Virgin martyr
Virgin Martyr Julia of Carthage
New Calendar July 16 Old Calendar July 29
Why they are a saint
The Virgin Martyr Julia was born in Carthage into a Christian family. While still a girl she was captured by the Persians. They carried her off to Syria and sold her into slavery. Venerated as a virgin martyr who gave her life for Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virgin Martyr Julia of Carthage as a patron when they bear the name Virgin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 16. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virgin Martyr Julia of Carthage, 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.