Meletius the New, Saint: A Beacon of Monastic Devotion
Born in 1035 in Moutalaske, Cappadocia, Saint Meletius the New led a life steeped in prayer and asceticism. Renouncing worldly ties, he ventured to monasteries from Constantinople to Jerusalem, becoming a beacon of piety. His sanctity, manifested through miracles and profound humility, culminated in a peaceful death in 1105, leaving a timeless legacy of devout […]
Callistus I of Constantinople, Saint | Ecumenical Patriarch
Saint Patriarch Callistus I, a significant figure in Byzantine history, was born in the 13th century and passed away in August 1363. His tenure as the Patriarch of Constantinople, from 1350 to 1353 and again from 1355 to 1363, marked a period of profound religious and political influence. Recognized for his deep spirituality and erudition, […]