Equal-to-the-Apostles
Myrrhbearer and Equal of the Apostles Mary Magdalene
New Calendar July 22 Old Calendar August 4
Why they are a saint
The Holy Myrrh-Bearer Equal of the Apostles Mary Magdalene. On the banks of Lake Genesareth (Galilee), between the cities of Capharnum and Tiberias, was the small city of Magdala, the remains of which have survived to our day. Now only the small village of Mejhdel stands on the site. Venerated as an apostle who preached the Gospel of Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Myrrhbearer and Equal of the Apostles Mary Magdalene as a patron when they bear the name Myrrhbearer at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 22. As an apostle, she is also asked to pray for missionaries and those who spread the Gospel.
Prayer
O holy Myrrhbearer and Equal of the Apostles Mary Magdalene, 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.