Saint Bridget a women of peace and She brought so much happiness and love to Ireland she brought hopes Of joy for all us Irish today And it's Saint Bridget's day And with the Lord's Shining light and his love in our heart's Every day We cherish and love Saint Bridget today and I'll love And pray for all the sick And suffering on Saint Bridget's day and may the Lord's peace and love Touch our heart's on this special day Amen Lord Jesus Christ.
With its origins in the Celtic festival of Imbolc, St Brigid's Day was the festival of fertility and marked the beginning of spring in Ireland. It signalled an end to the darkness of winter and ushered in a new season of hope and growth.