Martyr
Eupsychius of Caesarea
Martyr Eupsychius of Cæsarea in Cappadocia († 362)
New Calendar April 9 Old Calendar April 22
Why they are a saint
This holy martyr was a married man, living in Cappadocia. During the reign of Julian the Apostate he, along with some other Christians, destroyed the pagan temple to the goddess Fortuna. (The Prologue says that it was his wedding day). For this he and his companions were cruelly tortured, then beheaded.
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 April 9. 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.