Saint
Eusebius
Martyrs Eusebius, Neon, Leontius, Longinus, and others, at Nicomedia
New Calendar April 24 Old Calendar May 7
Why they are a saint
The Martyrs Eusebius, Neon, Leontius, Longinus, and 40 Others were present at the sufferings of the Great Martyr George (April 23), through which they came to believe in Christ. The Orthodox Church commemorates Eusebius on April 24.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eusebius as a patron when they bear the name Eusebius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 24. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Eusebius, 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.