Saint · 117-138
Philetus, Lydia, Macedonus, Theoprepius, Cronidus, and Amphilochius
Holy Martyrs Philetus, Lydia, Macedonus, Theoprepius, Cronidus, and Amphilochius (117-138)
New Calendar March 23 Old Calendar April 5
Why they are a saint
Holy Martyrs Philetus, Lydia, Macedonus, Theoprepius, Cronidus, and Amphilochius (117-138) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on March 23. Venerated as martyrs who died for the faith in Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Philetus as a patron when they bear the name Martyrs at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 23. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Philetus, Lydia, Macedonus, Theoprepius, Cronidus, and Amphilochius, 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.