Martyrs Gaius, Faustus, Eusebius, and Chaeremon, of Alexandria

Commemorated on October 4.

Saints Gaius, Faustus, Eusebius, and Chaeremon were deacons and disciples of Saint Dionysius of Alexandria (October 5). They were arrested and banished from from Alexandria along with with Saint Dionysius.

They were tortured and beheaded during the persecution of Valerian (253-259).

Troparion

Your holy martyrs O Lord,
through their sufferings have received incorruptible crowns from You, our God.
For having Your strength, they laid low their adversaries,
and shattered the powerless boldness of demons.
Through their intercessions, save our souls!