Saint · 284-305
Sergius and Bacchus in Syria
Venerable Sergius, Abbot of Nurma, disciple of Venerable Sergius of Radonezh, Vologda
New Calendar October 7 Old Calendar October 20
Why they are a saint
These holy and wonderful martyrs and heroes of the Christian faith were at first nobles at the court of the Emperor Maximian. The Orthodox Church commemorates Sergius and Bacchus in Syria on October 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sergius and Bacchus in Syria as a patron when they bear the name Sergius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 7. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Sergius and Bacchus in Syria, 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.