Saint · † 304
Agape, Irene, and Chione
Holy Martyrs Agape, Irene, and Chione († 304)
New Calendar April 16 Old Calendar April 29
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyresses Agapia, Irene and Chionia were sisters by birth and they lived at the end-III Century to beginning-IV Century, near the Italian city of Aquilea. The Orthodox Church commemorates Martyrs on April 16.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Agape as a patron when they bear the name Martyrs at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Agape, Irene, and Chione, pray to God for us.
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