Synaxis of the Archangel Michael and the Other Bodiless Powers O Supreme Leaders of the heavenly armies, * we, who are unworthy, ever beseech you, * that by your prayers you protect us * with the wings of your immaterial … Continue reading
Category Archives: About Saints
DEMETRIUS – son of one of the preeminent families of Thessalonika, he was an officer in the Roman army. He organized the Christian youth of the city. Because of his social standing, he was not originally persecuted. In 303, however, … Continue reading
THECLA – was born in Konya Turkey in the early part of the first century. She was baptized by Paul. She lived a solitary life. During the reign of Emperor Nero she was accused of being a Christian and thrown … Continue reading
EUPHEMIA born to a noble family in Chalcedon, she lived during the reign of Diocletian. She was known among Christians and non-Christians alike for her charity. She, with other Christians, were asked to offer sacrifices to the Roman gods. She … Continue reading
This Friday we remember the beheading of John. None of the sources give an exact date, it was probably in the years 28-29 CE after he was imprisoned by Herod and at the behest of Herodias his brother’s wife whom … Continue reading
St. Thaddeus, one of the 70 apostles, was born in Edessa. He was first a disciple of John the Baptizer. After his baptism by John he remained in Palestine and, after John’s death, became a follower of Jesus. He was … Continue reading
St. Maximos the Confessor was born in Constantinople in 580 CE, the son of a noble Byzantine family. He majored in philosophy and theology in school and, in 610, became confidential secretary to Emperor Herakleios until the Emperor’s death in … Continue reading
St Panteleimon was born in Izmit, Turkey. Originally known as Pantoleon, the date of his birth is unknown. He became a physician and then a Christian. He became well known for not taking money from his patients. Gradually this generous … Continue reading