Saint · 1547
Dionysius of Zakynthos
New Calendar December 17 Old Calendar December 30
Why they are a saint
Saint Dionysius of Zakynthos, the Bishop of Aegina was born in 1547 on the island of Zakynthos. The Orthodox Church commemorates Dionysius of Zakynthos on December 17.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Dionysius of Zakynthos as a patron when they bear the name Dionysius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 17. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Dionysius of Zakynthos, 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.