Apostle
Evodius (Euodias) of the Seventy
Apostle Evodius (Euodias) of the Seventy
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Why they are a saint
Among the Seventy Apostles the calendar keeps Evodius (Euodias) of the Seventy. Evodius was an early Christian identified by some Christian writings as the first bishop of Antioch. His name is kept with the apostles of the Twelve or of the Seventy.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Evodius (Euodias) of the Seventy as a patron when they bear the name Evodius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 7. Those who share his calling as a missionary also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Evodius (Euodias) of the Seventy, 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.