Saint · 1836
Herman
St Herman, Wonderworker of Alaska (1836)
New Calendar December 25 Old Calendar January 7
Why they are a saint
He is also commemorated tomorrow, December 13. See his life there.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Herman as a patron when they bear the name Herman at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 25. OCA/Alaskan Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Herman, 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.