Saint Patrick - St. Patrick's Day Ministry Resources
When we look at the life of Saint Patrick, we see that this holiday is more than shamrocks, rainbows, leprechauns and pots of gold. It's about the sovereignty of God.
Learn how in the discipleship guide for Saint Patrick's Day in the Holiday Reflections resource. This holiday is one of fourteen included in this resource. It can be used for personal benefit or to disciple others.
Click on a tab below to view a list of resources about Saint Patrick, the person, and St. Patrick's Day, the holiday, or to get ideas or resources for this holiday.
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About
About Saint Patrick, the Historic Figure
Articles:
- Patrick the Saint
- Patrick's Hospitality: Welcoming the Stranger
- St. Patrick: Hero of Christian History
- The Real St. Patrick
- Who Was St. Patrick?
Resources:
About St. Patrick's Day, the Holiday
Articles:
- Saint Patrick's Day History
- Saint Patrick's Day Is ...
- Saint Patrick's Day Symbols
- Should Christians Celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
- What is St. Patrick’s Day?: A peek into its history and finding fun ways to celebrate
Books:
Children & Youth Ideas
Children's Ministry Ideas for St. Patrick's Day
- Children’s Sermon: Saint Patrick Loves His Enemies
- Father, Son, Holy Spirit Trinity Shamrocks (St. Patrick's Day Craft)
- "Green" Bible Object Lessons for St. Patrick's Day
- Kids Ministry Ideas for St. Patrick's Day
- Lucky or Blessed? Teaching Tips for St. Patrick's Day
- St. Patrick's Day Bible Verse Scavenger Hunt
- St. Patrick's Day Coloring Pages
- St Patrick’s Object Lesson – Trusting God in Times of Doubt
- The Veggie Tales History of St. Patrick's Day Video
Youth Ministry Ideas
Resources
We can learn lessons from historic figures in Church history, like Saint Patrick, but must be careful to never elevate them to a position that belongs only to our Lord.