Celtic Christianity
A Seven-Session Journey into the Presence of God
This seven-session study invites you into the rich spiritual tradition of Celtic Christianity - a way of faith that recognizes God’s nearness, honors creation as sacred, and embraces daily life as holy ground.
Each session includes a short teaching video, a downloadable discussion guide, and reflection prompts to deepen your awareness of God’s love at work in and around you.
Celtic Christianity Study Sessions
Listening for the Heartbeat of God
In this opening session, we explore how Celtic Christianity invites us to see the world through a lens of sacred presence and to recognize God in all things, especially the ordinary and everyday.
Session 1
Pelagius & Original Blessing
Explore the bold and often misunderstood teachings of Pelagius, a Celtic theologian who emphasized the goodness of creation and the innate grace within each person.
Session 2
Session 3Saint Patrick & Lorica Prayer
Learn the story of St. Patrick as a spiritual leader shaped by hardship, vision, and deep trust in God’s call. Kidnapped as a teen and enslaved in Ireland, Patrick later returned as a missionary, not out of revenge, but love.
Session 4St. Brigid - Standing at the Threshold
Known for straddling the boundary between pagan and Christian traditions, Brigid invites us to dwell at the threshold—those holy in-between spaces where God is often most present.
Anam Cara, Practicing Soul Friendship
Explore the Celtic tradition of Anam Cara, or “soul friend”—a sacred relationship rooted in trust, vulnerability, and spiritual companionship.
Session 5
Thin Places, Experiencing God’s Nearness
Learn about the Celtic Christian idea of “thin places” - moments and locations where the veil between heaven and earth feels especially transparent.
Session 6
Session 7Daily Prayer and God’s Presence
In this final session, we reflect on how Celtic Christianity invites us into a life of prayer rooted in the nearness of God. Prayer is not reserved for holy places or special times, it is woven into the rhythms of daily life.
Resources
Download the Leader’s Guide for this series, with tips for leading meaningful group conversations, suggested session structure, free resource links and more.
If this series has stirred something in you and you’re wondering where to go next, these book recommendations are a beautiful next step for exploring Celtic spirituality more deeply.