New martyr · † 1933
Sergius
New Hieromartyr Priest Sergius († 1933)
New Calendar April 8 Old Calendar April 21
Why they are a saint
New Hieromartyr Priest Sergius († 1933) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 8. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sergius as a patron when they bear the name Sergius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Sergius, 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.