Saint · 1581
Anthony of Chernoezero
Venerable Anthony of Chernoezero
New Calendar January 17 Old Calendar January 30
Why they are a saint
Saint Anthony of Black Lake founded the Mother of God monastery at Black Lake [Chernoezero] in the Novgorod area, not far from the city of Chernopovets. The Orthodox Church commemorates Anthony of Chernoezero on January 17.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Anthony of Chernoezero as a patron when they bear the name Anthony at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 17. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Anthony of Chernoezero, pray to God for us.
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