Reading from the Synaxarion:
Saint Mercurius came from Cappadocia, and was the son of Gordian, a
Scythian. A young man, and a soldier of high rank, he refused to offer
sacrifice to the idols, and after torments was beheaded during the reign of
Valerian (253-260).
Apolytikion in the Fourth Tone
Thy Martyr, O Lord, in his courageous contest for Thee received the
prize of the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal
God. For since he possessed Thy strength, he cast down the tyrants
and wholly destroyed the demons' strengthless presumption. O Christ
God, by his prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful.
Kontakion in the Second Tone
O wise one, thou wast initiated solemnly in matters divine, O
all-renowned Mercurius, and becamest an acceptable sacrifice when eagerly thou
didst drink the cup of Christ God; and now thou dost ceaselessly pray
for us all.
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