Equal-to-the-Apostles
Protomartyr and Equal of the Apostles Thekla
Protomartyr and Equal-to-the-Apostles Thekla (1st C)
New Calendar September 24 Old Calendar October 7
Why they are a saint
The Holy Protomartyr and Equal of the Apostles Thekla was born in the city of Iconium. The Orthodox Church commemorates Protomartyr and Equal of the Apostles Thekla on September 24.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Protomartyr and Equal of the Apostles Thekla as a patron when they bear the name Protomartyr at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 24. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Protomartyr and Equal of the Apostles Thekla, 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.