Saint Charitina the Martyr October 5 The Holy Virginmartyr Charitine of Amisus was left an orphan while quite young and was raised in meekness and piety by the noble Claudius, however was not yet baptised. Having grown through prayer and fasting, the holy virgin brought many to the True Faith. Having heard of this, the Roman Emperor Diocletian's governor summoned the young Charitine to be trialled. He accused her of "being a Christian and deluding others by bringing them to a dishonourable faith." She replied that she was indeed a Christian but the latter part was a lie. [...]

Saint Polychronius October 7 Listen to the Saint's life in English: Listen to the Saint's life in Greek: Related links: Life of St Polychronius (Mystagogy)

Saints Justine and Cyprian October 2 Today we celebrate the Hieromartyr Cyprian and the Virginmartyr Justina. For many years, Cyprian studied the dark arts of magic, becoming one of the most renowned sorcerers in all of Nicomedia. Having come face to face with the devil himself, Cyprian entrusted his soul to the evil one in exchange for supernatural powers. One day, a man fell in love with the pious Justina and sought her hand in marriage. Wishing to remain a virgin, Justina refused and this enraged the young man. He went to Cyprian for help, who offered him his [...]

Saint John the Koukouzelis of Albania October 1 Listen to the Saint's life in English: Related links: Saint John Koukouzelis as a Model for our Lives (Mystagogy)

Saint Romanos the Melodist October 1 Listen to the Saint's life in English: Listen to the Saint's life in Greek: Related links: Romanos the Melodist (Orthodox Wiki) Romanos the Melodist (GOARCH) Saint Romanos the Melodist as a Model for our Lives (Mystagogy) Elder Porphyrios on St Romanos the Melodist (Mystagogy) On the Mission of the Apostles (Hymns by St. Romanos the Melodist) (Mystagogy)