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Saint
Jeremiah and Presbyter Archilias
Martyrs Jeremiah and Presbyter Archilias
New Calendar April 6 Old Calendar April 19
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Jeremiah and the Priest Archilius (Alchimius) suffered martyrdom in the third century. The Orthodox Church commemorates Jeremiah and Presbyter Archilias on April 6.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Jeremiah and Presbyter Archilias as a patron when they bear the name Jeremiah at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 6. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Jeremiah and Presbyter Archilias, 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.