Venerable Sylvester, Abbot of Obnora

Commemorated on April 25.

The Saint's relics were lost in the 1920s, during a campaign to open his relics. Shortly thereafter, the church was closed. At present, his relics have been returned to the church, and services are being conducted in it.

Troparion

As a good disciple of the blessed Sergius, you emulated his faith and godliness,
receiving the gifts of the Holy Spirit and, for the Lord's sake,
you made great efforts for the salvation and consolation of the faithful.
Do not forsake us who come to you with faith,
O Venerable Father Sylvester.

Kontakion

By your struggles you have contested,
1
and you brought your soul as a pure and unblemished sacrifice to God,
2
after your repose you are diligent for us before God in prayer;
therefore, turning to you with faith, we cry out:
“Rejoice, O Venerable Father Sylvester.”
1
2 Timothy 4:7 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course.”
2
Romans 12:1 “Therefore, I beseech you, brethren, through the compassions of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and well-pleasing to God, which is your reasonable worship.”