Saint
Martha and Mary
Righteous Martha and Mary, the sisters of Lazarus
New Calendar June 4 Old Calendar June 17
Why they are a saint
The righteous sisters Martha and Mary were believers in Christ even before He raised their brother Saint Lazarus (October 17) from the dead. The Orthodox Church commemorates Martha and Mary on June 4.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Martha and Mary as a patron when they bear the name Martha at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 4.
Prayer
O holy Martha and Mary, pray to God for us.
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