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Hierarch
Gregory of Nanzianzos
Gregory, Bishop of Nanzianzos, Father of Gregory the Theologian
New Calendar January 1 Old Calendar January 14
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Gregory, Bishop of Nanzianzos, Father of Gregory the Theologian. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: January 1.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Gregory of Nanzianzos as a patron when they bear the name Gregory at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 1. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Gregory of Nanzianzos, 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.