Martyr · 284-305
Charitina of Amisos
Venerable Charitina, Princess of Lithuania († 1281)
New Calendar October 5 Old Calendar October 18
Why they are a saint
She was the handmaid (according to the Great Horologion) or adopted daughter (according to the Prologue) of an eminent Roman citizen named Claudius, during the reign of Diocletian. The Orthodox Church commemorates Charitina of Amisos on October 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Charitina of Amisos as a patron when they bear the name Charitina at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 5. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Charitina of Amisos, 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.