Here's a lesson plan for religious discussion and education in modern Ireland. It's a pretty fair summary of how Irish spirituality incor****ates both Pagan and Christian concepts: http://galwayec.com/pdf/lc_lessonplans_section_i.pdf A hint at why Christianity is 'as it is' due to its Pagan roots can be found in these books: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Jesus_Mysteries http://www.amazon.com/review/RFNKNNS5UM5X3 Searles O'Dubhain