Saint
Monastic Martyrs Conon and his son
Monastic Martyrs Conon and his son, Conon, of Iconium
New Calendar March 6 Old Calendar March 19
Why they are a saint
The Holy Hieromartyr Conon lived in Iconium (Asia Minor). After he became a widower, he went to a monastery with his son. Because of his devout life the saint was granted help from above. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyrs Conon as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 6. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyrs Conon and his son, 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.