Saint Patrick the Forgiver: The History and Legends of Ireland's Bishop

Bronze Moonbeam Award, Independent Press Award

2024 Children's Book Council 2024 Favorite for K-2nd Grade

Hello, my name is Patrick.
You may have heard my story.
I walked the span of Ireland
to tell of God's great glory.
And with a wee green shamrock
I shared of the Three-in-One:
our God--the blessed mystery--
Father, Spirit, and the Son.

Everybody's Irish on Saint Patrick's Day. But did you know that Patrick--the greatest bishop of Ireland--wasn't Irish? Combining Patrick's words from his Confessions with a few of the legends about him, this whimsical retelling will teach families about the fascinating life of the real Saint Patrick and help them discover a remarkable story of love and forgiveness along the way.

Told in rollicking rhyme and beautifully illustrated with Ned Bustard's signature linocut artwork, this children's book will be enjoyed by kids and the adults who read with them. Also included is a note from the author to encourage further conversation about the content.

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Author: Ned Bustard
Publisher: IVP Kids
Published: 02/21/2023
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 8.40h x 9.50w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9781514007242
Audience: Ages 4-8

About the Author

Ned Bustard is a graphic designer, a children's book illustrator, an author, and a printmaker. As the creative director for Square Halo Books, Inc and curator of the Square Halo Gallery, Ned has lectured at colleges, schools, churches, and conferences. His work is found in numerous titles, including Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver, The O in Hope, Revealed: A Storybook Bible for Grown-Ups, and Every Moment Holy.