Hieromartyr
Marcellus of Apameia
Holy Hieromartyr Marcellus, Bishop of Apameia
New Calendar August 14 Old Calendar August 27
Why they are a saint
He was born to an eminent family in Cyprus, and was well-educated. He was married and had children, but when his wife died he left his family to live as a monk in Syria. Venerated as a hieromartyr, a clergyman who was put to death for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Marcellus of Apameia as a patron when they bear the name Marcellus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 14. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Marcellus of Apameia, 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.