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Saint
Cassian
Venerable Cassian († 1537) and Laurence († 1548), Abbots of Komel (Vologda)
New Calendar May 16 Old Calendar May 29
Why they are a saint
Saint Cassian of Komel and Vologda was a disciple of Saint Cornelius of Komel (May 19) and he guided the Komel monastery after Saint Cornelius went to Lake Sura. The Orthodox Church commemorates Cassian on May 16.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Cassian as a patron when they bear the name Cassian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 16. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Cassian, pray to God for us.
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