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Martyr
Evangelicus
Martyr Evangelicus, Bishop of Tomis, Constanța in Romania
New Calendar July 7 Old Calendar July 20
Why they are a saint
Saint Evangelicus, a follower of the holy Apostle Andrew (November 30), is the first known bishop of the diocese of Tomis (Constanța, pronounced: Constantsa) in Dacia Pontica (Lesser Scythia, or Dobrogea). The Orthodox Church commemorates Evangelicus on July 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Evangelicus as a patron when they bear the name Evangelicus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 7. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Evangelicus, 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.