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New martyr
John Claphas the new Martyr
New Calendar February 26 Old Calendar March 10
Why they are a saint
The Holy New Martyr John Kalphes (the Apprentice) lived in a suburb of Constantinople, called Galata. The Orthodox Church commemorates John Claphas the new Martyr on February 26.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John Claphas the new Martyr as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 26. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy John Claphas the new Martyr, 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.