Saint
Athanasia the Wonderworker of Aegina
New Calendar April 18 Old Calendar May 1
Why they are a saint
Athanasia the Wonderworker of Aegina is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 18. 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 Athanasia the Wonderworker of Aegina as a patron when they bear the name Athanasia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 18. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Athanasia the Wonderworker of Aegina, 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.