Martyr
Epimachus of Alexandria
Martyr Epimachus of Alexandria († c. 250)
New Calendar October 31 Old Calendar November 13
Why they are a saint
He was born in Egypt and from the first for a long time was an ascetic in desert solitude on the hills of Pelusium. The Orthodox Church commemorates Epimachus of Alexandria on October 31.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Epimachus of Alexandria as a patron when they bear the name Epimachus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 31. Those who share his calling as a missionary also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Epimachus of Alexandria, 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.