Martyr
Myron of Crete
Myron the New Martyr of Crete
New Calendar March 20 Old Calendar April 2
Why they are a saint
Myron of Crete, called Saint Myron the Wonder Worker, was a bishop from Rhaukos, Crete who became archbishop of Crete. He is said to have been born in Aurakia, near Knossos, to have flourished during the reign of Decius, and have died in 350, at the age of 100 years. He was a farmer and "very charitable to the poor".
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Myron of Crete as a patron when they bear the name Myron at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 20. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Myron of Crete, 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.