Saint
Colman of Lindesfarne
Saint Colman of Lindesfarne
New Calendar February 18 Old Calendar March 2
Why they are a saint
Saint Colman of Lindesfarne is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 18. 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 Colman of Lindesfarne as a patron when they bear the name Colman at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 18.
Prayer
O holy Colman of Lindesfarne, 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.