Martyr
Monastic Martyr Eustratius of the Kiev Near Caves
New Calendar March 28 Old Calendar April 10
Why they are a saint
Martyr Eustratius of the Caves was born in the eleventh century at Kiev into a wealthy family. The Orthodox Church commemorates Monastic Martyr Eustratius of the Kiev Near Caves on March 28.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyr Eustratius of the Kiev Near Caves as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 28. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyr Eustratius of the Kiev Near Caves, 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.