Macquarie University’s Orthodox Christian Fellowship (SOFIA MQ) has chosen St Porphyrios of Mount Athos as its new patron saint, following a student poll and formal selection process at this week’s meeting.
Three saints were nominated: St Justin the Martyr, St John of Damascus, and St Porphyrios of Mount Athos.
To help guide the decision, members delivered presentations on each: Alexander spoke on St Justin’s steadfast faith and writings; Angus highlighted St John’s theological and hymnographic contributions; and David described the humility, spirituality, and healing gifts of St Porphyrios.
The meeting was attended by Dr Patricia Koromvokis, head of the Modern Greek Program at Macquarie University.
After the presentations, Orthodox Chaplain Fr Athanasios Giatsios led the group in prayer before lots were cast to decide the patron saint.
Ultimately, St Porphyrios of Mount Athos was chosen as SOFIA MQ’s new patron saint.
