Saint · † 290-303
Sergius and Baccus in Syria
Martyrs Sergius and Baccus in Syria († 290-303)
New Calendar October 7 Old Calendar October 20
Why they are a saint
Martyrs Sergius and Baccus in Syria († 290-303) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on October 7. Venerated as martyrs who died for the faith in Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sergius and Baccus in Syria as a patron when they bear the name Martyrs at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 7. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Sergius and Baccus in Syria, 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.