Martyr · 284-305
Epicharis of Rome
Martyr Epicharis of Rome (3rd C)
New Calendar September 27 Old Calendar October 10
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Epikharis (Epίkharis) lived in Rome during the reign of Diocletian (284-305). The Orthodox Church commemorates Epicharis of Rome on September 27.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Epicharis of Rome as a patron when they bear the name Epicharis at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 27. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Epicharis of Rome, 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.