Martyr
Pontius
Martyrs Pontius the Roman at Cimella in France († c 257)
New Calendar August 5 Old Calendar August 18
Why they are a saint
The Martyr Pontius lived during the third century, the son of the pagan Roman senator Marcus and his wife Julia. The Orthodox Church commemorates Pontius on August 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Pontius as a patron when they bear the name Pontius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 5. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Pontius, 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.