Hierarch
Athanasius the New of Christianopolis
Saint Athanasius the New, Wonderworker and Archbishop of Christianopolis
New Calendar May 17 Old Calendar May 30
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Athanasius the New of Christianopolis as Archbishop of Christianopolis. The calendar itself calls this saint a wonderworker, which is how the Church records that holiness. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is May 17.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Athanasius the New of Christianopolis as a patron when they bear the name Athanasius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 17. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Athanasius the New of Christianopolis, 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.