St. Acacius of Melitene
Bishop of Melitene in Armenia Minor in the early 5th century; participated in the Council of Ephesus (431) where he supported St. Cyril of Alexandria against Nestorius. Feast April 17.
Life & Times
Died: c. 435 · From: Turkey / Armenia region.
Patronage
St. Acacius of Melitene is invoked as the patron of bishops, defenders of orthodoxy. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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Catholic saints, including St. Acacius of Melitene, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.