New martyr
Alexandros the New Martyr of Thessaloniki
New Calendar May 26 Old Calendar June 8
Why they are a saint
Alexandros the New Martyr of Thessaloniki is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 26. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Alexandros the New Martyr of Thessaloniki as a patron when they bear the name Alexandros at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 26. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Alexandros the New Martyr of Thessaloniki, 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.