St. Demetrios of Thessaloniki
Friday, October 16, 2026
7 mins
This week Fr. Alexander talks about St. Demetrios of Thessaloniki, who was a soldier and became the governor of Thessoloniki. He was ordered to persecute Christians, but instead became an evangelist, which led to his martyrdom. Join us to sing his hymn and know more about this beautiful saint, celebrated every year on October 26th.
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O glorious Apostles, Prophets and Martyrs, and all Saints, pray for us sinners.
Every other week Fr. Alexander shares with us the story and hymn of a saint or feast day. Join us to celebrate and be inspired by these saints' lives together.
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Fr. Alexander Eliades