January 20
Neophytus of Nicaea
Martyr
Practical advice
Encourage a young person today to uphold a good decision even when it is difficult.
Biography
A young fourth-century Christian of Nicaea, he suffered martyrdom during the persecutions for refusing to renounce the faith. His memory preserves the witness of an early and complete self-giving to Christ.
Example of
Christian youthSteadfastness in faith