Hierarch
Betran of Lesser Scythia
Saint Betran, Bishop of Lesser Scythia
New Calendar April 20 Old Calendar May 3
Why they are a saint
Betran of Lesser Scythia is remembered as Bishop of Lesser Scythia. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is April 20.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Betran of Lesser Scythia as a patron when they bear the name Betran at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 20. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Betran of Lesser Scythia, 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.