Saint
Makarios of Alexandria
New Calendar January 19 Old Calendar February 1
Why they are a saint
Saint Macarius the Roman was born at the end of the fifteenth century into a wealthy family of Rome. The Orthodox Church commemorates Makarios of Alexandria on January 19.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Makarios of Alexandria as a patron when they bear the name Makarios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 19. Those who share his calling as a monastic also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Makarios of Alexandria, 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.