New martyr · † 1937
Alexander, Archbishop of Semipalatinsk
New Hieromartyr Alexander, Archbishop of Semipalatinsk († 1937)
New Calendar October 17 Old Calendar October 30
Why they are a saint
New Hieromartyr Alexander, Archbishop of Semipalatinsk († 1937) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on October 17. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Alexander as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 17. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Alexander, Archbishop of Semipalatinsk, 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.