Christianfeast day:
Abda of Edessa, Elias and companions, Juliana of Nicomedia(Catholic Church), Onesimus, Charles Todd Quintard(Episcopal Church (USA)), February 16 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
A collective feast day observed on February 16 by Catholic, Orthodox, and Episcopal churches honoring several saints including Abda of Edessa, Elias and companions, Juliana of Nicomedia, Onesimus, and Charles Todd Quintard.
Each year on February 16, Christian communities gather to commemorate multiple saints whose lives and witness inspired the faith. Abda of Edessa is remembered as a bishop and martyr from the early Church while Elias and his companions are honored for their missionary zeal and sacrifice. Juliana of Nicomedia is venerated in the Catholic tradition for her steadfast commitment under persecution. Onesimus, known from the New Testament Epistle to Philemon, is celebrated in Eastern Orthodox liturgics for his transformation and ministry. Bishop Charles Todd Quintard, honored by the Episcopal Church in the USA, is recognized for his spiritual leadership during a tumultuous era. This observance unites diverse traditions in reflection on devotion, service, and legacy.
feast day
Abda of Edessa
Elias and companions
Juliana of Nicomedia
Catholic Church
Onesimus
Charles Todd Quintard
Episcopal Church (USA)
February 16 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)