Saint Macrina the Younger

Monastic & teacher
Cappadocia · 4th century
Feast day: July 19

A life of faith

Macrina, the sister of Basil the Great and Gregory of Nyssa, helped shape her family’s spiritual life. She embraced a life of prayer and monastic community. Her example shows teaching through the conduct of a life as well as through words.

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

A reflection

Think about the people who learn from your example. What would you hope your daily choices teach?

Read the Orthodox source

Feast dates follow the linked source. Local calendars and commemorations may vary. Themes describe a saint’s life; quiz suggestions do not assign a baptismal patron. Discuss choosing a patron saint with your priest.