Hierarch
Peter the Wonderworker of Argos
Saint Peter the Wonderworker, Bishop of Argos
New Calendar May 3 Old Calendar May 16
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Peter the Wonderworker of Argos as Bishop of Argos. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The faithful ask his prayers as they do of the bishops who shepherded the Church.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Peter the Wonderworker of Argos as a patron when they bear the name Peter at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 3. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Peter the Wonderworker of Argos, 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.