Saint
Dionysius of Olympus
Venerable Dionysius of Olympus
New Calendar January 24 Old Calendar February 6
Why they are a saint
Saint Dionysius of Olympus was born into a family of poor parents in the village of Platina. The Orthodox Church commemorates Dionysius of Olympus on January 24.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Dionysius of Olympus as a patron when they bear the name Dionysius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 24. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Dionysius of Olympus, 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.