Saint
Our Righteous Father Paul of Xeropotamou
New Calendar July 28 Old Calendar August 10
Why they are a saint
Paul of Xeropotamou (Ancient Greek: Παῦλος ὁ Ξηροποταμινός) was a Byzantine ascetic, lived between the 9th and the 10th century on Mount Athos, where he also restored and founded monasteries. He is commemorated in the Orthodox Church and his feast day is on 28 July.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Our Righteous Father Paul of Xeropotamou as a patron when they bear the name Our at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 28.
Prayer
O holy Our Righteous Father Paul of Xeropotamou, pray to God for us.
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