St Laurence O'Toole is the patron saint of Dublin and is closely associated with the early years of Christ Church Cathedral. When he was only ten years old, his father, King Muirchertach, delivered him up as a hostage to Dermot MacMurrough, the over-king to whom he owed allegiance, who treated the child harshly. Despite this the boy, by his fidelity in corresponding with the divine grace, grew to be a model of virtues.
14 November 2024
St Laurence O'Toole
St Laurence O'Toole is the patron saint of Dublin and is closely associated with the early years of Christ Church Cathedral. When he was only ten years old, his father, King Muirchertach, delivered him up as a hostage to Dermot MacMurrough, the over-king to whom he owed allegiance, who treated the child harshly. Despite this the boy, by his fidelity in corresponding with the divine grace, grew to be a model of virtues.
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