Hierarch
Gregory of Agrigentum
Saint Gregory, Bishop of Agrigentum
New Calendar November 23 Old Calendar December 6
Why they are a saint
Gregory of Agrigentum is remembered as Bishop of Agrigentum. Gregory was a Sicilian Christian prelate who served as Bishop of Agrigento from 590 until at least 603 and was a correspondent of Pope Gregory I. The faithful ask his prayers as they do of the bishops who shepherded the Church.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Gregory of Agrigentum as a patron when they bear the name Gregory at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 23. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Gregory of Agrigentum, 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.