New martyr · 1662
John Vlachos (Romanian)
New Martyr John Vlachos († 1662) (Romanian)
New Calendar May 12 Old Calendar May 25
Why they are a saint
New Martyr John Vlachos († 1662) (Romanian) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 12. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John Vlachos (Romanian) as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 12. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy John Vlachos (Romanian), 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.