Saint Moses the Ethiopian

Desert father
Egypt · 4th century
Feast day: August 28

A life of faith

Moses entered the monastic life in Egypt after a violent past. Through repentance and the discipline of community life, he became known for humility. His life offers a powerful example of refusing to define a person by earlier wrongdoing.

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

A reflection

Notice the patience required for lasting change. Reflect on how you respond to the failures of other people.

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