Saint
David of Thessaloniki
Venerable David of Thessalonica (6th C)
New Calendar June 26 Old Calendar July 9
Why they are a saint
David the Dendrite, also known as David the tree-dweller and David of Thessalonika, is a saint of Thessaloniki. David became a monk at the Monastery of Saints Merkourios and Theodore outside Thessaloniki. Famed for his sound advice, he was hounded by crowds seeking words of wisdom and prayer.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take David of Thessaloniki as a patron when they bear the name David at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 26. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy David of Thessaloniki, 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.