Saint Erc of Slane

Saint

Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

2 November (Ireland); 31 October (Cornwall)

Born

C.423 in Ireland

Died

513 of natural causes

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Erc of Slane, also known as Erc mac Dega, was a prominent figure in Irish Christian history during the 5th and 6th centuries. As a spiritual student of Saint Patrick, Erc played a significant role in spreading Christianity throughout Ireland.

Feast Days

November 2 October 31

Books & Resources

Our Sunday Visitor’s Encyclopedia of Saints, http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1612787169

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