Virgin martyr
Virgin Martyr Cecilia and the Holy Martyrs Valerian
Virgin Martyr Cecilia and the Holy Martyrs Valerian, Tiburtius and Maximus at Rome
New Calendar November 22 Old Calendar December 5
Why they are a saint
Saint Cecilia was born in Rome during the III century to wealthy and illustrious parents, who were idolaters. The Orthodox Church commemorates Virgin Martyr Cecilia and the Holy Martyrs Valerian on November 22.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virgin Martyr Cecilia and the Holy Martyrs Valerian as a patron when they bear the name Virgin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 22. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virgin Martyr Cecilia and the Holy Martyrs Valerian, 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.