June 3
Kevin
Founding religious
He died in 618.
Biography
He is the most popular saint in Ireland after Saint Patrick. He founded the monastery of Glendalough, near Dublin. At the beginning of his religious life it is said that he spent a long time praying standing with his arms crossed. He hardly took any food and was so absorbed in prayer that he did not notice that the birds were nesting in his hands.
Practical advice
In a spirit of service, repeat an ejaculation while doing a simple job and offer that effort for someone who needs help.
Example of
PrayerSelf-givingFounding spirit