Hierarch
Serapion of Novgorod
Saint Serapion, Archbishop of Novgorod
New Calendar March 16 Old Calendar March 29
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Serapion of Novgorod as Archbishop of Novgorod. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is March 16.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Serapion of Novgorod as a patron when they bear the name Serapion at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 16. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Serapion of Novgorod, 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.