Saint · † 202
Charalampus and companions
Hieromartyr Charalampus, Bishop of Magnesia in Thessaly, and the Martyrs Porphyrius, Baptus and 3 Women Martyrs († 202)
New Calendar February 10 Old Calendar February 23
Why they are a saint
The Hieromartyr Charalampus, Bishop of Magnezia, the Martyrs Porphyrius and Baptus and the Three Martyresses suffered in the year 202.Saint Charalampus, bishop of the Thessalonian city of Magnezia (northwest region of Greece), successfully spread faith in Christ the Saviour. The Orthodox Church commemorates Charalampus and companions on February 10.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Charalampus and companions as a patron when they bear the name Charalampus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 10. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Charalampus and companions, 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.