Fool-for-Christ
John Shavteli of Gaenati and Saint Eulogius
Saint John Shavteli, Bishop of Gaenati and Saint Eulogius, Prophet and Fool-for-Christ of Salosi
New Calendar April 1 Old Calendar April 14
Why they are a saint
The calendar names John Shavteli of Gaenati and Saint Eulogius as Bishop of Gaenati and Saint Eulogius. Fools-for-Christ are honored for hiding holiness under apparent folly. The Church honors fools-for-Christ, who hid holiness under apparent folly.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John Shavteli of Gaenati and Saint Eulogius as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 1. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy John Shavteli of Gaenati and Saint Eulogius, 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.