Martyr
Eupsychius of Caesarea
Martyr Eupsychius of Caesarea, in Cappadocia
New Calendar September 7 Old Calendar September 20
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Eupsychius was born in Caesaria, Cappadocia. In one of the Synaxaria he is called the son of a senator Dionysius. During a time of a persecution against Christians under Hadrian, he was arrested and tortured. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eupsychius of Caesarea as a patron when they bear the name Eupsychius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 7. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Eupsychius of Caesarea, 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.