Saint · † c. 311
Athenogoras
Hieromartyr Athenogoras, Bishop of Heracleopolis, and his 10 Disciples († c. 311)
New Calendar July 16 Old Calendar July 29
Why they are a saint
The Hieromartyr Athenogoras and his Ten Disciples suffered for Christ during the time of persecution against Christians in the city of Sebasteia. The Orthodox Church commemorates Athenogoras on July 16.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Athenogoras as a patron when they bear the name Athenogoras at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Athenogoras, 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.