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Saint
Auxentius of the Mountain
Holy Father Auxentius of the Mountain
New Calendar February 14 Old Calendar February 27
Why they are a saint
Holy Father Auxentius of the Mountain is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 14. 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 Auxentius of the Mountain as a patron when they bear the name Auxentius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 14.
Prayer
O holy Auxentius of the Mountain, 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.