Saint
Quiricus
Saint Quiricus (Kḗrykos) and his mother Julitta
New Calendar July 15 Old Calendar July 28
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Quiricus and Julitta lived in the city of Iconium in the province of Lykaoneia in Asia Minor. The Orthodox Church commemorates Quiricus on July 15.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Quiricus as a patron when they bear the name Quiricus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 15.
Prayer
O holy Quiricus, pray to God for us.
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