St. Patrick's Day

Saint Patrick’s Day: History and customs

On March 17, people across the globe will wear their green attire and join in the festivities of Saint Patrick’s Day. It is a vibrant tradition honoring Ireland’s patron saint.However, the roots of this festive day go far beyond parades and green attire.
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Pinch Me

St. Patrick’s Day, or March 17, is everyone’s favorite Irish-themed holiday. That’s true both in Ireland and in the United States where there are reportedly more largescale St. Patrick’s Day celebrations than anywhere else in the world.It’s common for people to wear green on St.
A stained piece from St. Patrick Catholic Church in Junction City, Ohio.

A stained piece from St. Patrick Catholic Church in Junction City, Ohio.

Bishop: Catholics can eat meat on St. Patrick’s Day

Catholics within the Victoria Diocese can grab for their traditional corned beef and cabbage, Irish stew or corned beef and hash dinners guilt free this year for St. Patrick’s Day. Despite St.