Saint
John the Wonderworker of Kronstadt
New Calendar October 19 Old Calendar November 1
Why they are a saint
John the Wonderworker of Kronstadt is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on October 19. 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 John the Wonderworker of Kronstadt as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 19. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy John the Wonderworker of Kronstadt, 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.