Updated in 2017. Celtic Christianity is as exciting as it is intriguing, from the first native Christians in the British Isles, through to the great saints such as Patrick and Columba; coupled with the trials and triumphs of the historic Anglo-Saxon kings. For centuries, this unique and isolated expression of Christianity thrived in Britain and Ireland. Together Celtic Christians ignited a Celtic Golden Age of faith and light which spread into Europe. Discover this striking history, how a nation dedicated to God was born and what we can learn from the heroes of Celtic Christianity.

Paul Backholer is a broadcaster and the founder of ByFaith Media (www.ByFaith.org). He is the director of ByFaith TV and the producer of several documentaries. Paul is the author of a number of books including The Baptism of Fire, Jesus Today and How Christianity Made the Modern World. Paul studied in a British Bible college and has travelled to over forty nations working on Christian projects.