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Saint
Demetrius
Martyrs Demetrius, his wife Euanthia, and their son Demetrian, at Skepsis on the Hellespont
New Calendar September 11 Old Calendar September 24
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Demetrius, his wife Euanthea, and their son Demetrian. Saint Demetrius was a prince and prefect of the city of Skepsis in the Hellespont. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Demetrius as a patron when they bear the name Demetrius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 11. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Demetrius, 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.