Saint
Apostles Jason and Sosipater of the Seventy
Apostles Jason and Sosipater of the Seventy, Virgin Cercyra, and those with them (1st C)
New Calendar April 28 Old Calendar May 11
Why they are a saint
The Disciple Jason hailed from Tarsus (Asia Minor). He was the first Christian in the city. The Disciple Sosipater was a native of Achæia. Venerated as an apostle who preached the Gospel of Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Apostles Jason and Sosipater of the Seventy as a patron when they bear the name Apostles at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 28. Those who share his calling as a missionary also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Apostles Jason and Sosipater of the Seventy, 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.