Saint · 284-305
Agathopodes the Deacon and Theodulus the Reader at Thessalonica
Martyrs Agathopodes the Deacon and Theodulus the Reader at Thessalonica
New Calendar April 5 Old Calendar April 18
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Agathopodes the Deacon and Theodulus the Reader lived in Thessalonica during the reign of the emperor Diocletian (284-305) and Maximian (284-305) and were among the church clergy. The Orthodox Church commemorates Agathopodes the Deacon and Theodulus the Reader at Thessalonica on April 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Agathopodes the Deacon and Theodulus the Reader at Thessalonica as a patron when they bear the name Agathopodes at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 5. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Agathopodes the Deacon and Theodulus the Reader at Thessalonica, pray to God for us.
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