New martyr · † 1918
George of Nikol”sk
New Hieromartyr George of Nikol”sk († 1918)
New Calendar June 27 Old Calendar July 10
Why they are a saint
New Hieromartyr George of Nikol”sk († 1918) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 27. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take George of Nikol”sk as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 27. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy George of Nikol”sk, 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.