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Saint Lydia, Wife of Philetus

Martyr
Early Christian Roman world
Feast day: March 27

Group icon: Matrona and Lydia. Image source: Romanian Patriarchate calendar

A life of faith

Lydia is remembered as a martyr with her husband Philetus. The Greek service also names their two children, Macedon and Theoprepios, alongside two other martyrs.

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A reflection

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Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, Digital Chant Stand: March 27 commemoration

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