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Saint · 1163
John and Sergios of Lerna
John and Sergios, Bishops of Lerna
New Calendar September 7 Old Calendar September 20
Why they are a saint
He was first a married priest and then, from 1163, bishop in Novgorod, building seven churches during his lifetime. The Orthodox Church commemorates John and Sergios of Lerna on September 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John and Sergios of Lerna as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 7. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy John and Sergios of Lerna, 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.