On December 4, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates Agia Barabara the Great Martyr, who is considered one of the major Saints of the Greek Orthodox Church. Venerated as one of the 14 Auxiliary Saints (Holy Helpers), she is invoked in thunderstorms and is the Patron Saint of firemen, artillerymen, miners and those engaged in hazardous occupations. Agia Barbara is … Continue reading Feast Day of Agia Barbara the Great Martyr