Hieromartyr
Cyril of Gortyna in Crete
Hieromartyr Cyril, Bishop of Gortyna in Crete
New Calendar July 9 Old Calendar July 22
Why they are a saint
Cyril of Gortyna in Crete is remembered as Bishop of Gortyna in Crete. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. He is venerated because he would not deny the faith, even at the cost of his life.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Cyril of Gortyna in Crete as a patron when they bear the name Cyril at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 9. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Cyril of Gortyna in Crete, 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.