Martyr
Markella of Chios
Markella, the Virgin-martyr of Chios
New Calendar July 22 Old Calendar August 4
Why they are a saint
Saint Markella or Marcella was an inhabitant of 14th-century Chios who was canonized by the Greek Orthodox Church. Her feast day is celebrated on 22 July.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Markella of Chios as a patron when they bear the name Markella at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 22. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Markella of Chios, 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.