from Religion Media Centre
A vigil walk by torchlight led by the Anglican Archbishop of Armagh, John McDowell, and the Catholic Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin took place last night as part of the celebrations for St Patrick, whose feast day falls today.
Residents and visitors joined them as they walked from the Anglican St Patrick’s Cathedral to the Roman Catholic Cathedral in the city, a reflection of St Patrick’s journey bringing people together.
He is one of the most well-known saints in Christianity, famous for being the patron saint of Ireland, supposedly converting the island to the faith while ridding it of snakes.
In modern times his saint’s day of 17 March has become a widely-marked celebration of fun and Irishness.
Read our factsheet on St Patrick here.