Saint Fanchea of Rossory

Saint Fanchea, also known as Faenche, Fainche, Faine, Garbh, or Garbhp, was a renowned Irish nun and spiritual director. She was born in Clogher, Ireland, and was the sister of Saint Enda of Arran, Saint Lochina, Saint Carecha, and Saint Dareima. Fanchea played a crucial role in her brother's spiritual journey, persuading him to become a monk. Enda went on to establish the first Irish monastic communities....