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Saint · 222-235
Serapion the New
Blessed Serapion of Vladimmir
New Calendar July 12 Old Calendar July 25
Why they are a saint
Saint Serapion (Σεραπίων) lived in Alexandria during the reign of Emperor Severus (222-235). He was a devout man who did whatever was beneficial.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Serapion the New as a patron when they bear the name Serapion at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 12.
Prayer
O holy Serapion the New, 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.