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Hierarch
Gerasimus
Saint Gerasimus, Bishop of Perm († 1441)
New Calendar January 24 Old Calendar February 6
Why they are a saint
Saint Gerasimus, Bishop of Great Perm and Ust′vymsk, was the third bishop of the newly-enlightened Zyryani people, and he was a worthy successor to Saint Stephen, the Enlightener of Perm. The Orthodox Church commemorates Gerasimus on January 24.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Gerasimus as a patron when they bear the name Gerasimus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 24. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Gerasimus, pray to God for us.
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