Nun, 76, set for giant leap of faith from the heavens

If you happen to look skywards and spy a nun speeding towards the ground, don’t be alarmed — it’s only Sister Patricia bringing manna from heaven.

The 76-year-old nun is already in training to be the first of her flock in Ireland to skydive from 10,000ft up.

Her leap of faith is all about raising money for the charity Aware, which assists those affected by depression. She also hopes to assist projects in south Tipperary where she lives.