Apostle
Mariamne the sister of the Apostle Philip
Saint Mariamne the sister of the Apostle Philip
New Calendar February 17 Old Calendar March 2
Why they are a saint
The Church commemorates Mariamne the sister of the Apostle Philip among the saints. Apostles are honored as the first witnesses who carried the Gospel. Orthodox Christians honor that first generation of witnesses. The New Calendar feast is February 17.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Mariamne the sister of the Apostle Philip as a patron when they bear the name Mariamne at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 17. Those who share his calling as a missionary also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Mariamne the sister of the Apostle Philip, 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.