The 19th-century bishop and spiritual writer who translated patristic texts and guided many souls. Celebrated on January 10th, Theophan became a hermit after serving as bishop and devoted himself to prayer and writing. His letters on spiritual life and translations of the Philokalia made patristic wisdom accessible to laypeople. He represents scholarly monasticism and spiritual direction.

The 13th-century prince-monk who became the first Archbishop of Serbia and organized the Serbian Orthodox Church. Celebrated on January 27th, Sava established monasteries, schools, and hospitals throughout Serbia. He obtained autocephaly for the Serbian Church from Constantinople and wrote the first Serbian constitution. He represents national and ecclesiastical independence through Orthodox faith.

The central worship service of the Orthodox Church, celebrating the Eucharist (Holy Communion). Usually celebrated on Sundays and feast days, the Divine Liturgy consists of the Liturgy of the Word (scripture readings) and Liturgy of the Faithful (Eucharistic prayer and communion). The most common forms are the Liturgies of St. John Chrysostom and St. Basil the Great.

The 4th-century apostle to Georgia who converted the Georgian kingdom to Christianity. Celebrated on January 14th, Nina was a Cappadocian woman who brought the Gospel to Georgia through her preaching and miracles. She convinced the royal family to convert, leading to Georgia becoming the second nation to officially adopt Christianity. She represents successful missionary work and women's apostolic ministry.