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Hierarch
George of Nicomedia
George, Bishop of Nicomedia, Poet of Asmatikons, Kanons, and Troparia
New Calendar December 29 Old Calendar January 11
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers George, Bishop of Nicomedia, Poet of Asmatikons, Kanons, and Troparia. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: December 29. Tradition noted: Greek.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take George of Nicomedia as a patron when they bear the name George at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 29. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy George of Nicomedia, 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.