About Saint Theodore of Amasea
Theodore, often called Theodore the Recruit, is honored as a Roman soldier martyred at Amasea in Pontus during the early fourth century. Ancient preaching attests his cult, while later accounts add dramatic details that are difficult to verify. Christians remembered a young serviceman who refused pagan worship and accepted death rather than deny Christ.
Prayer
Pray with Saint Theodore of Amasea
God of steadfast conscience, through Saint Theodore’s intercession, guide young people in military service and everyone ordered to violate faith or justice. Give them wise courage, trustworthy companions, and freedom from hatred. Amen.
