Saint
Marina and Kyra of Syria
Venerable Marina and Kyra of Syria
New Calendar February 28 Old Calendar March 12
Why they are a saint
Saints Marina (Marana) and Kyra (Cyra), sisters by birth, lived during the fourth century in the city of Veria (or Berea) in Syria. The Orthodox Church commemorates Marina and Kyra of Syria on February 28.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Marina and Kyra of Syria as a patron when they bear the name Marina at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 28. As a monastic, she is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Marina and Kyra of Syria, 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.