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Monastic Martyr Euthymius of Prodromou
Monastic Martyr Euthymius of Prodromou, Mount Athos
New Calendar March 22 Old Calendar April 4
Why they are a saint
This holy New Martyr of Christ was born in Demitsana in the Peloponnesos. His parents were Panagiotes and Maria, and he was given the name Eleutherius in Baptism. Eleutherius was the youngest of five children (the others were George, Christos, John, and Katerina). Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyr Euthymius of Prodromou as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 22. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyr Euthymius of Prodromou, 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.