St Machan

Machan or Machanus was a twelfth-century Scottish saint.[1] He was educated in Ireland and was ordained as a bishop in Rome.[1] He is known for his missionary work around Clachan of Campsie (or Campsie Glen), near Glasgow.[2] Machan built a small chapel at the bottom of the glen. After his death, in 1175 a church was built over his grave.[2] Most information about St Machan is lost.[1]

Saint Machan
Bishop
BornScotland
Diedcirca 1175
Clachan of Campsie
Venerated inRoman Catholic Church
Feast28 September

References
  1. "St. Machan". Catholic Online. Retrieved 5 May 2012.
  2. "Campsie Parish local history". East Dunbartonshire Council. Retrieved 5 May 2012.
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