Saint · 913-959
Michael Maleinos
Venerable Michael of Maleinus († 962)
New Calendar July 12 Old Calendar July 25
Why they are a saint
The Monk Michael Maleinos was born about the year 894 in the Charsian region (Cappadocia) and at Baptism he received the name Manuel. The Orthodox Church commemorates Michael Maleinos on July 12.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Michael Maleinos as a patron when they bear the name Michael at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 12. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Michael Maleinos, 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.