Saint · † c. 175
Concordius
Holy Martyr Concordius († c. 175)
New Calendar June 4 Old Calendar June 17
Why they are a saint
Holy Martyr Concordius († c. 175) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 4. Venerated as a martyr who died 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 Concordius as a patron when they bear the name Martyr at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Concordius, 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.