New martyr · † 1939
Peter
New Hieromartyr Priest Peter († 1939)
New Calendar May 14 Old Calendar May 27
Why they are a saint
New Hieromartyr Priest Peter († 1939) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 14. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Peter as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 14. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Peter, 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.