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Saint
Gregory of Sinai
New Calendar April 6 Old Calendar April 19
Why they are a saint
Saint Gregory was a native of Constantinople, and pursued an ascetic life on Mt. Athos in the Lavra of Saint Athanasius (July 5). He was the spiritual guide of Saint Gregory Palamas (November 14).
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Gregory of Sinai as a patron when they bear the name Gregory at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 6. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Gregory of Sinai, 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.