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Hierarch
Iorest of Ardeal
Saint Iorest, Metropolitan of Ardeal, Confessor of Romania
New Calendar April 24 Old Calendar May 7
Why they are a saint
As Metropolitan of Ardeal, Iorest of Ardeal is numbered with the saints of the Church. The title Confessor marks one who suffered for the faith without always being put to death. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is April 24.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Iorest of Ardeal as a patron when they bear the name Iorest at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 24. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Iorest of Ardeal, 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.