New martyr · † 1930
Michael and John
New Hieromartyrs Priests Michael and John († 1930)
New Calendar February 15 Old Calendar February 28
Why they are a saint
New Hieromartyrs Priests Michael and John († 1930) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 15. Venerated as new martyrs who gave their life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Michael and John as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 15. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Michael and John, 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.