Greek Orthodox Church commemorates Saints Euodikos and Joseph of Arimathea on July 31

On Friday, 31 July 2026, the Greek Orthodox calendar marks the feast of two historic saints. Saint Euodikos the Just, born in Cappadocia, served under Emperor Theophilos (829‑842) and was appointed military commander of the province before later overseeing the whole empire. He is remembered for his justice, humility and charitable deeds; he died at age 33 after a serious illness, prompting widespread mourning among the faithful. The calendar also honors Saint Joseph of Arimathea, a member of the Jewish council in Jerusalem and a secret disciple of Jesus. According to tradition, he asked Pilate to release Jesus’ body, wrapped it in linen, and placed it in a tomb, later dying peacefully, possibly in England. The eortologio lists the associated names for the day – Euodikos, Euodiki, Joseph, Seif, Iosephina, Zozefina, Jessika, Jessika*, Friedel, Friedelika – and notes the liturgical commemorations of both saints.

These entries appear across numerous Greek‑language news sites, each summarising the same liturgical information for the day.