New martyr · † 1944
Pelagia
New Martyr Pelagia († 1944)
New Calendar June 13 Old Calendar June 26
Why they are a saint
New Martyr Pelagia († 1944) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 13. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; 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 Pelagia as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Pelagia, 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.