St Mina
What were the names of St Mina's parents?
His fatehr is Odoxis, and his mother is Ophomeya
Who taught St Marina about Jesus and the Christian faith after her mother passed away?
He Christian nanny (nursemaid) who took care of her
What job did St Mina have before he decided to give away his wealth and move to the desert?
He was a soldier in the Roman Army
What amazing miracle happened when the governor ordered St Marina to be thrown in the boiling water?
She prayed for the water to become her baptism; the ground shook, a voice from heaven spoke, and she emerged unharmed and baptized
How did St Mina's mother know that God was going to answer her prayer for a child?
While she aws praying in front of the icon of The Virgin Mary. Saint Mary spoke and said: "Amen"
How old was St Mina when he was martyred?
He was 24 yo
Why the devil often depicted as small and under St Marina's feet in her icon?
While in prison, the devil tried to terrify her, but through the power of the Cross and her faith in Jesus, She defeated him
St Mina has a surname too. What is his surname? What do we call him other than St Mina
Th Wonderworker
How many years St Mina spent in the desert?
5 years
St Marina was offered wealth, power, and the chance to become a queen if she gave up her faith, but she refused, How can we choose heavenly things over wordly things in our daily lives?
Answer depends on the child
What three crowns did Our Lord Jesus Christ promise to St. Mina in the desert?
He promised him 3 crowns: One for living a dedicated life in the desert, one for giving all his wealth to the poor, and one for becoming a martyr for his faith
When St Mina inherited a lot of money and land from his parents, he gave it all to the poor so he could focus on God. What is one way we can share what we have with others today?
Answer depends on the child