Saint
Africanus
Martyrs Africanus, Publius and Terence at Carthage (3rd C)
New Calendar March 13 Old Calendar March 26
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Africanus, Publius, and Terence suffered in the third century at Petrium. Their memory is celebrated also on April 10. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Africanus as a patron when they bear the name Africanus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Africanus, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.