Hierarch
Hypatius the Wonderworker of Gangra
Saint Hypatius the Wonderworker, Bishop of Gangra
New Calendar March 31 Old Calendar April 13
Why they are a saint
Hypatius the Wonderworker of Gangra served as Bishop of Gangra. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs. The New Calendar feast is March 31.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Hypatius the Wonderworker of Gangra as a patron when they bear the name Hypatius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 31. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Hypatius the Wonderworker of Gangra, 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.