Hierarch · 1860–1915
Raphael of Brooklyn
Saint Raphael, Bishop of Brooklyn
New Calendar February 27 Old Calendar March 12
Why they are a saint
Raphael of Brooklyn was a First Orthodox bishop consecrated in North America; served Syrian/Antiochian immigrants across the continent from Brooklyn. The years given for this life are 1860–1915. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Raphael of Brooklyn as a patron when they bear the name Raphael at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 27. Those who share his calling as a missionary also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Raphael of Brooklyn, 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.
Do not confuse with Archangel Raphael; New Martyrs Raphael of Lesbos.