Martyr
Monastic Martyr Gerasimus the New of Carpenision
New Calendar July 3 Old Calendar July 16
Why they are a saint
There was a young man from the village of Megalo Chorio at Karpenesi (Karpenḗsi) whose name was George. The Orthodox Church commemorates Monastic Martyr Gerasimus the New of Carpenision on July 3.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyr Gerasimus the New of Carpenision as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 3. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyr Gerasimus the New of Carpenision, 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.