Monday 18th, St. Flannan, lived in the 7th century and was the son of a king of Thomond. He entered Malua’s monastery at Killaloe and became abbot there. He is remembered as a great preacher.
Tuesday 20th, St Fachanan. Although little is known with certainty about him, a long tradition from early times links him with Kilfenora and records that he founded a monastery or church there in the 6th century. He is venerated as patron of the diocese of Kilfenora, now part of Galway.
Thursday, 21st, St Peter Canisius, 1521-97, was born in Holland. He intended to become a lawyer but joined the Jesuits. Through courtesy and learning he promoted the Catholic revival after the Council of Trent. His greatest work was a catechism of 211 questions and answers published in 1555.