Hierarch
Triphyllius of Leucosia (Nicosia)
Saint Triphyllius, Bishop of Leucosia (Nicosia), Cyprus
New Calendar June 13 Old Calendar June 26
Why they are a saint
Triphyllius of Leucosia (Nicosia), Bishop of Leucosia (Nicosia), is kept among the saints. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Triphyllius of Leucosia (Nicosia) as a patron when they bear the name Triphyllius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 13. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Triphyllius of Leucosia (Nicosia), 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.