Hierarch
Cyril of Jerusalem
Cyril, Archbishop of Jerusalem
New Calendar May 7 Old Calendar May 20
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Cyril, Archbishop of Jerusalem. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: May 7.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Cyril of Jerusalem as a patron when they bear the name Cyril at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 7. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Cyril of Jerusalem, 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.