Hierarch
Zosimus of Syracuse
Saint Zosimus, Bishop of Syracuse
New Calendar March 30 Old Calendar April 12
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Zosimus of Syracuse as Bishop of Syracuse. 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. The New Calendar feast is March 30.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Zosimus of Syracuse as a patron when they bear the name Zosimus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 30. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Zosimus of Syracuse, 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.