Equal-to-the-Apostles
Averkios of Hierapolis
Averkios, Equal-to-the-Apostles and Wonderworker, Bishop of Hierapolis
New Calendar October 22 Old Calendar November 4
Why they are a saint
The Holy Hierarch Averkios of Hieropolis lived in Phrygia during the second century. The city of Hieropolis was inhabited by many pagans and very few Christians. The Saint prayed to the Lord for the salvation of their souls, and that they might be numbered among God’s chosen flock. Venerated as equal-to-the-apostles for spreading the Christian faith.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Averkios of Hierapolis as a patron when they bear the name Averkios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 22. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Averkios of Hierapolis, 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.