St. Machar of Iona (of Aberdeen), Bishop
(Macharius, Mochumma)
12 November
6th century. An Irishman by birth, he was baptized by Saint Colman and
became a disciple of
Saint Columba (f.d. June 9)
at Iona. Afterwards he
was sent with 12 disciples to convert the Picts, and fixed his episcopal
residence at Old Aberdeen, of which he is said to have been the first
bishop. The water from his well was at one time used for baptisms in
Aberdeen cathedral
(Benedictines,
Montague).
Troparion of St Machar
Tone 1
Thou didst bring many to the Faith,
erect numerous churches, extinguish
the worship of false gods and cast down idols,
O Hierarch Machar, establishing thy cathedral at Old Aberdeen.
As thou wast fearless and tireless in thy labours for Christ,
pray O Saint, that we may be given strength to follow in thy footsteps
and that thereby we may be found worthy of His abundant mercy.
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