Martyr
David of Saint Anne's Skete
New Martyr David of Saint Anne's Skete
New Calendar June 26 Old Calendar July 9
Why they are a saint
The Holy Monastic Martyr David was descended from the Kydonians of the town of Aivali (Αϊβαλί) in Asia Minor. The Orthodox Church commemorates David of Saint Anne's Skete on June 26.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take David of Saint Anne's Skete as a patron when they bear the name David at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 26. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy David of Saint Anne's Skete, 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.