Saint · 10th century
Prochorus of Georgia
Saint Prochorus of Georgia
New Calendar February 12 Old Calendar February 25
Why they are a saint
Saint Prochorus the Georgian, a descendant of the noble Shavteli family, was born at the end of the 10th century and grew up in a monastery. The Orthodox Church commemorates Prochorus of Georgia on February 12.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Prochorus of Georgia as a patron when they bear the name Prochorus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 12. Georgian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Prochorus of Georgia, 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.