Saint
Eustratius
Martyrs Eustratius, Auxentius, Eugene, Mardarius, and Orestes of Greater Armenia
New Calendar December 13 Old Calendar December 26
Why they are a saint
These five courageous men shone like five resplendent stars in the dark days of the anti-Christian Emperors Diocletian and Maximian. The Orthodox Church commemorates Eustratius on December 13.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eustratius as a patron when they bear the name Eustratius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Eustratius, 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.