Hieromartyr
Hilarion of Verey
Hieromartyr Hilarion, Archbishop of Verey
New Calendar December 15 Old Calendar December 28
Why they are a saint
As Archbishop of Verey, Hilarion of Verey is numbered with the saints of the Church. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. He is venerated because he would not deny the faith, even at the cost of his life.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Hilarion of Verey as a patron when they bear the name Hilarion at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 15. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Hilarion of Verey, 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.