Faith of a Soldier. He became a figure of enduring spiritual stature in the
Armenian Church. But he began his sojourn among our people as a stranger. This
Saturday we will honor his memory once more—some 17 centuries after his
death—during the Feast of St. Sarkis the Warrior.
(St. Sarkis and St. Mardiros depicted in the 14-15th century
Gospel of Siunik.)
Sarkis, or Sergius, was a 4th-century Roman soldier who
became a Christian, and was persecuted for his faith. Fleeing Rome with his son
Mardiros, Sarkis found refuge in Armenia, which at the time had been a
Christian nation for two generations.
Father and son were eventually martyred in Persia. But
years later, their relics were retrieved by St. Mesrob Mashdots, and brought
back to Armenia—where Sarkis has remained a beloved saint, and an inspiring
example of courage and conviction for our people.
It’s noteworthy that St. Sarkis came to our homeland
seeking refuge. What he found in Armenia was a welcoming home, a sanctuary of
safety and acceptance, and a place where his memory would make a lasting,
inspirational impression.
To learn more about his story, which still holds meaning
for us today, click here http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net/feasts/sarkis-the-warrior/
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