Saint · † 1939
Parasceva
Martyr Parasceva († 1939)
New Calendar March 26 Old Calendar April 8
Why they are a saint
Martyr Parasceva († 1939) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on March 26. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Parasceva as a patron when they bear the name Parasceva 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 Parasceva, 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.