Saint · 1390
Barlaam of Shenkursk
Venerable Barlaam of Shenkursk († 1462)
New Calendar June 19 Old Calendar July 2
Why they are a saint
Saint Varlaam was known as Vasily Stepanovich Svoezemtsev in life, in monasticism he was given the name Varlaam Vazhsky. The Orthodox Church commemorates Barlaam of Shenkursk on June 19.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Barlaam of Shenkursk as a patron when they bear the name Barlaam at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 19. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Barlaam of Shenkursk, pray to God for us.
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