About Saint Sophronius of Jerusalem
Sophronius, born around 560 near Damascus, traveled widely as a monk and scholar before becoming patriarch of Jerusalem in 634. He defended the teaching that Christ possesses a truly human will as well as a divine will. His sermons illuminate Jerusalem’s liturgy, and he guided the city’s Christians through conquest and political upheaval.
Prayer
Pray with Saint Sophronius of Jerusalem
God of peace and truth, you gave Saint Sophronius theological clarity and pastoral steadiness in a time of conquest. Through his intercession, preserve Jerusalem’s Christian communities, guide leaders through political change, and keep our confession of Christ joined to peacemaking. Amen.
