Saint
Zenais and Philonilla
Holy Martyrs Zenais and Philonilla
New Calendar October 11 Old Calendar October 24
Why they are a saint
Holy Martyrs Zenais and Philonilla are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on October 11. 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 Zenais and Philonilla as a patron when they bear the name Zenais at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 11. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Zenais and Philonilla, 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.