I bind unto myself today
The strong name of the Trinity,
By invocation of the same,
The Three in One and One in Three.

So starts the ancient Celtic hymn known as St Patrick’s breastplate.

John Davies, formerly Bishop of Shrewsbury and Principal of the College of Ascension, Selly Oak, explores the richness of an ancient prayer that is forever fresh, immediate and powerful in its message.

Read this book to reflect on the spiritual challenge of each of the Breastplate’s nine verses and affirm our belief in God.