Saint · † 1940
Valentine
New Venerable Martyr Valentine († 1940)
New Calendar May 19 Old Calendar June 1
Why they are a saint
New Venerable Martyr Valentine († 1940) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 19. 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 Valentine as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 19. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Valentine, 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.