Hierarch
Joseph the New of Partos
Saint Joseph the New of Partos, Metropolitan of Timishoara (Romania)
New Calendar September 15 Old Calendar September 28
Why they are a saint
Joseph the New of Partos is remembered as Metropolitan of Timishoara (Romania). 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 September 15.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Joseph the New of Partos as a patron when they bear the name Joseph at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 15. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Joseph the New of Partos, 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.