A conversation with author Nancy Fitzgerald about her book: Brigid’s Mantle: Finding the Fiery Saint of Kildare at the Heart of Celtic Christianity (2025). 

Nancy is an award winning journalist specializing in health, wellness, and spirituality. Her work has appeared in publications including Parents, The New York Times, national Geographic, Prevention, Guidepost, and Commenweal. Nancy's book was recently reviewed by Spiritual Directors International in their PRESENCE magazine (https://www.sdicompanions.org/media/presence/presence-31-2-october-2025/brigids-mantle/).

She serves on the board of directors of the Women’s Ordination Conference, where she is co-editor of New Women, New Church. A graduate of Lancaster Theological Seminary, she lives in PA.