Saint · 284-305
Virgin Martyrs Archelais
Virgin Martyrs Archelais, Thekla, and Susanna, at Salerno
New Calendar June 6 Old Calendar June 19
Why they are a saint
The Holy Virgin Martyrs Archelais, Thekla and Susanna sought salvation in a small monastery near Rome. The Orthodox Church commemorates Virgin Martyrs Archelais on June 6.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virgin Martyrs Archelais as a patron when they bear the name Virgin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 6. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virgin Martyrs Archelais, 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.