Saint
Prince Andrew
Venerable Prince Andrew, in Monasticism Joasaph, of Kubensk, Vologda
New Calendar September 10 Old Calendar September 23
Why they are a saint
Saint Joasaph of Kubensk, Wonderworker of Vologda, was baptized with the name Andrew. Venerated as a monastic saint, honored for a life of prayer and asceticism.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Prince Andrew as a patron when they bear the name Prince at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 10. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Prince Andrew, 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.