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Martyr · 256-259
Anastasia of Thessalonica
Martyr Anastasia of Thessalonica
New Calendar October 30 Old Calendar November 12
Why they are a saint
Saint Anastasia lived in the second half of the third century during the persecutions of Decius, Gallus, Valerian, and Diocletian. The Orthodox Church commemorates Anastasia of Thessalonica on October 30.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Anastasia of Thessalonica as a patron when they bear the name Anastasia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 30. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Anastasia of Thessalonica, 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.