Hieromartyr
Mocius the Presbyter of Amphipolis in Macedonia
Hieromartyr Mocius the Presbyter of Amphipolis in Macedonia
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Why they are a saint
Mocius the Presbyter of Amphipolis in Macedonia is commemorated on the Orthodox calendar under that title. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. The Church honors him as a hieromartyr, one who died for Christ.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Mocius the Presbyter of Amphipolis in Macedonia as a patron when they bear the name Mocius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 11. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Mocius the Presbyter of Amphipolis in Macedonia, 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.