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I was poor, illiterate and homeless. My parents Isaac and Sarah were poor farmers. People cursed, spat and even threw rocks at me. I endured all insults with patience and without complaints. The Lord appeared to me many times. Who am I?

St Reweis

I am the one called beloved of Christ. I was one of Christ's disciples and wrote one of the gospels. Who am I?

St John the beloved

My father Dioscuros didn't let me leave the tower I lived in as disease was spreading in every town. I was like a prisoner but committed no crime. I became a Christian and my pagan father was furious and the governor tortured me. Who am I?

St Barbara

I am one of the 12 disciples of Christ. I was a tax collector before following Christ. I wrote one of the 4 gospels. I later preached Christianity to the people of India. Who am I?

St Matthew

I am one of Christ's 70 apostles. I wrote one of the 4 gospels. I introduced Christianity to the people of Egypt. I am the founder of the Coptic Church and 1st Pope. Who am I?

St Mark

I was raised by a wealthy pagan family in Antioch. My nanny was Christian and introduced me to Christianity. At age 15 I defeated the devil through faith in Jesus. Governor wanted me to renounce Christ and marry him but I refused. Who am I?

St Marina

I wrote one of the 4 gospels and the Holy book of Acts. I am also a physician and painter. I painted the 1st icon of St Mary. Who am I?

St Luke the apostle

I am considered a modern day saint. I was a teacher and Archdeacon. I founded the Coptic Sunday school movement but faced many difficulties. Who am I?

St Habib Girgis

I was the 116th Pope of Alexandria. I prayed many liturgies, over 12,000 liturgies! I lived in a windmill with no doors or roof. I performed and continue to perform many miracles. Who am I?

St Kyrillos or Pope Cyril 6th

I was born in Upper Egypt but moved to Switzerland. I am a nurse. I performed many miracles through God and served the poor and sick. I hold a comb in one hand and a jug of water in another. Who am I?

St Verena

I was a young boy when my parents died and was persecuted by the Roman Emperor Diocletian. I was severely tortured for being a Christian and loving Jesus Christ. I rejected the worship of governor's idols. I was crowned a Martyr. Who am I?

St Abanoub

I am the Theotokos. I am the mother of the True Light. I am also known as Aaron's Rod, the Golden Censor, the Burning Bush, The Ark of the Covenant, Noah's Ark, and Jacob's Ladder. Prophet Isaiah describes me as the Swift Cloud. Who am I?

St Mary - Mother of God

I am known as the Prince of Martyrs. I slayed the dragon with my spear. Who am I?

St George

At age 17 I joined the Roman army. I am known as the holder of 2 swords. The 2nd sword was given to me by Archangel Michael. Who am I?

St Mercurius or St Philopater

I am an Anchorite. I spent 57 years alone in a cave but Jesus visited me everyday. St Bemwah found me and wrote about me. King David the prophet visited with his harp before my passing singing Psalm 117:24. Who am I?

St Karas

I had 6 brothers. An angel appeared to my mother and chose me to serve the Lord. I lived in the wilderness (Wadi-El-Natroun) and lived as a monk. I carried our Lord Jesus Christ on my back and I washed His feet. Who am I?

St Bishoy

I am known as the father of monasticism and the father of all monks. I heard the words of Christ "If you want to be perfect, go, sell what you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasures in heaven; and come, follow Me" Who am I?

St Anthony the Great

I was Bishop of El-Fayoum and El-Giza. I am known as a friend to the poor. Who am I?

St Abraam

I have 40 friends who are also virgins. I am known as the founder of monasticism for Coptic Orthodox nuns. I received 3 crowns in heaven. Who am I?

St Demiana

My name comes from the word Amen. I joined the army and became a brave soldier. I received 3 crowns in heaven. I perform many miracles. Who am I?

St Mena