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Hierarch
Alexander of Guria and Samegrelo
Hierarch Alexander, Bishop of Guria and Samegrelo
New Calendar October 27 Old Calendar November 9
Why they are a saint
Alexander of Guria and Samegrelo is remembered as Bishop of Guria and Samegrelo. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The faithful ask his prayers as they do of the bishops who shepherded the Church.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Alexander of Guria and Samegrelo as a patron when they bear the name Alexander at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 27. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Alexander of Guria and Samegrelo, 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.