Martyr
Anastasia the Martyr of Rome
Martyr Anastasia the Roman (3rd C)
New Calendar October 29 Old Calendar November 11
Why they are a saint
Anastasia the Roman was 3rd-century Christian saint and nun who was martyred during the reign of Roman emperor Decius. Anastasia was orphaned at the age of three and was raised in a convent, where she became renowned for her asceticism. During the persecutions under the Emperor Decius, she was apprehended, tortured, and beheaded by a city administrator named Probus.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Anastasia the Martyr of Rome as a patron when they bear the name Anastasia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 29. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Anastasia the Martyr of Rome, 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.