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Bretannio
New Calendar January 25 Old Calendar February 7
Why they are a saint
Saint Bretannio (also Bretanion, Bretannion, Vetranio, Vetranion) was a bishop of Tomi (today Constanţa, Romania) during the fourth century. The Orthodox Church commemorates Bretannio on January 25.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Bretannio as a patron when they bear the name Bretannio at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 25. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Bretannio, 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.