Orthodox Feast of Saint Marina Celebrated in Patras and Brussels

In Patras, Greece, the Orthodox Church marked the feast of Saint Marina, the Great Martyr, with a solemn liturgy at the historic church dedicated to her. Metropolitan Chrysostomos of Patras and Bishop Chrysanthos of Kerinitis led the services, which included a divine liturgy, the veneration of the saint’s icon, and traditional dances performed by local congregations.

In Brussels, Belgium, the same feast was observed at the Orthodox parish of Saint Marina. The celebration featured the tonsure of a new monk, Sofronios, a French‑born candidate from Verviers. Metropolitan Athanagoras of Belgium presided over the ceremony, emphasizing the monastic commitment to prayer and service to the world. The event highlighted the spiritual significance of the saint’s legacy for Orthodox faithful in both cities.