Saint · 284-305
Diodorus and Rhodopianus—Deacons
Martyrs Diodorus and Rhodopianus—Deacons, at Aphrodisia in Anatolia
New Calendar April 29 Old Calendar May 12
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs, Deacons Diodorus and Rhodopianus suffered under the emperor Diocletian (284-305) in Aphrodisias, Caria. The Orthodox Church commemorates Diodorus and Rhodopianus—Deacons on April 29.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Diodorus and Rhodopianus—Deacons as a patron when they bear the name Diodorus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 29. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Diodorus and Rhodopianus—Deacons, 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.