Saint
Macarius the Roman of Mesopotamia
Saint Macarius the Roman of Mesopotamia
New Calendar October 23 Old Calendar November 5
Why they are a saint
Three holy men who lived in ascesis in the Monastery of St Asclepius in Mesopotamia decided to walk up and down the world in search of a sign from God for their salvation. The Orthodox Church commemorates Macarius the Roman of Mesopotamia on October 23.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Macarius the Roman of Mesopotamia as a patron when they bear the name Macarius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 23.
Prayer
O holy Macarius the Roman of Mesopotamia, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.