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New martyr
John the New Martyr of Thassos
New Calendar December 20 Old Calendar January 2
Why they are a saint
The New Martyr John of Thasos was from the village of Marias on the island of Thasos. The Orthodox Church commemorates John the New Martyr of Thassos on December 20.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John the New Martyr of Thassos as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 20. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy John the New Martyr of Thassos, 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.