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Saint
Methodius
Venerable Methodius, Abbot of Peshnosha, Disciple of Venerable Sergius of Radonezh
New Calendar June 4 Old Calendar June 17
Why they are a saint
Saint Methodius, Igumen of Peshnosha was the founder of the Peshnosha monastery. In his youth he went to Saint Sergius of Radonezh and spent several years under his guidance. Venerated as a monastic saint, honored for a life of prayer and asceticism.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Methodius as a patron when they bear the name Methodius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 4. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Methodius, pray to God for us.
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