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Saint
Akakios of Kavsokalyvia
New Calendar April 12 Old Calendar April 25
Why they are a saint
Akakios of Kavsokalyvia is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 12. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Akakios of Kavsokalyvia as a patron when they bear the name Akakios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 12.
Prayer
O holy Akakios of Kavsokalyvia, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.