Hierarch · c. 313–386
Cyril of Jerusalem
Saint Cyril, Archbishop of Jerusalem
New Calendar March 18 Old Calendar March 31
Why they are a saint
Cyril of Jerusalem was bishop of Jerusalem; his Catechetical Lectures remain a classic instruction of the newly illumined. The years given for this life are c. 313–386. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is March 18.
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 March 18. Those who share his calling as a teacher also ask his prayers.
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.
Do not confuse with Cyril of Alexandria; Cyril and Methodius.