Hierarch
Dionysius of Suzdal
Saint Dionysius, Archbishop of Suzdal
New Calendar June 26 Old Calendar July 9
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Dionysius of Suzdal as Archbishop of Suzdal. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The faithful ask his prayers as they do of the bishops who shepherded the Church. The New Calendar feast is June 26.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Dionysius of Suzdal as a patron when they bear the name Dionysius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 26. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Dionysius of Suzdal, 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.