Saint
Jacob Netsvetov the Enlightener of Alaska
New Calendar July 26 Old Calendar August 8
Why they are a saint
Jacob Netsvetov the Enlightener of Alaska is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on July 26. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Jacob Netsvetov the Enlightener of Alaska as a patron when they bear the name Jacob at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 26. OCA/Alaskan Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Jacob Netsvetov the Enlightener of Alaska, 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.