Saint · † 1097
Eustratius
Hieromartyr Eustratius of the Kiev Caves († 1097)
New Calendar March 28 Old Calendar April 10
Why they are a saint
Hieromartyr Eustratius of the Kiev Caves († 1097) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on March 28. Venerated as a hieromartyr, a clergyman who was put to death for the faith in Christ; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
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 March 28. 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.