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Saint
Procopius of Smyrna
New Venerable Martyr Procopius of Smyrna
New Calendar June 25 Old Calendar July 8
Why they are a saint
New Venerable Martyr Procopius of Smyrna is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 25. 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 Procopius of Smyrna as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 25. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Procopius of Smyrna, 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.