Martyr
Chariton
Martyr Chariton
New Calendar September 9 Old Calendar September 22
Why they are a saint
Saint Chariton endured martyrdom with Saint Staton at an unknown time and place. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Chariton as a patron when they bear the name Chariton at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 9. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Chariton, 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.