Martyr · 274
Philoumenus of Ancyra
Martyr Philoumenus of Ancyra
New Calendar November 29 Old Calendar December 12
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Philoumenus suffered for Christ in the year 274, during the persecution against Christians by the emperor Aurelian (270-275). The Orthodox Church commemorates Philoumenus of Ancyra on November 29.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Philoumenus of Ancyra as a patron when they bear the name Philoumenus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 29. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Philoumenus of Ancyra, 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.