Died 637. Fergna was a kinsman and disciple of
St. Columba (f.d. June 9),
whom he succeeded as abbot of Iona
(
Benedictines,
Encyclopaedia).
Troparion of St Ferona
Tone 4
Blessed ascetic of Iona's isle,
thou didst strengthen the foundation of
thy kinsman Colum Cille, O righteous Ferona,
bringing stability to
Christ's holy Church and salvation to men's souls.
Kontakion of St Ferona
Tone 2
In the Western Isles the flame of faith shone brightly by thy tireless
and ascetic labours,
O bastion of Orthodoxy, great Father Ferona.
Wherefore we bless thy name,
praying for strength to show forth the
same steadfastness in our lives.