Hierarch
Ignatius the Wonderworker of Rostov
Saint Ignatius the Wonderworker, Bishop of Rostov
New Calendar May 28 Old Calendar June 10
Why they are a saint
Ignatius the Wonderworker of Rostov is remembered as Bishop of Rostov. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is May 28.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Ignatius the Wonderworker of Rostov as a patron when they bear the name Ignatius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 28. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Ignatius the Wonderworker of Rostov, 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.