Saint
Makarios of Kalogera
Makarios, Hierodeacon of Kalogera, Patmos
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 Kalogera on January 19.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Makarios of Kalogera as a patron when they bear the name Makarios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 19. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Makarios of Kalogera, 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.