On January 9, the Orthodox Church commemorates the memory of Hieromartyr Theoktistos, Martyrs Polyuctus and Laurentius, and New Martyr Kyrannis from Vysokas, Thessaloniki. Saint Polyuctus, a soldier during the time of emperors Decius and Valerian, is noted for being the…
On December 20th, the memory of Saint Ignatius of Antioch is honored, known for his courageous defense of the Christian faith. Born between 68-70 AD, he became the bishop of Antioch and was martyred around 107 AD after being captured…
On December 13, the memory of Christian martyrs such as Saints Eustratius, Auxentius, Eugenios, Mardarius, and Orestes is honored. These saints suffered during the severe persecution of Christians under Emperor Diocletian. Their stories include tortures involving iron shoes with nails,…
On November 24, the Church honors the memory of the Holy Martyrs Clement of Rome and Peter, the Bishop of Alexandria. Saint Clement, a Roman aristocrat and third bishop of Rome, was exiled and martyred around 101 AD. Saint Peter,…
On November 15, the Orthodox calendar honors Saints Gurias, Abibas, and Samonas, martyrs known for their unwavering faith during the persecutions of Emperor Diocletian. Gurias and Samonas endured severe trials before their beheading, while Abibas, a deacon from Edessa, was…
