Commemorated in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church as a pillar of ascetic life, Saint Anthony the Great (c. 251–356) stands as the Desert Father who gave shape to Christian monasticism. Leaving behind worldly possessions, he embraced solitude in the Egyptian desert, where his holiness drew disciples and his teachings spread across East and West.
For Ukrainian Greek Catholics, Saint Anthony’s spiritual discipline echoes through the Byzantine monastic tradition, serving as an enduring call to prayer, fasting, and unwavering trust in Christ.
Tradition: Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church
Feast Day: January 17 (Julian/Byzantine calendar observance)
Titles: Abba Anthony, Father of Monasticism, Teacher of Solitude
This prayer card offers encouragement for those striving for holiness and makes a treasured devotional gift within the Ukrainian Byzantine tradition.
Commemorated in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church as a pillar of ascetic life, Saint Anthony the Great (c. 251–356) stands as the Desert Father who gave shape to Christian monasticism. Leaving behind worldly possessions, he embraced solitude in the Egyptian desert, where his holiness drew disciples and his teachings spread across East and West.
For Ukrainian Greek Catholics, Saint Anthony’s spiritual discipline echoes through the Byzantine monastic tradition, serving as an enduring call to prayer, fasting, and unwavering trust in Christ.
Tradition: Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church
Feast Day: January 17 (Julian/Byzantine calendar observance)
Titles: Abba Anthony, Father of Monasticism, Teacher of Solitude
This prayer card offers encouragement for those striving for holiness and makes a treasured devotional gift within the Ukrainian Byzantine tradition.
