Saint Melitina of Marcianopolis

A life of faith

Melitina was a Christian woman from Marcianopolis in Thrace. The calendar remembers her martyrdom during persecution, under the governor Antioch.

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

A reflection

Choose one person to remember in prayer today, especially someone whose faithful efforts are easily overlooked.

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.