Saint
Capiton
Hieromartyr Capiton, Bishop of Cherson
New Calendar December 19 Old Calendar January 1
Why they are a saint
Hieromartyr Capiton, Bishop of Cherson is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on December 19. Venerated as a hieromartyr, a clergyman who was put to death for the faith in Christ; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Capiton as a patron when they bear the name Capiton at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 19. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Capiton, 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.