San Cataldo was an Irish monk. While making a tour of the Holy Land. he visited Rome and the Pope. recognizing his special talents. persuaded him to settle in Italy. Later he was made a bishop of the Roman Catholic Church. The town of San Cataldo in Sicily was named in his honor. When residents of San Cataldo and its environs emigrated to the United States they kept the name alive by organizing local social groups known as the San Cataldo Societies. one of which still flourishes in Pittson." Mr. McCarthy explained. "And as you know." he continued. "many other nationalities honor St. Patrick.
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