New martyr · 1942
Demetrius
New Martyr Demetrius (1942)
New Calendar February 19 Old Calendar March 3
Why they are a saint
New Martyr Demetrius (1942) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 19. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; 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 Demetrius as a patron when they bear the name Demetrius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 19. 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.