Saint · 1756
John of Galesh
Saint John of Galesh
New Calendar October 21 Old Calendar November 3
Why they are a saint
Saint John of Galesh was a priest who was consecrated bishop at Bucharest, since there was no bishop for Transylvania. The Orthodox Church commemorates John of Galesh on October 21.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John of Galesh as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 21.
Prayer
O holy John of Galesh, pray to God for us.
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