Hierarch
Paulinus of York
Paulinus, Archbishop of York
New Calendar October 10 Old Calendar October 23
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Paulinus, Archbishop of York. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: October 10.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Paulinus of York as a patron when they bear the name Paulinus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 10. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Paulinus of York, 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.