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Hierarch
Paul of Neocaesarea
Saint Paul, Bishop of Neocaesarea
New Calendar December 23 Old Calendar January 5
Why they are a saint
Paul of Neocaesarea is remembered as Bishop of Neocaesarea. Paul of Neocæsarea, Bishop of Neocæsarea was an early Christian bishop best known for demonstrating the scars of his religious persecution under the emperor Licinius at the First Council of Nicaea in AD 325. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Paul of Neocaesarea as a patron when they bear the name Paul at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 23. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Paul of Neocaesarea, 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.