Hierarch
Proterios of Alexandria
Proterios, Archbishop of Alexandria
New Calendar February 23 Old Calendar March 7
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Proterios, Archbishop of Alexandria. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: February 23.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Proterios of Alexandria as a patron when they bear the name Proterios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 23. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Proterios of Alexandria, 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.