Commemoration of St. Martinian of Palestine & Saints Aquila and Priscilla, Apostles of the Seventy
Today we remember two powerful witnesses to the Gospel—one a solitary struggler who sought purity of heart, the others a married couple whose home became a sanctuary for the early Church. Their lives reveal the many ways God shapes holiness: through repentance, perseverance, hospitality, and faithful service.
St. Martinian of Palestine
St. Martinian lived as a hermit near Caesarea, devoting himself to prayer, fasting, and purity. His life is marked by a fierce commitment to holiness and a deep desire to live entirely for God.
- He battled temptation with courage and humility
- He embraced repentance as a lifelong journey
- He sought solitude not to escape the world, but to draw closer to the Lord
His story reminds us that holiness is not perfection, but perseverance—a heart continually turning toward God, even through struggle and weakness.
Saints Aquila & Priscilla, Apostles of the Seventy
Aquila and Priscilla stand as one of Scripture’s most beautiful examples of a married couple serving God together. Mentioned repeatedly in the New Testament, they were co-laborers with St. Paul and pillars of the early Christian community.
They are remembered for:
- Opening their home as a gathering place for believers
- Teaching and strengthening new disciples, including Apollos
- Working alongside Paul in mission and ministry
- Living the Gospel through hospitality, courage, and unity
Their life together shows that the home can become a church, and that ordinary work—done in love—becomes holy.
A Prayer for This Day
May the repentance of St. Martinian inspire us to seek purity of heart. May the faithfulness of Aquila and Priscilla strengthen our homes and relationships. May their witness lead us to serve God with humility, courage, and love.
St. Martinian of Palestine and Saints Aquila & Priscilla, pray for us. 💕✌️🙏
Whispers of Grace 
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