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Martyr
Montanus the Presbyter of Singidunum
Martyr Montanus the Presbyter of Singidunum, and his wife Maxima
New Calendar March 26 Old Calendar April 8
Why they are a saint
Saint Maxima and her priest-husband, Saint Montanus, lived in Singidunum (present-day Belgrade) in the fourth century during the time of Emperor Diocletian’s persecution of Christians. The Orthodox Church commemorates Montanus the Presbyter of Singidunum on March 26.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Montanus the Presbyter of Singidunum as a patron when they bear the name Montanus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 26. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Montanus the Presbyter of Singidunum, 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.