Hierarch
Kentigern of Glasgow
Kentigern, Bishop of Glasgow
New Calendar January 13 Old Calendar January 26
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Kentigern, Bishop of Glasgow. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: January 13.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Kentigern of Glasgow as a patron when they bear the name Kentigern at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 13. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Kentigern of Glasgow, 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.