Saint Martyr Callinicus was born in Cilicia and was raised in Christian piety. He preached the word of God, converting many to Christ, for which he was captured and brought before the prince Sakerdon, a fierce persecutor of Christians.
Callinicus boldly confessed his faith despite threats and tortures. He was subjected to cruel torments, but he did not fear suffering, awaiting the crown from God. The tormentor ordered him to be shod in iron boots with nails and driven to the city of Gangra, where he was to be burned.
On the way, seeing the soldiers suffering from thirst, the saint prayed to God, and from a stone, a spring of living water gushed forth, quenching the thirst of the warriors. Upon arriving in Gangra, Callinicus was delivered to the fire. He entered the furnace, praying to God, and entrusted his soul into God's hands.
After the furnace was extinguished, his body was found unharmed, and the faithful buried him with honor, glorifying the Holy Trinity.
