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Saint
Evarestus of the Studion Monastery
Venerable Evarestus of the Studion Monastery
New Calendar December 26 Old Calendar January 8
Why they are a saint
Saint Evarestus, a native of Galatia, was the son of illustrious parents. From his youth he longed for the monastic life, and in particular he loved to read the books of Saint Ephraim the Syrian. Venerated as a monastic saint, honored for a life of prayer and asceticism.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Evarestus of the Studion Monastery as a patron when they bear the name Evarestus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 26. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Evarestus of the Studion Monastery, 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.