Hierarch
Mark of Ephesus
Mark, Bishop of Ephesus
New Calendar June 23 Old Calendar July 6
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Mark, Bishop of Ephesus. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: June 23. Tradition noted: Greek.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Mark of Ephesus as a patron when they bear the name Mark at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 23. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Mark of Ephesus, 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.