Orthodox liturgical calendar commemorations for May 13 to 17

The Orthodox Church celebrates various saints and martyrs throughout the period of May 13 to 17. On May 13, the Church honors Saint Glykeria and Saint Sergios the Confessor, among others. May 15 is dedicated to Saint Pachomios the Great, the founder of cenobitic monasticism, and Saint Achillios, Bishop of Larissa. On May 16, the Church commemorates the Hieromartyrs Audas and Audiesus, as well as Saint Alexander, Patriarch of Jerusalem. Finally, May 17 honors the Apostles Andronikos and Junia, along with the martyr Solochon. These commemorations reflect the ecclesiastical tradition of honoring historical figures who played significant roles in the development of the early Christian faith. Each day includes specific liturgical observances that vary based on the church calendar.