Hierarch
Nicander
The Holy Hieromartyrs Nicander, Bishop of Myra, and Hermias the Presbyter
New Calendar November 4 Old Calendar November 17
Why they are a saint
The Hieromartyrs Nicander, Bishop of Myra, and Hermas the Presbyter, were disciples of the holy Apostle Paul’s follower and fellow ascetic, the holy Apostle Titus of the Seventy (August 25), and they were ordained by him to the priesthood. The Orthodox Church commemorates Nicander on November 4.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nicander as a patron when they bear the name Nicander at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Nicander, 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.