Saint
Andronikos
Venerable Andronikos, Disciple of Saint Sergius
New Calendar June 13 Old Calendar June 26
Why they are a saint
Saint Andronikos (Andrónikos), a native of Rostov, began his spiritual life under the guidance of the great luminary Saint Sergius of Radonezh. The Orthodox Church commemorates Andronikos on June 13.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Andronikos as a patron when they bear the name Andronikos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 13. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Andronikos, 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.