Aidan of Lindisfarne was an Irish monk in the seventh century who is regularly recognized as restoring Christianity to Northumbria. He traveled continuously throughout the countryside and spread the message of redemption to men at all classes and social positions, including slaves and children. He serves as a quintessential example of cultural evangelism and social engagement as he took a personal interest in every community he came into contact with and advocated for social and spiritual equality between the upper and lower classes.
He is recognized as a saint by the Eastern Orthodox, Anglican Communion, and Roman Catholic Church.