Hierarch
Aldhelm of Sherborne
Aldhelm, Bishop of Sherborne
New Calendar May 25 Old Calendar June 7
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Aldhelm, Bishop of Sherborne. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: May 25.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Aldhelm of Sherborne as a patron when they bear the name Aldhelm at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 25. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Aldhelm of Sherborne, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.