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5th century. Saint Aldate was a Briton who lived in western England and became celebrated for his patriotism. He roused his countrymen to resist the heathen invaders. He was bishop of Gloucester. Many churches have his patronage (Benedictines).

Troparion of St. Aldate
Tone 1
Through thy pious upbringing thou didst become a shining beacon of
the Orthodox Faith,
O Hierarch Aldate.
Wherefore, O Saint, intercede for us that not straying from the true Faith,
we may attain eternal salvation.

Kontakion of St. Aldate
Tone 2
As a torch of truth, a tower of strength, a bastion of Faith, O Martyr Hierarch Aldate,
thou art the adornment of Gloucester, the joy of all our nation and most worthy of all praise.


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