Matins Livestream – Saturday, November 15, 2025
Gerald Largent
Glory to Jesus Christ!
On November 15, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Martyrs Guria, Shamuna, and Habib the Deacon of Edessa. These saints, martyred in the early fourth century, are remembered for their steadfast confession of Christ during a time of fierce persecution and for their deep compassion toward others.
Sts. Guria and Shamuna were laymen who endured imprisonment and torture under Diocletian, while St. Habib, a deacon, courageously continued to preach the Gospel despite imperial prohibitions. Together, they became symbols of Christian courage and love — men who placed truth above life itself, trusting that the Lord would receive them into His eternal Kingdom.
Today’s readings, 2 Corinthians 8:1–5 and Luke 9:37–43, reflect the essence of their witness. The Apostle Paul commends those who give of themselves freely, while Christ reveals His power to heal and restore. The martyrs of Edessa embodied both — self-giving love and unwavering faith in the healing power of God.
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