Hierarch
Leo of Catania in Sicily
Saint Leo, Bishop of Catania in Sicily
New Calendar February 20 Old Calendar March 5
Why they are a saint
Leo of Catania in Sicily, Bishop of Catania in Sicily, 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. The New Calendar feast is February 20.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Leo of Catania in Sicily as a patron when they bear the name Leo at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 20. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Leo of Catania in Sicily, 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.