Julius and Julian

Our Holy Fathers Julius and Julian (5th c.)

Orthros artwork for the life of Julius and Julian
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From the Prologue of Ochrid

Brothers by birth from the Greek region of Myrmidonia. From childhood they were raised in Christianity, with a vow that they would always live in virginity and serve the Church. Julius was a presbyter and Julian a deacon. From Emperor Theodosius the Younger they obtained a decree allowing them throughout the entire empire to destroy idols and build Christian churches. Like two apostles, these two brothers converted non-Christians to Christianity in the East and West and built churches. They built one hundred churches during their lifetime. They reposed peacefully in the Lord near Milan. The inhabitants of Milan invoke Saint Julius for help against wolves.

Also commemorated on June 21

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Questions

When is the feast day of Julius and Julian?
The Orthodox Church commemorates Julius and Julian on June 21 on the New Calendar and July 4 on the Old Calendar.
Who else is commemorated on that day?
The Church also remembers St Julian of Tarsus.
When is the feast of Julius and Julian in 2027?
In 2027, on the New Calendar, it falls on Monday, June 21.

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