Description: (Irish Monk and Missionary)
Aidan of Lindisfarne, an Irish monk and missionary, played a significant role in converting the Anglo-Saxons to Christianity in Northumbria. He established Lindisfarne Priory and served as its first bishop, creating a ministry cathedral. Aidan devoted himself to sharing the gospel, reaching out to all levels of society, from the noble to the marginalized, such as children and slaves. His extensive travels across the region led to him being known as the Apostle of Northumbria, and he is honored as a saint by different Christian groups.