"St. Brigid: A Lasting Legacy of Inspiration 1500 Years On"

Devotees of St. Brigid are celebrating the 1,500th anniversary of her death, with a relic associated with her being returned to Kildare, Ireland. Brigid, a prominent figure in both ancient pagan and Christian traditions, is gaining a following as a symbol of feminine spirituality and empowerment, particularly amid growing disenchantment with the patriarchal Catholic Church. St. Brigid's Day, observed on Feb. 1, is marked with various events, including the return of the relic, a "Pause for Peace," and celebrations worldwide.