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Saint
Hieromonk Alexei of Teklati
Venerable Hieromonk Alexei of Teklati
New Calendar January 18 Old Calendar January 31
Why they are a saint
Saint Alexi (Shushania) was born September 23, 1852, in the village of Noqalaqevi, in the Senaki district of Samegrelo, to a pious Christian couple. The Orthodox Church commemorates Hieromonk Alexei of Teklati on January 18.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Hieromonk Alexei of Teklati as a patron when they bear the name Hieromonk at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 18. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Hieromonk Alexei of Teklati, pray to God for us.
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