Saint
Publia the Confessor
Martyr Publia the Confessor, Deaconess of Antioch (4th C)
New Calendar October 9 Old Calendar October 22
Why they are a saint
The holy Martyr Publia the Confessor, a deaconess of Antioch, became a widow at a young age and devoted all her strength to raising her son John in the Christian Faith. The Orthodox Church commemorates Publia the Confessor on October 9.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Publia the Confessor as a patron when they bear the name Publia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 9. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Publia the Confessor, 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.