Sep 16
September 16
Saint Meletina was a faithful Christian in the 2nd century. Her bold preaching brought many people in the city of Marcianopolis to Christ. By the order of Antiochus the governor, she was handed over to be tortured. Through her preaching even her captors were converted. She was then brought to trial and beheaded.
Troparion (Tone 4)
Thy lamb Meletina, O Jesus,
calls out to Thee in a loud voice:
I love Thee, O my bridegroom,
and in seeking Thee, I endure suffering.
In Baptism I was crucified so that I might reign in Thee,
and died so that I might live with Thee.
accept me as a pure sacrifice,
for I have offered myself in love.
By her prayers save our souls, since Thou art merciful.
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