Lives of Saints Volume 09: Saint Niphon, Bishop of Constantiana (Paperback) - by Holy Dormition Sisterhood

In his youth, this Saint fell away from the Church and led a sinful life. Due to the harsh words of his Christian friend, he turned to a God-fearing life. Through his difficult struggles and sincere repentance he was forgiven by God, and was able to attain holiness.

♦ Holy Martyrs Cyricus & Julitta: Saint Julitta was a pious Christian mother. She and her three-year-old son fearlessly confessed Christ to the governor. They are especially prayed to for help against one of the most serious passions - laziness.

♦ Saint Febronia-Evfrosinia of Murom was a pious peasant who became a princess. She and her husband occupied themselves with works of piety and charity. They are venerated as patrons of newly-weds.