Hierarch
Parthenius of Lampsacus
Saint Parthenius, Bishop of Lampsacus on the Hellespont (4th C)
New Calendar February 7 Old Calendar February 20
Why they are a saint
Saint Parthenias, Bishop of Lampsaka, was a native of the city of Melitopolis (Asia Minor), where his father Christopher served as deacon. The Orthodox Church commemorates Parthenius of Lampsacus on February 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Parthenius of Lampsacus as a patron when they bear the name Parthenius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 7. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Parthenius of Lampsacus, 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.