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Martyr
Helier the Hermit of Jersey
Helier the Hermit, Martyr of Jersey
New Calendar July 16 Old Calendar July 29
Why they are a saint
Helier the Hermit, Martyr of Jersey is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on July 16. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; 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 Helier the Hermit of Jersey as a patron when they bear the name Helier at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Helier the Hermit of Jersey, 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.