Hierarch
Saint Bucolus, Bishop of Smyrna
February 6 Old CalendarFebruary 19 New Calendar
Life
Bucolus was a disciple of Saint John the Theologian, who consecrated him as bishop of the city of Smyrna. In Smyrna at that time there were few baptized. In the darkness of paganism Saint Bucolus shone like a bright candle. He was distinguished by all virtues, and especially by meekness and gentleness. Before his death Bucolus consecrated the glorious Polycarp as his successor in the episcopate, and he peacefully perished and went to the Lord.
From the Hymn of Praise
Saint Martha and Mary, sisters born,Lycarion their little brother, of small strength;Mother old, soul sweet, teaches them good:"Love Christ. He, children, suffered for us."
From the Prologue from Ochrid by St. Nikolai Velimirovich, February 6. Translated by Marcian Sakarya, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Also commemorated on February 6
The full reading for February 6 includes the hymn of praise, a reflection, a contemplation and a homily.
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