Saint · 716-741
George Limniotes
Venerable George Limniotes the Confessor of Mt Olympus (3rd C)
New Calendar August 24 Old Calendar September 6
Why they are a saint
Saint George Limniotes lived during the seventh and eighth centuries and was a monk of the Olympian monastery near Constantinople. The Orthodox Church commemorates George Limniotes on August 24.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take George Limniotes as a patron when they bear the name George at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 24. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy George Limniotes, pray to God for us.
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