Martyr
Calliopius at Pompeiopolis in Cilicia
Martyr Calliopius at Pompeiopolis in Cilicia († 304)
New Calendar April 7 Old Calendar April 20
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Calliopius was born in Perge, Pamphylia of the pious woman Theoklia, wife of a renowned senator. The Orthodox Church commemorates Calliopius at Pompeiopolis in Cilicia on April 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Calliopius at Pompeiopolis in Cilicia as a patron when they bear the name Calliopius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 7. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Calliopius at Pompeiopolis in Cilicia, 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.