Hierarch
Julian of Cenomanis (Le Mans)
Saint Julian, Bishop of Cenomanis (Le Mans), Gaul
New Calendar July 13 Old Calendar July 26
Why they are a saint
Julian of Cenomanis (Le Mans), Bishop of Cenomanis (Le Mans), is kept among the saints. 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.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Julian of Cenomanis (Le Mans) as a patron when they bear the name Julian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 13. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Julian of Cenomanis (Le Mans), 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.