Saint
Child Artemius of Verkola
Righteous Child Artemius of Verkola
New Calendar October 20 Old Calendar November 2
Why they are a saint
He came from a noble family, and was appointed military Governor of Alexandria and Egypt by the Emperor Constantine the Great. The Orthodox Church commemorates Child Artemius of Verkola on October 20.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Child Artemius of Verkola as a patron when they bear the name Child at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 20. Antiochian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Child Artemius of Verkola, 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.