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Saint · 1289-1293
Athanasius the Younger
Venerable Athanasius the Younger, Patriarch of Constantinople
New Calendar October 28 Old Calendar November 10
Why they are a saint
Saint Athanasius I, Patriarch of Constantinople (1289-1293; 1303-1311), in the world Alexius, was from Adrianopolis. The Orthodox Church commemorates Athanasius the Younger on October 28.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Athanasius the Younger as a patron when they bear the name Athanasius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 28. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Athanasius the Younger, pray to God for us.
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