Hierarch
Narcissus of Jerusalem
Saint Narcissus, Bishop of Jerusalem
New Calendar August 7 Old Calendar August 20
Why they are a saint
Narcissus of Jerusalem served as Bishop of Jerusalem. Narcissus of Jerusalem was an early patriarch of Jerusalem. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Narcissus of Jerusalem as a patron when they bear the name Narcissus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 7. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Narcissus of Jerusalem, 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.