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Cyprian of Ustiug
Saint Cyprian of Ustiug
New Calendar September 29 Old Calendar October 12
Why they are a saint
Saint Cyprian founded the Monastery of the Entry into the Temple of the Mother of God, near Ustiug in the district of Vologda, in 1212, and he made over all his property to it. The Orthodox Church commemorates Cyprian of Ustiug on September 29.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Cyprian of Ustiug as a patron when they bear the name Cyprian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 29. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Cyprian of Ustiug, pray to God for us.
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