Martyr
Alexander and 30 others in Pisidia and Phrygia
Martyrs Alexander, Altheos, Zosimas, Mark the Shepherd, Nikon, Neonos, Helioldoros, Stephen, another Mark and 24 others in Pisidia and Phrygia (4th C)
New Calendar September 28 Old Calendar October 11
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Alexander, Alpheius, Zosimus, Mark the Shepherd, Nikon, Neon, Heliodorus and others suffered for confessing the Christian Faith in various places of Asia Minor during the reign of Diocletian (284-305). The Orthodox Church commemorates Alexander and 30 others in Pisidia and Phrygia on September 28.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Alexander and 30 others in Pisidia and Phrygia as a patron when they bear the name Alexander at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 28. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Alexander and 30 others in Pisidia and Phrygia, pray to God for us.
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