian sources. Less harsh in my judgement of others Amen. The Celtic people lived close to land and they cherished it as a gift from G-d. You refresh us and let us rest Keep light within, keep darkness out. So St. Patrick doesnt mind, well even if he does, I think an addition is in order, perhaps something like this: Christ in the heart of the wounded, through your labors, in the silent hours of darkness. Lord, have mercy. For creativity/ openness to God based on Exodus 3:1-15, Romans 12:19-21, Matthew 16:21-28 Gracious God, In love You created us, and in love You sustain us, day after day. Shaper of heaven and earth, Hear our prayers for your servant _____, who is suffering from bodily sickness. Now I like that old hymn but I also know that God isnt going to answer my prayers in any way I expect. Celtic-style prayers Archives - Nick Fawcett (devotional and reflective writer) Category: Celtic-style prayers Welcoming Christ 27 December 2021 Advent, Christmas and Epiphany, Celtic-style prayers, Personal prayer From my forthcoming book Still, Still with Thee, a prayer through which we welcome Christ afresh into our hearts. even as I clothe my body with wool, The Celtic Church developed a special type of protection prayer, the Caim Prayer or Circle Prayer, it is where we get the word "Calm" from as praying this prayer would banish the storm and create calm. It is a lovely prayer in which to hold in our hearts those in need of comfort and support, and for those who lay upon on hearts. Lord, graciously hear us. Christ our King. Please be with those who don't know you as Lord and Saviour. For the Church Pauls prayer to the readers of the Letter to the Ephesians is an intercessory or petition prayer to the Holy Spirit, offered by Paul on behalf of the believers of Ephesus. How do I know this well? These Celtic people have stretched . We pray for your world-wide church, asking especially for your blessing as countless of your people continue to find new ways to worship in the current emergency and work out how they can safely re-open premises. revitalise us with your power. They saw the creator in every plant and animal and rock. of the lit bush, to a brightness For those victims of violence and injustice. Jesus, Joy of angels, you turn darkness into light with the radiance you guide us, Keep generosity within, keep greed out; At the same time, Alexander Carmichael was collecting Christian prayers, poems and even some pagan spells from Gaelic speaking people in Scotland. picture intercessions This works in a similar way to the Eucharistic Prayer pictures, but this time select some images that reflect themes or items that are often featured in the intercessions. that will kindle our lamps but not extinguish them, When praying the prayer of intercession, a person asks and meditates on God not so much for himself but especially for others. As I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, May we rejoice in the wonder of Gods eternal presence With the voices of all the brothers and sisters. The Three Who are in the great pouring sea. Christ under me; Christ over me; Christ beside me on my left and my right. Send your peace to sooth me, in the name of Jesus Christ your Son our God, He words have stuck with me to this day: God doesnt give things we want, God gives us the things we need. The whole exercise may take no longer than one minute to re-member yourself to the Holy Spirit. Let the mountains echo with the joyful sound, Let us pray. in our travelling and our staying. It is called the Caim, the encircling prayer, a form of prayer used by early Celtic Christians. Do shearc dom sonn, do shearc dom thall, may the sight of the company of heaven be in my eyes, Keep light within, keep darkness out. We seem to be in another Celtic revival. John Bell is one of my favorite composers and lyricists. Let them confess you as their personal Lord . May all that we do deepen our awareness of God and protect us with your presence; They saw the grace of G-d in rain and snow, the roar of the sea and in the breath of spring air. The love of the sea be yours and is then lifted by the gentle rays of the rising sun, I pray, not daring to ask what I am not worthy to receive. The peace of the earth be upon you keep us, Be with those who suffer pain efore Christian missionaries came to the Ireland, the Irish Celts were polytheistic (many gods) and animistic (belief of spirits in everything, people, plants, animals, trees, etc. who toss and turn in sleeplessness, We should be open to what the Holy Spirit is saying to us through God's Word during times of intercession. He was interested in the prayer and poetry from the Celtic folk traditions, and his work is published in the volumes of Carmina Gadelica. 3. Help us to forgive Wherever we are, we can find opportunities to stand with people, and identify with their needs and hopes. Forgive the sins of this man who has turned to you with all his heart, and give him the grace of eternal life; through our Lord. Jesus, our Refuge, (Sometimes called the Hallstatt Culture.). Deus meus adiuva me In the name of the Sacred Three, the Father Son, and Holy Spirit, Amen. Jesus, the mighty God, In the great tradition of Celtic prayers these are very much prayers and reflections from the ordinary daily round and from the home. that will enlighten our darkness, Advent who drink from the chalice of grief this night. 64 shares. Manam bheith ln de dghr, a Dh, May the everlasting music of the wave lull you to rest.. and from wanting to run ahead Christ in everything the blue iris, it could be Grant us refreshing sleep through your death and burial, Then, his prayers led him to action to rebuild the city. Bless us with the knowledge of your ways. And help us to remember and follow your Son, our Savior, There are accounts of Patrick baptizing thousands of people, ordaining priests and setting up Christian communities in Ireland. and go before us, guiding us. From beginning to end for the challenges of a new day, th It was often prayed in by 'drawing' a circle around oneself as you prayed, at every 90 degree turn. O noble King, give your love quickly, All Saints Pentecost Help them to learn compassion and leave hard-heartedness behind; Who never forsakes, that we may encourage those without hope, may the work of the church of God be in my hands, Surround, enfold, revitalise us For world peace, Part Three Fill my heart, 0 Lord, with song In all we are allowed to share in the daily experiences that lead Jenny to be aware of her God. When this world and its troubles, G-d is here, now, with me, with you, with us all. Jesus most lovable, The love of the sky be yours Like a fair breeze from the south, Your words they comfort me. Prayers of Intercession The prayers at our Sunday Eucharist usually include these concerns and may follow this sequence: The Church of Christ, our local church, and Diocese Creation, human society, the Sovereign and those in authority The local community, our families, friends, and neighbours. Inspired by Lindisfarne, Part Four: Prayers throughout the year Our Shepherd and our Teacher, Richard Schiffman, in a 2012 post on the religious page of Huffington Post[1], makes the case that those who pray are healthier. mab gwen meirgwas. God in my resting, The words of John Bell speak to those doubts, telling me God isnt looking for perfection. How I pray may not work for you but I am sure you will find what works best for you. from the stress of daily life, I pray that, knowing that while my prayers may be heard by the Spirit there is little hope of them being answered unless we all of us, hear that prayer and yell ENOUGH! The killing will not stop until we, the people, say we have had our fill of guns in the hands of the mentally ill, of the glorifying war and banditry to entice our children into these acts as play, and of having our children shot, bombed, starved, and abused all for the glory of some pathetic so called religious or political despot. Keep truth within, keep falsehood out; Be merciful to us: Hear us, O Jesus. upon you and all of G-ds creation. This Week's Intercessions | St Christopher's Church, Hinchley Wood This Week's Intercessions FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT - 18th December 2022 In the power of the Spirit and in union with Christ, let us pray to the Father. Legend says that he had a vision of a man urging him to return to Ireland to bring the gospel. God is here and everywhere, residing in all things as their deepest reality. It is the turning May he who has given the soul, also preserve it; through our Lord. Shepherd-King raise me. Hanc spero rem et quaero quam, you save us, we give thanks for energy and enthusiasm, 460) until the Synod of Whitby in 664, the Celtic church was independent of the church of Rome but did not see itself as separate from it. weeds in a vacant lot, or a few The Three Who are above me yonder; guard me while I sleep. Christian missionaries came into Britain after Christianity was decreed a religio licita, a legal religion, and also the religion of the Roman Empire, with a peak of missionary activity in the fifth century. In the name of Christ. Bring us to you with your unconditional love. Keep hope within, keep despair out; Thank you, Father, that you are Love and that all good gifts come from you. you illuminate the night vn mab adwyn terwyn trinet.Mab yr dwydit. like a candle in the wind It was a way to surround oneself with God's protection and blessing and remove any evil. Keep strength within, keep weariness out; There are now many books on Celtic prayer and Celtic spirituality. God in my dying. They make me long each day, For everlasting justice and peace. Circle, O Holy Spirit, (offer name[s]), Psalm 122:6 For the Celtic Christian their religious life and their everyday life were tightly bound together. Keep strength within, keep weariness out; encircle me with your presence. In praise I come before your sight, O Lord, of great price, the one field that had We pray firstly for those closest to us, our immediate family and closest friends - for their health, needs, joys and fears. Death comes silently Christ beside me, Christ to win me, of our joys and sorrows, So this morning I offer these words of John Bells for you to chant during the week, to remind you that love, caring, compassion, justice, mercy dont come with perfection they come in the packages they are in, you and I. Jesus, graciously hear us. Tabhair dom do shearch,a Mhic ghil D Prayers for our Church and loved ones. Rob mainrechta Dforsind[f]ormna-sa, Reflected glory Caring for others So you calm our fears and anxieties Encouraging further reflection, they leave the issues and concerns covered fresh in the mind long after the words have first been read or heard, helping to challenge, move and inspire. Since you are the maker, in love do your work for this person you have fashioned; through our Lord. [1], Ruth Jewell, February 18, 2014 Lighten our darkness this night,O God You see I often wonder if I am worthy of the tasks God asks of me. Jesus, Splendor of the Father, we give thanks for those who have died They are prayers to inspire us to use our own words and to bring our hopes and our fears openly before our God. Celtic prayers & reflections - Jenny Child 10 June, 2012 In this book, Jenny Child offers an insightful collection of prayers, inspired by her visits to the holy isle of Lindisfarne. This is what I would add, and maybe you would add something else. Creator and King of all Creation, entirely in your hands. Prayers of the people (intercession) on Sin, organized by topic to help you quickly find beautiful prayers that fit the theme of your worship service. [3], Deum in cuius manu tam alitus uiuentis quam uitamorientis, fratres dilectissimi, deprecemur, ut corporis huiusinfirmitatem sanet et animae salutem prestet; ut quod permeritum non meretur, misericordiae gratia consequatur, orantibus nobis, perdominum. Here is; It doesnt have to be The primary principle of intercession is simply to tell God what He tells us to tell Him as the means of releasing His power. As you prepare breakfast give thanks for the abundance God has graced you with and offer gratitude for the opportunity to share it with your family or friends. And by your wounds, may we find healing. We can no longer be silent - where there is need, there is a task for us. Come Holy Spirit, direct the rulers of the world. for unrealised potential. Jesus, King of glory, Before you go to sleep offer a prayer of thanks for a day spent with the Spirit and if there are difficulties during the day (I mean who doesnt have those rough spots) ask for guidance for the coming day. Bless me as I journey on, Tu enim scis domine omnia quae agunturin nobis erubescimus confitere quod per nos non timemusconmittere . This prayer strikes a deep cord within me today because I am often asked if praying for others is actually beneficial or just words. Jesus, Master of apostles, A new day Often, the traditional prayers from remote locations contain a mix of Christian and pagan thoughts! Yesterday seemed like a perfect day to read poetry. . Lord of the noonday, Jesus, Son of the virgin Mary, have mercy on us. Domine da quod peto a te. Keep wisdom within, keep folly out; Keep wisdom within, keep folly out; As I eat, energise me, This lorica (breastplate) prayer is called Alexanders Breastplate because it is between two poems about Alexander the Great in the WelshBook of Taliesin. Prayers from the Ancient Celtic Church. Before you even rise from your nights sleep, thank God for a restful night and a new day to be in the presence of the Holy. He tells us what to pray in His Word. He will not let us be lost like orphaned lambs. God of light, Please Holy One give me rest and repose, For your love for us, strong and challenging, which has called us to risk for you, asked for the best in us, and shown us how to serve; We give you thanks. you uplift us, rob lubair eculsa Disna lmaib-sea, give your light to our lamps, From neglect of your holy inspirations, Lord Jesus, deliver us. and cover me with your protecting wings. Prayers for others Canticle Christ, as a light illumine and guide me. prayers of the ancient Celtic People. The Celtic Christians of that time made long lists of things they wanted Gods protection from: the Red Plague, the Yellow Plague, marauders, thieves, nakedness, drought, famine. Print out the images, laminate them, and make them available to families in their pews, or in a children's area if you have one. Keep wholeness within, keep sickness out; Here are a few examples of when you might mentally pause and turn your thoughts to God. As I wander away from you, [2] A poem of Mary Olivers and a prayer collected by Alexander Carmichael struck me as I read them. through your glorious resurrection, Celtic prayers of intercession gw Fiction Writing Liturgies from Lindisfarne is a daily worship book for individuals, new monastic groups and churches. In our intercessions we unite our prayers for the world and its needs with the prayer of Christ himself who 'ever lives to make intercessions for us'. God the Spirit, We may have a quiet refuge in our minds or somewhere real which we can visit. Hanc spero rem et quaero quam, [This thing I hope for, and this is what I ask,] Money Back Guarantee ensures YOU receive the item you ordered or get your money back. in lush green pastures. in your power to direct me, Help us to lie down in peace and sleep, Leader Let us ask God to use our prayerful intentions for the benefit of all who are in this room with us Fill our hearts with your love To behold your presence. 184-87, and New Patterns for Worship, pp. and sense your loving presence. Today I would like to offer Intercessory and Petition Prayers as todays spiritual practice, it is an important one to learn not just for yourself, but for those you carry within your heart. I pray that indifference and apathy, But whatever you add let your words open your heart to both the victim and the one who commits the crime. Deus meus adiuva me, You refresh our bodies with sleep As I fall into pot-holes, In the winter of our lives, When the seasons of our lives are past, [5], O God, you always govern your creatures with tender affection. Great one who created the stars and the vast ocean depths. Shepherd-King surround me. in our working and our resting, Tuum amorem, sicut vis. Keep generosity within, keep greed out; He is rightly called the Apostle to the Irish. He grew up as a Christian in Roman Britain, but as a teenager, he was not serious about his faith. Heavenly Father, we thank You for those who have devoted themselves to intercession for others. or a castle with a moat in our eating and our fasting, in comprehending your mysteries, Enfolding love Help us to commit our unfinished tasks into your hands For forgiveness Give, give quickly, O clear, bright sun, Circle Prayer Based on a Prayer found in the Gethsemane Chapel, from our birth to our death, I have always loved this couplet of St Patricks Breast Plate Prayer. The love of G-d, Christ, and Holy Spirit be yours Ask a different person to read each bold line from their place. that all may see the love of Christ. Be with us, Lord, We have worshiped other gods: money, power, greed, and convenience. Missionaries were sent out, first back to Britain, Wales and Scotland, then to mainland Europe. Fruitful Church Prayer Prince of Peace, thank you that we are never alone, your presence calms the troubled sea of our lives and speaks peace to our soul. The Celtic vision affirms the ubiquity of God's presence. Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 13 Jan. 2017 Paving the way for canonization, Francis signed the decree recognizing Zatti's intercession in the healing of a man in the Philippines . I pray especially for .. Celt is a broad word that covers different peoples in different places and times. From all sin, Christ in hearts of all that love me, Jesus, True Light, and keep us from all that is evil. the shepherds tender care. Jesus Christ is an example of intercessory prayer because he stood in the gap between God and humanity. Jesus, our God, Tuum amorem, sicut vis, Special invocations were made to Christ as King, and to the threefold God, the Holy Trinity. and use our time wisely A Celtic Night Prayer Creator God who upholds me, Send your peace to sooth me, When this world and its troubles, Press hard down upon me. Intercessions for Christmas Day by Mike and Janet Warren - Luke 2. the most holy place may be revealed to us you encourage us to reach our full potential. Jesus, Treasure of the faithful, have mercy on us. He writes music that reaches deep inside of me and calls to me. But always His words are like the sweet water, Ante oculos tuos domine reus conscientiae testis adsisto rogare non audeoquod impetrare nonmerear . But life for the early Celtic Christians was not always simple, peaceful or innocent. Do shearc dom sonn, do shearc dom thall; what we are ashamed of, May the all surrounding presence of The Three be your comforter in times of crises and dance with them when joy rings in heart. Those who have injured us guide us, Jesus, Purity of virgins, Keep peace within, keep turmoil out; Domine, Domine, exaudi me, Help us to rely on you and your word, enrich us, Ephesians 3:16-19 16I pray that, according to the riches of his glory, he may grant that you may be strengthened in your inner being with power through his Spirit, 17and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love. All Rights Reserved. Circle, O God, (name people and places), encircle them with your presence. That is what we are asked to do; it is a small thing but Oh so hard to succeed at. Celtic Circle Prayers. Christ, have mercy. through the rough places of life. by my thoughts may I show people Jesus, From the darkness of night, praesta domine ut qui ex nobis duri cordis uerba non suscipis . Christ in how we live day to day. Hanc spero rem et quaero quam. To remember that every small act of kindness matters. Circle, O God, those who work for peace and Justice in your world, encircle them with your presence. Help us please to understand and to act, Keep love within, keep self-seeking out; Circle, O God, those who have committed acts of violence and justice, encirclethem with your presence. O Lord open our ears It provides many and varied prayers and services for Days of the week. and the sins we were not afraid to commit. Prayer of Blessing your angels surrounding me, parce domine confitentibus ignosce peccantibus . After the Synod of Whitby, the Celtic churches in Ireland, Scotland, Wales and all their missions were ordered to calculate the date of Easter in the Roman manner, and to adopt the Roman tonsure and other worship practices. Domine da quod peto a te, Templegate Publishers, Springfield, Illinois, 1987, We are coming to the end of Lent, a time of quiet reflection. you encompass us with love. Help them find the courage to turn away from evil; However long or short In the waxing and the waning of the moon, Tabhair dom go dian a ghrian ghlan ghl, that they may burn in us and enlighten others. Keep light within, keep darkness out. Prayers in the Celtic tradition, both old and new These prayers come from a variety of sources, and are mainly traditional prayers, some translated from the Gaelic in which they were originally written. preserve us. guard us with your holy angels you enfold us in your love which will never let us go. Circle, O Holy Spirit, (name[s]), I dont always use every one of these prayers at one time sometimes only one or two, but I find that I am less likely to petition God for selfish reasons when I use this prayer. Deus meus adiuva me. the love in my heart, that it may burn we feel your protecting arms around us The book is published by Kevin Mayhew, who specialise in publishing resources for the Christian market. Christ behind me, Jesus, hear us. I arise today I am tired, astray, and stumbling, Shield Thou me from snare and sin. Here are prayers from the heart and the hearth. O God of every gift, Taken from "The Prayers of Moucan", in Celtic Spirituality (Series: Classics of Western Spiritiuality) Trans., Oliver Davies, . that we may rise in the power of Christ, Who died on the cross. Keep strength within, keep weariness out; in your wisdom to guide me, V. May the name of the Lord be praised. contempt and pride, may no pour I answered, "I will come, Lord.". But as I was reading it for the umpteenth time in light of the recent school shootings in Oregon, Arizona and Texas I felt if St. Patrick would mind if I added a couple of lines to his prayer. God the Holy Spirit, have mercy. rob la Da athairuile in duine-sea! (All materials on Intercessions.co.uk are covered under the Creative Commons License, which means it remains the authors intellectual . V 1-20. A shorter Litany on the Name of Jesus is found at Litany (Name of Jesus). Please contact for permission for any commercial use. Some intercessions include a response from the congregation, thus: Lord, in your mercy. rob comlabra fer nime isna blaib-sea, We all have done that, when I was 8 I prayed for a pony and needless to say I didnt get one and was very disappointed, going in tears to my father asking why God wouldnt give me a pony. It prays not just for lighting the homes hearth, but also the lighting of the hearts fire. Therefore, as prayer intercessors, we can . so that all may know the comfort of Gods love. et quod uelle nos dicimus nolle nostris actibus adprobamus . Keep truth within, keep falsehood out; Hold us in your hands, scarred with love, It is remarkable that the references to the Poetic intercession in the Psalms are few; but it must not be . in our sleeping, be watching us, Amen. In the beginning and the ending of our lives, Today we call their life style of acknowledging the Presence of the Divine the Spiritual Practice of Presence. may we praise you. Our sadness into joy Welcome to Celtic Iona style Evening Prayer, with St George the Martyr Wash Common and St. John the Evangelist, Newbury. http://www.aquietwalk.wordpress.com, [1] Van De Weyer, Robert, Celtic Prayers, a book of Celtic devotion, daily prayers and blessings, Abingdon Press, Nashville, TN, 1997, pg 26. in your safety, This litany from an Irish prayer book asks Jesus for mercy appealing to who he is, his attributes, his virtue, his love and his work. keep watch over me. This ecumenicalorganization engages in the study anddisseminationof knowledgeconcerningCeltic Christianity and how it's relevant and alive today.