Saint Artemius the Great Martyr

A life of faith

Artemius held military authority at Alexandria before being called to Antioch under Julian. Seeing Christians being tortured, he challenged the emperor’s treatment of them. He lost his position and was tortured. The calendar remembers his continued confession and martyrdom.

The Eastern Orthodox Church remembers saints in prayer and commemoration. Their lives offer examples for Christians learning to live their faith.

A reflection

Artemius recalls the responsibility of people with authority to speak when others are being harmed.

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