Speaking of the last posting, today is the feast of Columba on the Episcopal Church's calendar. Much about him may be found online or, for the old-fashioned, in a library.
The collect for Columba is as follows:
O God, by the preaching of your blessed servant Columba you caused the light of the Gospel to shine in Scotland: Grant, we pray, that, having his life and labors in remembrance, we may show our thankfulness to you by following the example of his zeal and patience; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.