Martyr
Monastic Martyr Galacteon of Vologda
New Calendar September 24 Old Calendar October 7
Why they are a saint
Monkmartyr Galacteon of Vologda: Fearing the wrath of Tsar Ivan the Terrible, kinsmen of the disgraced prince Ivan Ivanovich Belsky secretly brought his seven-year-old son Gabriel to the city of Staritsa. The Orthodox Church commemorates Monastic Martyr Galacteon of Vologda on September 24.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyr Galacteon of Vologda as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 24. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyr Galacteon of Vologda, 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.