Saint · † 304
Archdeacon Euplus of Catania
Holy Martyr Archdeacon Euplus of Catania († 304)
New Calendar August 11 Old Calendar August 24
Why they are a saint
The Martyr Archdeacon Euplus suffered in the year 304 under the emperors Diocletian (284-305) and Maximian (284-305). The Orthodox Church commemorates Martyr on August 11.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Archdeacon Euplus of Catania as a patron when they bear the name Martyr at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 11. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Archdeacon Euplus of Catania, 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.