On July 22, the Orthodox Church honors Saint Mary Magdalene, a disciple of Jesus hailing from Magdala, located near the Sea of Galilee. This day serves as a name day for various names including Magdalene, Magdalini, Marilena, and Markella, among others, and is observed by several denominations including Orthodox, Catholic, and Lutheran churches.

On July 24, the church commemorates Saint Christina the Great Martyr, who originated from Tyre in Syria and was the daughter of the general Urbanus. Historical tradition describes her imprisonment and torture by her father after she destroyed his idols. According to the narrative, she survived miraculous intervention and remained a figure of endurance. Following her father's death, she faced further persecution under his successor, Dion. The name day for this date includes Christina, Christiana, and Athenagoras.